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Ivan Montano

Chandler

Summary

Motivated and well-versed in mortgage laws and regulations, with two years of experience working toward licensure. Actively seeking an opportunity as a Registered Loan Officer to take the next step in becoming a fully licensed Loan Officer, leveraging in-depth industry knowledge and a strong commitment to professional growth.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Call Center Support Specialist/Loan Officer Assistant

Barrett Financial Group
05.2023 - 01.2025
  • Increased first-call resolution rate, ensuring prompt and accurate responses to customer inquiries.
  • Trained new hires on standard operating procedures, company policies, and product knowledge to ensure consistent service levels across the team.
  • Provided exceptional customer service by patiently addressing concerns and clarifying information as needed.
  • Reduced average call handling time with thorough training in company products and services.
  • Coordinated with loan officers to optimize the pre-approval process, resulting in a smoother overall experience for clients.
  • Supported loan processing by compiling applicant documentation such as credit reports, employment verifications, and financial history paperwork.
  • Set up files using loan officer checklist and submitted on-time for processing.
  • Improved turnaround times for loan applications through effective prioritization and proactive problem-solving techniques.

Retention Specialist

State Farm
05.2022 - 05.2023
  • Handled escalated customer complaints professionally, de-escalating situations while finding mutually beneficial resolutions.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction levels with proactive communication and timely resolution of issues.
  • Negotiated contract renewals, securing continued business partnerships with satisfied clients.
  • Built constructive customer relationships to improve loyalty and recommendations.

Sales Representative

Coca-Cola
10.2017 - 05.2022
  • Enhanced client satisfaction by addressing concerns promptly and providing exceptional service.
  • Generated additional sales opportunities with upselling and cross-selling techniques.
  • Expanded customer base through cold calling, networking, and relationship building.
  • Increased sales revenue by identifying and targeting high-potential accounts.

Data Entry Clerk/Customer Service Representative

Banner Healthcare
10.2016 - 10.2017
  • Completed data entry tasks with accuracy and efficiency.
  • Followed established procedures to enter and process data correctly.
  • Organized, sorted, and checked input data against original documents.
  • Scanned documents and saved in database to keep records of essential organizational information.

Education

No Degree - Business

Maricopa Community Colleges, Mesa Community College
Mesa, AZ

High School Diploma -

Chandler High School
350 N Arizona Ave, Chandler, AZ 85225
05-2008

Skills

  • Cross-selling techniques
  • CRM software
  • Call handling
  • Customer service
  • Know all Laws and Regulations of Mortgage Lending

Accomplishments

* Finished SAFE Course (with all laws and Regulations)

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Call Center Support Specialist/Loan Officer Assistant

Barrett Financial Group
05.2023 - 01.2025

Retention Specialist

State Farm
05.2022 - 05.2023

Sales Representative

Coca-Cola
10.2017 - 05.2022

Data Entry Clerk/Customer Service Representative

Banner Healthcare
10.2016 - 10.2017

No Degree - Business

Maricopa Community Colleges, Mesa Community College

High School Diploma -

Chandler High School
Ivan Montano