Odette Sammut
Mosta
Summary
I am with a strong background in financial analysis and forecasting. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure the position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational & interpersonal skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Proactive, self motivated and can work on my own and in a team, Customer Oriented Professional with more than 15 years in the Finance Section.
Experienced in giving training to others and can work in a busy environment and with pressure as always managed to finish all before deadlines.
Dedicated person to work and my dedication & passion for work has been recognized with awards & praised.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Head of Banking Operations
Zarattini International
09.2019 - 09.2023
- Interviewed and hired talented individuals with top-level strengths, improving organizational talent, and skill set.
- Identified opportunities to improve business process flows and productivity.
- Completed filings and upheld strict compliance with regulatory agencies and supervisors.
- Performed banking, business administration and financial tasks to guarantee five-star service for clients.
- Prepared internal and regulatory financial reports, balance sheets and income statements.
- Supported financial director with special projects and additional job duties.
- Reviewed historical records, current operational data and forecasting information to identify and capitalize on system enhancement opportunities.
- Conducted financial due diligence on potential investments and acquisitions.
- Processing ebanking Payments and trades, deliveries and forex.
- Dividends & Corporate Actions.
- Reconciliations between the Bank and the system on a daily basis
- Collaborating with clients to achieve the day to day queries.
- Addressing all clientss and monitoring the employees productivity & optimized procedures.
- Addressing all queries on a timely manner & accurate fashion
Fund Administrative Supervisor
Integra Private Wealth Limited
01.2014 - 09.2019
- Updated reports, managed accounts, and generated reports for company database.
- Opening new accounts with various Banks in Malta & Offshore such as UK Switzerland Ireland & Italy.
- During NAVs on a daily basis for 40 funds of 10 SICAVS.
- Preparing forms for MFSA, Banks on behalf of the CEO.
- Oversaw office inventory activities by ordering and requisitions and stocking and shipment receiving.
- Established workflow processes, monitored daily productivity, and implemented modifications to improve overall performance of personnel.
- Communicated corporate objectives to various divisions to meet deadlines.
- Answered phone calls and responded to inquiries from customers, vendors and other external contacts.
- Managed and maintained electronic and paper-based filing systems to keep essential documents and information easily accessible and organized.
- Prepared detailed documents and reports in adherence administrative processes.
- Monitored and ordered office supplies to keep office stocked with resources necessary to function smoothly.
- Developed and implemented organizational systems to streamline daily operations.
- Monitored and directed incoming mail and prepared outgoing mail.
- Worked closely with others to accomplish timely invoicing and accounts receivables.
- Collaborated in timely processing of billing and accounts receivables.
- Resolved issues through active listening and open-ended questioning, escalating major problems to manager.
- Coordinated individual duties after careful evaluation of each employee's skill level and knowledge.
- Trained team members on new hotel services and products to support promotional efforts.
- Payments of Management Fees, Performance Fees and other invoices. Subscriptions / Redemptions paid on a timely manner.
- Ensuring that the AUM of all Funds is accurate by end of day.
Senior Investment Administrator
Blevins Franks International
08.2000 - 11.2013
- Developed and maintained relationships with customers, lenders and other third parties.
- Evaluated documents to verify accuracy and completeness.
- Processed application forms with Lombard International in Luxembourg for the clients investments.
- Monitored progress from start to finish.
- Assisted customers with completing paperwork.
- Requesting AML Docs.
- Explained very technical financial information to applicants in easy to understand language.
- Obtained copies of applicants' credit histories and reviewed paperwork to determine feasibility
- Worked also with Prudential, Barclays
- Assisting clients with withdrawals to be received in a timely manner.
Travel Agency Clerk
S Mifsud & Sons Ltd
08.1995 - 06.2000
- Started with SMS in the Contract Department, whereby we used to do contracts for the Incoming Groups with the Hotels in Malta & Gozo.
- Moved to Incoming Groups Department whereby I arranged travel accommodations for groups, couples, executives, and special needs clients.
- Advised customers on necessary travel documents and visa requirements to successfully reach planned destination.
- Provided customers with best deals and well-researched travel options, successfully negotiating rates while improving customer satisfaction ratings.
- Provided exemplary customer service to new and existing clients, which helped build lasting relationships and secure new travel assignments.
- Moved to Cruise Liners Department, whereby we did organize the Tours for the people coming on MSC & Costa. Also did the Cruise Liners in the UK Southampton.
- Researched and kept abreast of new travel destinations, attractions, hotels and restaurants to increase services offered.
- Maintained operational proficiency in coordinating both international and domestic travel accommodations for customers, arranging for airfare as well as hotel and rental car reservations.
- Organized memorable and exquisite travel itineraries and vacations for high-level clients, celebrities, politicians and business executives.
Education
Various Training Programmes
MaltaSkills
- Customer Service
- Relationship Building
- Operational Reporting
- Business Relationship Management
- Decision-Making
- Compliance Assessment
- Prioritizing and Planning
- Proactive and Focused
- Team Building Leadership
- Work Planning
- Willing to Learn
- Attention to Detail
- Client Relationship Management
- Financial Administration
- Customer Relationship Development
- Planning and Coordination
- Staff Training
Hobbies
Love travelling to different countries, knowing their history
Passion for the sea - swimming
Reading
Languages
English, Maltese
Native language
Italian
Advanced
C1
French
Intermediate
B1
German
Elementary
A2
Timeline
Head of Banking Operations
Zarattini International
09.2019 - 09.2023
Fund Administrative Supervisor
Integra Private Wealth Limited
01.2014 - 09.2019
Senior Investment Administrator
Blevins Franks International
08.2000 - 11.2013
Travel Agency Clerk
S Mifsud & Sons Ltd
08.1995 - 06.2000
Various Training Programmes
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