George Turner
Sevenoaks,Kent
Summary
Versatile Senior Business Manager with a focus on driving organisational growth through strategic planning and team leadership. Delivered significant improvements in operational efficiency for many Financial Services clients and spearheaded transformative projects that enhanced profitability. Known for cultivating strong stakeholder relationships and guiding teams to exceed targets.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
10
10
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Senior Business Manager – Financial Services
EPAM
London
10.2021 - 09.2025
- Spearheaded revenue growth in Financial Services, achieving year-on-year increases in top-tier client accounts.
- Delivered a modern platform for a Banking client to unify financial and operational data, reducing reporting effort.
- Facilitated digital transformation for a global tier-1 retail bank, enhancing customer-centric platforms.
- Coordinated delivery and solutioning for a tier-1 European Banking client's core platform migration and warehouse consolidation.
- Advised a UK-based Wealth organisation on modernising onboarding processes and defining cloud strategy.
- Helped one of the largest PE firms in the UK with a crucial strategic data transformation project.
- Consistently surpassed revenue targets for four consecutive years by delivering solutions that enhanced client profitability and drove sustained business growth.
- Developed an account plan for a large client portfolio, resulting in an increase in client expenditure.
- Streamlined negotiations of MSAs and SOWs through effective escalation management and clear expectations.
- Led initiatives to enhance operational efficiencies and streamline financial processes.
Business Executive – Financial Services
Endava
London
02.2019 - 10.2021
- Led strategy development in Financial Services, enhancing Banking, Payments, Asset and Wealth Management and Insurance sectors.
- Recognised as the top sales performer in the company, driving a significant increase in annual revenue and acquiring six new high-value clients.
- Partnered with Heads of Payments and Insurance to attract new contracts and clients.
- Implemented technology solutions within Financial Services, leveraging comprehensive understanding of Software Development Life Cycle.
- Conducted research on emerging industry trends to inform product and service innovation.
- Initiated operational improvements through lean methodologies, reducing costs and driving efficiency.
- Collaborated with legal teams to ensure timely execution of contracts.
- Participated in monthly training on cutting-edge technology trends to maintain competitive edge.
Senior Account Executive
Hilton
Watford
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Managed relationships with major UK sports teams and governing bodies to facilitate team travel accommodations.
- Oversaw account management across West Sussex, Southern Hampshire, London, and Dorset to generate new revenue for Hilton hotels.
- Proactively resolved customer issues to prevent escalation and ensure satisfaction.
- Utilised Salesforce for precise reporting and data management, supporting sales initiatives.
- Established robust client relationships to meet targets and enhance revenue streams.
- Provided logistical support to UK sports agencies for events such as IAAF World Athletics Championships.
- Assisted approximately 60 English Premier League teams with tailored accommodation solutions.
- Collaborated with Aston Martin to arrange team accommodations prior to Formula 1 events.
Account Executive – Financial Services
Astute
Bournemouth
01.2016 - 01.2017
- Achieved 153% of target within initial four months at Astute.
- Consistently exceeded sales targets for 10 consecutive months.
- Networked with decision makers and IT specialists to communicate technological advancements.
- Booked high-quality meetings for international technology experts.
- Maintained routine client communication to resolve complaints and promote offerings.
- Evaluated inventory and delivery needs, optimising strategies to enhance customer satisfaction.
- Persuasively engaged specialists in security, telephony, cloud, virtualisation, and networking.
- Collaborated with leading IT companies such as Hewlett Packard, Siemens, and Cisco.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Management
Bournemouth University
Bournemouth 09.2014 - 08.2018
A Levels - A-C - History, Psychology, Physical Education
Brockenhurst College
06.2012 - 08.2014
GCSEs -
Carisbrooke High School
02.2008 - 09.2011
Skills
- Profit margin optimisation
- Innovative thinking
- Business intelligence tools
- Business development
- Customer relationship management
- Market analysis
- Change implementation
- Profit and loss understanding
- Technology integration
- Procurement procedures
Hobbies and Interests
Semi-Professional Football
Affiliations
- Semi-Professional Football
Timeline
Senior Business Manager – Financial Services
EPAM
10.2021 - 09.2025
Business Executive – Financial Services
Endava
02.2019 - 10.2021
Senior Account Executive
Hilton
01.2018 - 01.2019
Account Executive – Financial Services
Astute
01.2016 - 01.2017
Bachelor of Science - Business Management
Bournemouth University
09.2014 - 08.2018
A Levels - A-C - History, Psychology, Physical Education
Brockenhurst College
06.2012 - 08.2014
GCSEs -
Carisbrooke High School
02.2008 - 09.2011