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VASANTHA UTHAYAKUMAR

VASANTHA UTHAYAKUMAR

Mitcham,Surrey

Summary

An Innovative Bank Executive Officer experienced at Bank of Ceylon- the number 1 State bank in Sri Lanka, with a long history of service in different roles as Management Trainee, Executive Officer, Assistant Manager, Branch Manager, Credit Manager, Recovery Manager and Operations Manager, Keeps well informed of overall operations of the bank. A hard working and motivated professional who has acquired extensive banking industry knowledge and with a proven track record of exceeding targets and driving team success. Technically proficient with sound relationship management skills, being able to understand client requirements and deliver the right solutions. Looking for a new opportunity where I can add value and contribute to achieve the goals. I am self-motivated, organized and capable of working under pressure. I have a clear, logical mind with a practical approach to problem solving and a drive to see things through to completion. I enjoy working on my own initiative or in a team. In short, I am reliable, trustworthy, hardworking and eager to learn.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
17
17
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Experience Consultant

NISA Local
Mitcham, Surrey
04.2023 - Current

Experience

April 2023 - Current

Consultant, Admin NISA Local, Mitcham, United Kingdom

  • · Exercised leadership capabilities by successfully motivating and inspiring others.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.

Operations Manager

Bank of Ceylon
Kandy, Sri Lanka
03.2020 - 04.2023

· Fostered positive relationships with high net worth customers to maximize satisfaction, retention, and experience.

· Elevated excellent customer satisfaction ratings by providing speedy resolutions.

· Streamlining branch KPI s (CASA, Loans, FDs, Digital marketing and NPA) through excellent teamwork with relevant department heads.

· Shaped business strategy with compelling vision and data analysis.

· Developed annual branch business plans for maximum profitability and effectiveness.

· Completed audits and checklists to achieve regulatory compliance.

· Liaised with Sales Hub to clear queries and complete all tasks assigned to branch daily.

· Performed appraisals for branch staff and made training recommendations to develop capabilities and skills.

· Applied financial expertise to conduct financial analysis, research business deals and negotiate and close on contracts.

· Monitored operations to keep processes aligned with targets and matching forecasts.

Branch Manager

Bank of Ceylon
Talatuoya , Sri Lanka
03.2014 - 04.2020

· Effectively communicating and put into practice, business, marketing, Portfolio management and sales plans- specially lending

· Excellent knowledge of assessing SME lending risk, SME credit evaluation, granting for different enterprises

· Providing strong and motivational leadership to the ambient team, ensuring they performed at their full Potential, to meet targets

· Reviewed loan applications to deliver to company targets and maintained low NPA rates

· Completed audits and checklists to achieve regulatory compliance.

· Built a strong rapport with new and existing clients to better service.

· Resolved customer queries and problems using effective communication

and providing step-by-step solutions.

· Trained and mentored employees to maximize team performance.

Compliance Officer Arch

Hayes and Harlington
Hayes, Hillingdon
05.2017 - 10.2017
  • Ensured company policies were implemented and adhered to.
  • Maintained accurate and detailed compliance records.
  • Developed policies and systems to ensure business successfully achieved objectives.
  • Met stringent deadlines with precise prioritisation and strong knowledge of compliance requirements.



Account Manager

THE COSTY
Harlow, Essex
01.2016 - 01.2017
  • Overall Financial accounting preparation and Office Administration
  • Optimised sales volume by managing accounts and building rapport.
  • Oversaw account growth sales activities from inception to contract.
  • Contacted prospective clients and warm leads to generate new customers.
  • Evaluated and negotiated commercial contracts with existing customers to achieve high renewal rate.
  • Retained existing customer accounts through consistent engagement and sales data analysis.

Customer Service Manager

Bank of Ceylon
Digana, Sri Lanka
03.2005 - 01.2014

· Holding full accountability for the ambient department, with responsibility for ensuring smooth and profitable operations whilst implementing corporate procedures

· Actively seeking new business development opportunities through cross selling and potential service improvements to drive growth

· Managing and motivating 15 to 100 employees to achieve KPIs

· Managing front and back-office activity with care and diligence, improving smooth- running business operations

· Maximize customer engagement and satisfaction by delivering excellent customer service

· Speaking to customers in multiple languages to resolve problems and answer questions.

Education

Master of Business Administration - Organizational Behaviour/ Management

Masters in Business Administration
Sri Lanka

PGDM - Management

University of Peradeniya
Sri Lanka
2007

Diploma - Banking and Finance

Institute of Bankers of Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka
04.2001 - 09.2018

Certificate in Banking and finance - Banking

Institute of Bankers of Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka
2018

Bachelor of Science - Accountancy Finance

Rajarata University
Sri Lanka
2002

Skills

  • Analytical skills
  • Excellent customer service skills
  • Attractive demonstration skills
  • Inspirational leadership skills
  • Excellent knowledge of Digital banking
  • Strong ambition and a desire to be succeed
  • Hardworking/ time management/ change management skills
  • Very good Listener, thorough experience and pay attention to detail
  • Excellent in Technical skills, Credit analytical
  • skills and familiar to use main software Packages competently
  • Team player
  • Multitask Skilled
  • Excellent in Multidisciplinary teamwork
  • Active Listening
  • Teambuilding

Interests

Studies in the International Compliance Association. , Digital banking operations The banker's magazines Keeping the house clean, tidy, and safe. Planning and supervising activities. Interest in arts and crafts, music.

Languages

English
Fluent
sinhalese
Fluent
Tamil
Native

Timeline

Experience Consultant

NISA Local
04.2023 - Current

Operations Manager

Bank of Ceylon
03.2020 - 04.2023

Compliance Officer Arch

Hayes and Harlington
05.2017 - 10.2017

Account Manager

THE COSTY
01.2016 - 01.2017

Branch Manager

Bank of Ceylon
03.2014 - 04.2020

Customer Service Manager

Bank of Ceylon
03.2005 - 01.2014

Diploma - Banking and Finance

Institute of Bankers of Sri Lanka
04.2001 - 09.2018

Master of Business Administration - Organizational Behaviour/ Management

Masters in Business Administration

PGDM - Management

University of Peradeniya

Certificate in Banking and finance - Banking

Institute of Bankers of Sri Lanka

Bachelor of Science - Accountancy Finance

Rajarata University
VASANTHA UTHAYAKUMAR