Seasoned banking and finance professional with over 24 years of experience in International Banking function in 5 different banks. VP and Head of International Banking at Vakıf Katılım since the bank started operations in 2016. With a Chartered Banker MBA degree and a strong background in corporate finance and investment banking, I have a proven track record of creating and managing a global network of correspondent banking relationships, raising funds and facilitating trade finance transactions, and overseeing the bank's Islamic capital markets and investments activities.My core competencies include financial institutions relationship management, trade finance and treasury support, capital markets and Islamic investments, and team management. I have successfully established and maintained relationships with about 400 banks worldwide, enabling the bank to access funding and trade finance opportunities in various currencies and markets. I have also contributed to the bank's growth and profitability by raising $240 million in the bank's debut 1-year term Murabaha Syndication, managing and coordinating the KYC and AML process for all international transactions, and serving as a board member at Katilim Varlık Kiralama, the bank's SPV for TRY Sukuk issuance. I am passionate about leveraging my expertise and credentials to support the bank's vision and mission of providing innovative and ethical banking solutions to its customers and stakeholders.
Listed skills include Banking, Trade Finance, Investment Banking, Credit Risk, and 23 others.