Robert Rees Email and Phone Number
A proven leader with extensive expertise cultivated through executive manager roles in major financial institutions. These roles encompassed leadership, operational excellence / continuous improvement, operational risk management, compliance activities, control ownership, policy change delivery and long-term secondments leading large customer-facing teams.Skilled in working independently or collaboratively within demanding roles, demonstrating excellent problem-solving abilities, empathetic listening, and staff development. Known for integrity and honesty, positivity, and a determined, hard-working attitude. Holds a Lean Six Sigma Green Belt accreditation and leverages process improvement methodologies to drive continuous improvement and eliminate inefficiencies. Has successfully managed client portfolios and recognised for an ability to develop deep networks both externally and internally. Possesses a strong understanding of diverse industries, both domestic and international, including services to property investment, property development, oil & gas, energy & resource sector, accommodation, health, aged care, aviation, IT, and emerging markets.Most recently involved as a Stream Lead in a complex, multi-year project to transition a large portfolio of customers between organisations.Skills are supported by the references received that are contained further in the profile below.
Westminster National Finance Brokers
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Finance BrokerWestminster National Finance Brokers Oct 2024 - PresentPerth, Western Australia, Australia- Commercial Property Finance- Residential Property Finance- Asset Finance- Business Finance- Property Development Finance -
Executive Manager, Credit Risk Strategy And ReportingBankwest Oct 2021 - Feb 2024Perth, Western Australia, AustraliaResponsible for leading the development and execution of credit risk strategies and overseeing risk reporting processes. This role ensured that credit risk management strategies aligned with the bank’s objectives, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices, while also providing comprehensive and accurate risk reporting to stakeholders.Responsible for the ownership and management of key controls, risk issues and incident management as they related to Business Banking.Member of the Business Banking Leadership Team and primary contact/conduit for other divisional engagement.During the last two years I was also responsible for supporting the integration of Bankwest Business Banking into the Commonwealth Banking in a Stream Lead capacity. -
Executive Manager - Business PerformanceBankwest Nov 2017 - Sep 2021Perth, Western Australia, AustraliaResponsible for leading initiatives to drive and enhance the overall business performance. This role involved developing and implementing strategies to optimise operational efficiency, improve financial performance, and support strategic business goals. The role also provided insights and actionable recommendations based on performance data and worked closely with senior management to achieve business objectives.Member of the Business Banking Leadership Team and primary contact/conduit for other divisional engagement. -
Senior Manager, Continuous ImprovementBankwest Mar 2016 - Oct 2017Perth, Western Australia, AustraliaI worked on a project that focused on the Banks national high volume Relationship Managed business with an overarching goal of improving Net Promoter Score outcomes. Through working on this project I attained my Green Belt Six Sigma accreditation. -
Executive Manager (Acting), Commercial Banking Central Region WaBankwest Oct 2015 - Feb 2016Perth, Western Australia, AustraliaResponsible for a team of 8 portfolios comprising 8 direct reports and 16 indirect reports. The Commercial Central Team is responsible for the delivery of exceptional customer service to a large portfolio of SME clients generally with lending requirements in the $2m to $20m range. Responsible for the coaching, mentoring, setting performance expectations, managing performance/appraisals and risk (both credit and operational) -
Executive Manager (Acting), Private Banking WaBankwest Dec 2014 - Sep 2015Perth, Western Australia, AustraliaResponsible for a team of 16 managers and assistant managers and the delivery of exceptional customer service to a large portfolio of high net worth individuals. Responsible for the coaching, mentoring, setting performance expectations and managing performance/appraisals. Responsible for the risk management of the Private Banking portfolio including the compliance with all regulatory requirements (AML, FACTA etc). Assist the General Manager Private Banking in the reshaping and execution of the new Private Banking strategy. -
Director, Corporate BankingBankwest Mar 2013 - Dec 2014Perth, Western Australia, AustraliaResponsible for a portfolio of listed and unlisted counterparties.Negotiation both internally and externally of all aspects of the loans, including terms and pricing, to ensure that transactions met both the clients requirements and the Banks businesses objectives.Responsible for 2 direct reports and also the training of other junior staff. -
Business Development Manager, Corporate & Specialised BankingBankwest Feb 2011 - Mar 2013Perth, Western Australia, AustraliaResponsible for a portfolio of listed and unlisted counterparties operating in various industries including services to oil & gas and energy & resource sector, property development, aged care and IT. Negotiation both internally and externally of all aspects of the loans, including terms and pricing, to ensure that transactions met both the clients requirements and the Banks businesses objectives. Acting Regional Manager during the absence of the Regional Manager, Corporate & Specialised Banking WA. -
Business Development Manager, Property FinanceSuncorp Group Oct 2007 - Feb 2011Perth, Western Australia, AustraliaResponsible for a portfolio of listed and unlisted counterparties operating in the property development and investment industry. Negotiation both internally and externally of all aspects of the loans, including terms and pricing, to ensure that transactions met both the clients requirements and the Banks businesses objectives. Acting State Manager during the absence of the State Manager, Property Finance WA. -
Associate Director, Global RiskBarclays Investment Bank Jul 2006 - Oct 2007London, United KingdomRisk assessment and sanction of credit exposures to investment grade and sub investment grade corporates. Exposures extended to South African clients of ABSA Capital (investment banking arm of ABSA Bank - 60% owned by Barclays Bank). Personal sanctioning authority of GBP5 - 100m (based on probability of default). Corporate exposures covering a wide range of counterparts, operating in sectors such as industrial, transport, retail and wholesale, consumer goods, utilities, oil & gas, services and construction. -
Risk Manager, Institutional BankingCommonwealth Bank Feb 2003 - Jul 2006London, United KingdomRisk assessment of a portfolio of UK and European investment grade corporations. Exposures included commercial lending, asset finance transactions, bonds, Credit Default Swaps, leasing, FX and other derivatives and covered a wide range of counterparts, operating in sectors such as industrial, transport, retail and wholesale, consumer goods, utilities, oil & gas, services, construction, airlines and chemicals. -
Risk Manager, Corporate BankingCommonwealth Bank Jan 2002 - Feb 2003Perth, Western Australia, Australia -
Assistant Manager, Corporate BankingCommonwealth Bank Sep 2000 - Jan 2002Perth, Western Australia, Australia -
Relationship Manager, Commercial BankingCommonwealth Bank Feb 2000 - Aug 2000Perth, Western Australia, Australia -
Assistant Manager, Commercial BankingCommonwealth Bank Dec 1995 - Jan 2000Perth, Western Australia, Australia -
Customer Service Officer, Commercial BankingCommonwealth Bank Dec 1994 - Nov 1998Perth, Western Australia, Australia
Robert Rees Education Details
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Diploma Of Finance And Mortgage Broking Management -
Lean Six Sigma - Green Belt Accreditation (In Conjunction With Sa Partners)
Frequently Asked Questions about Robert Rees
What company does Robert Rees work for?
Robert Rees works for Westminster National Finance Brokers
What is Robert Rees's role at the current company?
Robert Rees's current role is Finance Broker | Commercial Property Finance | Residential Property Finance | Asset Finance | Business Finance | Property Development Finance.
What schools did Robert Rees attend?
Robert Rees attended Institute Of Strategic Management, Acca, Cardiff University / Prifysgol Caerdydd.
Who are Robert Rees's colleagues?
Robert Rees's colleagues are Chris Pearse, Cameron Williams, Lee Haines, Craig Smithers, Travis Carlin, Carol Johnson, Stephen Heath.
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