Robert Rees

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Finance Broker | Commercial Property Finance | Residential Property Finance | Asset Finance | Business Finance | Property Development Finance @ Westminster National Finance Brokers
australia
Robert Rees's Location
Greater Perth Area, Australia
About Robert Rees

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.

Robert Rees's Current Company Details
Westminster National Finance Brokers

Westminster National Finance Brokers

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Finance Broker | Commercial Property Finance | Residential Property Finance | Asset Finance | Business Finance | Property Development Finance
australia
Employees:
20
Robert Rees Work Experience Details
  • Westminster National Finance Brokers
    Finance Broker
    Westminster National Finance Brokers Oct 2024 - Present
    Perth, Western Australia, Australia
    - Commercial Property Finance- Residential Property Finance- Asset Finance- Business Finance- Property Development Finance
  • Bankwest
    Executive Manager, Credit Risk Strategy And Reporting
    Bankwest Oct 2021 - Feb 2024
    Perth, Western Australia, Australia
    Responsible 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.
  • Bankwest
    Executive Manager - Business Performance
    Bankwest Nov 2017 - Sep 2021
    Perth, Western Australia, Australia
    Responsible 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.
  • Bankwest
    Senior Manager, Continuous Improvement
    Bankwest Mar 2016 - Oct 2017
    Perth, Western Australia, Australia
    I 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.
  • Bankwest
    Executive Manager (Acting), Commercial Banking Central Region Wa
    Bankwest Oct 2015 - Feb 2016
    Perth, Western Australia, Australia
    Responsible 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)
  • Bankwest
    Executive Manager (Acting), Private Banking Wa
    Bankwest Dec 2014 - Sep 2015
    Perth, Western Australia, Australia
    Responsible 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.
  • Bankwest
    Director, Corporate Banking
    Bankwest Mar 2013 - Dec 2014
    Perth, Western Australia, Australia
    Responsible 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.
  • Bankwest
    Business Development Manager, Corporate & Specialised Banking
    Bankwest Feb 2011 - Mar 2013
    Perth, Western Australia, Australia
    Responsible 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.
  • Suncorp Group
    Business Development Manager, Property Finance
    Suncorp Group Oct 2007 - Feb 2011
    Perth, Western Australia, Australia
    Responsible 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.
  • Barclays Investment Bank
    Associate Director, Global Risk
    Barclays Investment Bank Jul 2006 - Oct 2007
    London, United Kingdom
    Risk 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.
  • Commonwealth Bank
    Risk Manager, Institutional Banking
    Commonwealth Bank Feb 2003 - Jul 2006
    London, United Kingdom
    Risk 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.
  • Commonwealth Bank
    Risk Manager, Corporate Banking
    Commonwealth Bank Jan 2002 - Feb 2003
    Perth, Western Australia, Australia
  • Commonwealth Bank
    Assistant Manager, Corporate Banking
    Commonwealth Bank Sep 2000 - Jan 2002
    Perth, Western Australia, Australia
  • Commonwealth Bank
    Relationship Manager, Commercial Banking
    Commonwealth Bank Feb 2000 - Aug 2000
    Perth, Western Australia, Australia
  • Commonwealth Bank
    Assistant Manager, Commercial Banking
    Commonwealth Bank Dec 1995 - Jan 2000
    Perth, Western Australia, Australia
  • Commonwealth Bank
    Customer Service Officer, Commercial Banking
    Commonwealth Bank Dec 1994 - Nov 1998
    Perth, Western Australia, Australia

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Robert Rees works for Westminster National Finance Brokers

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Robert Rees's current role is Finance Broker | Commercial Property Finance | Residential Property Finance | Asset Finance | Business Finance | Property Development Finance.

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Robert Rees attended Institute Of Strategic Management, Acca, Cardiff University / Prifysgol Caerdydd.

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Robert Rees's colleagues are Chris Pearse, Cameron Williams, Lee Haines, Craig Smithers, Travis Carlin, Carol Johnson, Stephen Heath.

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