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Balasubramanian K

Summary

A proven leader with with ability to adapt in adversity and with a demonstrated track record of leading large businesses, managing large multi-cultural teams and consistency in delivering goals.

Ability to take positive approach in identifying and addressing issues and managing difficult environments, with focus on optimizing processes and supporting business objectives.

Overview

29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Corporate Bank Head, Asia South

Citibank
11.2023 - Current
  • Worked well in managing 11 countries and covering Institutional clients across Corporates, Financial Institutions, Public Sector and MNC subsidiaries
  • Lead 350+ bankers across markets delivering to clients and generating business for Citi
  • Manage a risk portfolio of US$ 50billion of exposures across these markets
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility and accountability in origination of alpha and flow business.

Corporate Bank Head, South Asia

Citibank
11.2017 - 10.2023
  • Doubled client business with revenues of US$ 1.4 billion in 2023 from US$ 700 million in 2017, over a 6-year period across India sub-cluster
  • Since 2021 led Citi Corporate Bank to be the No 1 Integrated Corporate Bank, amongst Foreign Banks in India
  • Managed several headwinds in the local market without any adverse impact on credit portfolio

Group Head, Coprorate Bank and Govt Business

HDFC Bank
05.2016 - 10.2017
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments building the Corporate Bank business for growth, bringing in best practices
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively across a multi-dimensional team environment.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.

Managing Director, Corporate Bank

Citibank
01.2008 - 04.2016

Developed and strengthened client relationships through ideation and transactions across financing, capital raising (equity/ debt), advisory, risk management and transaction banking,

  • Developed comprehensive business plans, outlining long-term goals and actionable steps toward success.
  • Optimized resource allocation for better efficiency and profitability across segments/ products

Vice President

Citibank
03.1996 - 01.2008
  • Joined Citibank as a Management Associate and worked across businesses including - Finance, Transaction Banking and Corporate Banking, responsible for client, risk and business
  • Worked across multiple markets in India managing clients and industry. Was deputed to HK and Singapore for short term assigment.
  • Collaborated with senior management to develop strategic initiatives and long term business goals.

Education

Institute of Chartered Accountants of India
India
05.1995

Bachelor of Commerce - Finance & Accounting

St Xaviers College
Kolkata
07.1992

Institute of Cost & Management Accountant of India
India
03.1992

Skills

  • Strategic Thinking & Problem Solving
  • Entrepreneurial & Passionate
  • Client Management & Networking
  • Motivator & Leader
  • Influencer & Responsible

Certification

Level 2 Business Senior Credit Officer

Languages

English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Hindi
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Tamil
Upper intermediate (B2)
Bengali
Intermediate (B1)

Timeline

Corporate Bank Head, Asia South

Citibank
11.2023 - Current

Corporate Bank Head, South Asia

Citibank
11.2017 - 10.2023

Group Head, Coprorate Bank and Govt Business

HDFC Bank
05.2016 - 10.2017

Managing Director, Corporate Bank

Citibank
01.2008 - 04.2016

Vice President

Citibank
03.1996 - 01.2008

Institute of Chartered Accountants of India

Bachelor of Commerce - Finance & Accounting

St Xaviers College

Institute of Cost & Management Accountant of India
Balasubramanian K