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ABAD AHMED KHAN

ABAD AHMED KHAN

Ridgehaven,Adelaide

Summary

Overall in-depth knowledge and experience of up 12 years in Retail Baking, Primarily Wealth Management, Retail Liability products and Foreign Exchange with expertise in Analytical Skills. worked for Core Banking Implementation

Sales & Planning strategies in Digital Banking through detailed analysis across all retail banking products with Sales & Incentive modelling skills and Product Promotions.


Started my own hospitality business when moved to Australia which sustained for 7 years , it gave me a practical insight of managing and running a business model through all challenges and further I sold it off at a premium

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience

Work History

Customer Relations & Business Proposition

BT Financials (Westpac Group)
03.2022 - Current
  • Manage and maintain relationships with high net worth clients utilizing margin lending services
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize lending processes and improve customer experiences
  • Managing Margin Lending portfolio for the linked customers
  • Accessing risk levels associated with the investment portfolio
  • Updating list of securities listed with ASX
  • Interaction with the Financial Advisors and Brokers on security listings
  • Monitoring Margin Calls and initiating sale proceeds to recover Margin line
  • Provide expert guidance on margin lending products, ensuring clients understand risks and benefits
  • Comp scan for better proposition and customer retention
  • Simplifying customers digital experience via internal integration
  • Managing Advisors and brokers online access levels
  • Updating stake holders on gearing proposition changes
  • Analyze market trends and client needs to recommend tailored margin lending solutions
  • Educated clients on margin lending products, terms, and associated risks.
  • Managed client accounts and processed transactions efficiently and accurately


Skills:

  • Proficient in margin lending principles and regulations
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills
  • Customer-centric approach with a focus on relationship building
  • Analytical skills to assess market trends and client needs
  • Ability to work collaboratively in cross-functional teams
  • Proficiency in financial software and systems

Owner & Director

Fine Dining Business
04.2018 - 06.2022
  • Oversee all aspects of restaurant operations, including staffing, menu development, inventory management, and financial planning
  • Develop and implement strategic business plans to increase profitability and customer satisfaction
  • Monitor and control food and labor costs while maintaining quality and consistency
  • Establish relationships with suppliers, negotiate contracts, and manage procurement to optimize costs
  • Implement marketing strategies to promote the restaurant and attract new clientele
  • Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations and maintain cleanliness standards.

Skills:

  • Proficient in restaurant management software (e.g., POS systems, inventory management tools).
  • Strong leadership and team-building skills.
  • Excellent customer service and communication abilities.
  • Budgeting, financial analysis, and P&L management.
  • Menu planning and culinary knowledge.
  • Marketing and promotional strategies.
  • Adaptability and problem-solving skills in a fast-paced environment.

Certifications:

  • Food Safety and Handling Certificate
  • Any other relevant certifications or training

Product Manager: Retail Liabilities, Bancassurance & Analytics

SAMBA Bank (Saudi American Bank (Citi Group)
07.2012 - 04.2017
  • Ensure that the Deposits portfolio delivers to both customers' needs as well as the organization's goals
  • Lead and manage the Deposits and fee related product team in product strategy, design and launch/implementation of both variants of existing products as well as new products, which will maximize volume growth and profitability
  • Promote transaction banking for effective fee earning and proposition based product management.
  • Led cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality products on time and within budget constraints.
  • Implemented Agile methodologies for more efficient project management and team collaboration.
  • Developed comprehensive go-to-market strategies, ensuring successful product launches and brand positioning.
  • Analyzed competitive landscapes to identify market opportunities, informing strategic business decisions.
  • Collaborated with sales teams to develop effective training materials that drove increased product knowledge among staff members, resulting in higher close rates.
  • Continuously monitored customer feedback channels after launch to gather insightful data for future iterations or updates.
  • Developed product documentation to communicate upcoming features and products to internal teams.
  • Reviewed sales, customer concerns, and new opportunities to drive business strategy at weekly planning sessions.
  • Prioritized roadmap in order to achieve product goals and metrics.
  • Reviewed new opportunities to drive business strategy at planning sessions.
  • Analyzed metrics to measure product performance.
  • Monitored market trends and competitor performance to update promotional strategies.
  • Set goals and formalized policies to maximize team performance and keep project on-task.
  • Established criteria for each milestone within product roadmap as means to measure developmental progress.
  • Assessed costs and estimated production capabilities to evaluate economic viability.
  • Boosted customer base penetration using creative promotional approaches.

Liability Product Manager

Mashreq Bank
05.2010 - 06.2012
  • Re-Modelling and Reviewing of Sales Incentive structure based on the Total Margin Earned via branch sales which proved to be a great success both for the Branch Distribution Unit and Sales Channels and also proved to be better with the local competitors
  • Implemented Progression Report on Liability acquisition across Conventional, Islamic and SME banking through Branches
  • Effective distribution of Branch Sales targets on major banking products across all 64 branches within UAE ( Regional wise )
  • Implementation of customer segment level sales projections and realigning of the branch sales targets accordingly
  • Represent Branch Distribution channel with external consultants ( McKenzie, BCG ) for strategy planning and implementation
  • Branch Sales performance evaluation and further discuss with the product development heads to improve Customer proposition at segment level
  • Created a mechanism to report the Regional Productivity on Sales and Service with the Reginal Heads and proposing the measures for improvement
  • Launch of Open House concept with the Sales and Service Team to discuss and overcome the challenges at Branch Level
  • Inaugurated Brach Balance Scorecard on Monthly basis, which was divided across all Regions, Products, Service Levels, Revenue, Sales Achievements and further ranking the Branches and Regions based on Overall Performance.
  • Launched successful products by conducting thorough market research and identifying customer needs.
  • Drove revenue growth by establishing strong relationships with key industry partners.
  • Improved product functionality with innovative design solutions, resulting in increased sales conversions.
  • Managed full product lifecycle, from ideation through post-launch support, ensuring consistent quality control measures were in place.
  • Collaborated with sales teams to develop effective training materials that drove increased product knowledge among staff members, resulting in higher close rates.
  • Spearheaded the creation of detailed user guides for enhanced usability of newly launched products.
  • Managed stakeholder expectations effectively throughout the entire product development process.

Sales and Planning Ast. Manager

Mashreq Bank
06.2007 - 04.2010
  • Introduction of Branches Performance Report across all the regions and then present a performance deck by Regions on a Macro level
  • Identifying error rates by sales staff on new applications and presenting them in numbers and graphs for better understanding and rectification
  • Worked with Product Team to distribute Regional Sales Targets
  • Responsible for initiating sales campaign from start to end and identify winners in the contest
  • Introduction of strategic reports on Sales and Service Performance, which helped the managers to overcome the loopholes in the product sales performance
  • Sales Forecast and performance enhancement reports
  • Market comparative reports across primary products
  • Mystery Shopping reports on service performance.
  • Increased team productivity by implementing streamlined processes and effective communication strategies.
  • Achieved departmental goals by developing and executing strategic plans and performance metrics.
  • Reduced operational costs through comprehensive process improvement initiatives and resource management.
  • Facilitated successful cross-functional collaborations for the completion of key projects, fostering strong working relationships among team members.
  • Optimized resource allocation by conducting regular performance evaluations and providing personalized coaching for staff development.
  • Developed a strong company culture focused on employee engagement, collaboration, and continuous learning opportunities.
  • Established robust risk mitigation strategies to safeguard against potential operational challenges or disruptions.

Senior Customer Service Representative

WIPRO India
07.2005 - 12.2005
  • Responsible for buddy mentoring new staff and adhering to the quality of the process
  • Assisted new staff in upselling and accomplishing weekly targets
  • Reported to the supervisor on a weekly basis.

Customer Care Executive

IBM India
11.2001 - 04.2005
  • Handled customer care services and back office processes for leading global organizations in the domains of banking, insurance, financial services, travel, technology, and telecom services
  • Achieved call center deliverables with quality adherence
  • Upselling and cross-selling expertise within the process
  • Promoted to senior executive level within 6 months of performance
  • Shared best practices amongst the teams on the floor.

Education

Diploma in Financial Planning (RG146) - Financial Planning

Monarch University, Melbourne, VIC
01.2019

Masters in Commerce - Masters in Commerce

Agra University, Agra Uni
01.2003

Post Graduate in Business Management - Business Management

Symbiosis Pune, Pune - India
01.2003

Bachelor in Commerce - Commerce

Delhi University, Delhi Uni
01.2000

Skills

  • Financial Analyst ( pursuing Currently)
  • Financial Planning ( RG146 certified)
  • Retail Banking Product and Portfolio Management
  • Foreign Exchange
  • HNWI Relationship Management
  • Business Objectives
  • MS Excel
  • Retail Banking Product Proposition
  • Transaction Banking Skills
  • Lean Management
  • Customer Service

Accomplishments

  • Customer Focus & Delivering Expectations
  • Effective selection of suppliers across different variety of supplies based on the Quotation quoted and post market competition analysis
  • Meeting out with various marketing and social media agencies to run monthly promotions and selecting one based on the best package and quotations offered.
  • Preparation of Quarterly Cash Flow statement to reconcile the BAS statement prepared by the accountant
  • Adhering to the approved annual budget of hiring and training staff and reviewing quarterly performance as per the industry standards.
  • Reconciliation of online sales report as per the vendors agreed percentage commissioned on weekly bases and reporting the same to the management
  • Exclusive GST net off report on weekly basis to accrue GST payable on weekly basis
  • Reporting to account on weekly basis on salary payable to staff, to be further notified to ATO
  • Effective Communication both at front and back end
  • Negotiation & Conflict Resolution
  • Team Orientation
  • Problem-Solving
  • Bulk Order and Invoice Reconciliation
  • Safety , Health , Fire warden, Pest control initiatives as per the industrial standards
  • Promotional and seasonal campaigns for effective sales
  • Excellent interpersonal skills with both customers and staff
  • Analytics and Portfolio Management and Management Reporting
  • Analyze business trends and ensure profitability of product / portfolio
  • Dealt with internal & external environment dependencies (Regulations, Competition, Consumer Trends)
  • Preparation of comprehensive Product based MIS reports for self-analysis, sales team and Management Presentation

City

Adelaide

Street

Ridgheaven

Training

City & Guilds : Development and Leadership Certification MEIRC International: Certificate in Project Management Mashreq Bank : Business Continuity Management Program Business Objectives: Software Application AML, Banking Fundamentals, Compliance Insurance Products ( Zurich, AIG Insurance, & Others ) CRM & Leads Management Retail & Islamic Baking Liability Products Management

Timeline

Customer Relations & Business Proposition - BT Financials (Westpac Group)
03.2022 - Current
Owner & Director - Fine Dining Business
04.2018 - 06.2022
Product Manager: Retail Liabilities, Bancassurance & Analytics - SAMBA Bank (Saudi American Bank (Citi Group)
07.2012 - 04.2017
Liability Product Manager - Mashreq Bank
05.2010 - 06.2012
Sales and Planning Ast. Manager - Mashreq Bank
06.2007 - 04.2010
Senior Customer Service Representative - WIPRO India
07.2005 - 12.2005
Customer Care Executive - IBM India
11.2001 - 04.2005
Monarch University - Diploma in Financial Planning (RG146), Financial Planning
Agra University - Masters in Commerce, Masters in Commerce
Symbiosis Pune - Post Graduate in Business Management, Business Management
Delhi University - Bachelor in Commerce, Commerce
ABAD AHMED KHAN