Blake Murray
Blakehurst,NSW
Summary
Accomplished and proven experience across a variety of start-up, growth and emerging corporate businesses, along with specialised expertise in property investment, development and construction finance solutions. Highly-motivated with desire to take on new challenges with a strong work ethic and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and collaboratively.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Analyst
Judo Bank
Sydney, NSW
02.2023 - Current
- Structured a variety of debt facilities across small, medium, and emerging corporate businesses, managing the process from initial customer engagement and negotiation through to credit assessment and settlement.
- Conducted thorough financial due diligence and risk analysis to tailor finance agreements that met regulatory, commercial, and customer requirements.
- Delivered bespoke finance solutions for residential, commercial, and mixed-use property projects, covering development, construction, and investment facilities.
- Evaluated feasibility assessments, cash flow projections, and a range of construction and property-related risk factors.
- Performed detailed cash flow modelling to assess serviceability, debt capacity, and exit strategies across a portfolio of businesses.
Senior Advisor
ESV Business Advice & Accounting
Sydney, NSW
08.2019 - 01.2023
- Managed client portfolio containing small-medium sized businesses, foreign-owned subsidiaries and high net wealth family groups.
- Liaised directly with clients to deliver high quality compliance and advice efficiently.
- Preparation and analysis of special purpose financial statements and income tax returns.
- Development and utilisation of junior staff to meet deadlines and budgets effectively.
- Communicated complex issues and resolutions with both management and clients.
- Identified key financial and tax risks associated with business operations and provided guidance on process improvement.
Executive Assistant - Commercial Counsel
Hotels Combined
Ultimo, NSW
12.2017 - 07.2019
- Acted as the contract review specialist, reporting directly to the commercial counsel and senior management.
- Managed and organised the legal mailbox as well as liaise with other departments (business development and sales).
- Organised tenders and policy review related to various insurance matters.
- Review of internal and external contracts related to new partnerships with various hotel groups and online platforms.
Education
Bachelor of Commerce - Professional Accounting & Finance
University of Sydney
Camperdown06.2022
Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand
Chartered Accountant (Provisional Member)
SydneyHigh School Certificate (ATAR 95.10) -
Trinity Grammar School
Summer Hill11.2017
Skills
- Exceptional client engagement and negotiation ability
- Tailoring business solutions to foster strategic and trusted business relationships
- Financial & Business advisory
- End to end processing of complex financial solutions from initial customer contact and negotiation to financial settlement
- Ability to work cohesively and build synergy across diverse teams
Personal Interests
- International Travel: Planned and executed trips across Europe and Japan to explore different cultures and experiences.
- Golf: Enjoy playing golf on weekends and when travelling domestically and internationally.
- Tennis: Enjoy playing tennis and travelling to Melbourne for the Australian Open.
References
- References can be provided on request.
Timeline
Senior Analyst
Judo Bank
02.2023 - Current
Senior Advisor
ESV Business Advice & Accounting
08.2019 - 01.2023
Executive Assistant - Commercial Counsel
Hotels Combined
12.2017 - 07.2019
Bachelor of Commerce - Professional Accounting & Finance
University of Sydney
High School Certificate (ATAR 95.10) -
Trinity Grammar School
Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand
Chartered Accountant (Provisional Member)