Dean Tinellis

Spearheaded operations in commercial asset finance and business loans at Quest.
Oversaw consumer lending segments, including personal loans, debt consolidation, and asset acquisition.
Managed complex financial operations to ensure seamless service delivery for diverse client needs.
Cultivated and supervised a robust referral network of regional suppliers and mortgage broker partners.
Streamlined loan transactions through enhanced efficiency in lending processes.
Ensured accessibility of tailored financial solutions for unique client circumstances.
Fostered trust and long-term relationships through strategic partnerships and diligent oversight.

• Created financial reports to guide strategic decision-making.
• Oversaw budgeting processes, ensuring adherence to financial compliance.
• Evaluated market trends to shape informed investment strategies.

Led business development management for mortgage lending in NAB's Broker Distribution Channel Cultivated and maintained positive relationships with mortgage brokers under AFG and Outsource Leveraged expertise in Residential Lending, Commercial Lending, Risk Management, Accounting, and Financial Analysis to drive NAB's market share in the home lending sector.

• Developed and maintained strong client relationships, enhancing personalized service delivery.
• Conducted regular meetings to assess and align with client needs and preferences.
• Collaborated with internal teams to design and implement tailored financial solutions.

Specialized in SME transactions including commercial property, residential property, business acquisitions, working capital facilities, asset finance, and refinance & restructures within Business Lending Solutions Team. Facilitated finance solutions and identified cross-sell opportunities across full suite of banking products. Analyzed client financial statements and records to deliver timely credit decisions.

• Managed client relationships to assess financial needs and provide tailored banking solutions.
• Conducted financial assessments to evaluate creditworthiness of potential borrowers.
• Facilitated training sessions for junior bankers on compliance and risk management practices.

At Valiant, my primary role is as a finance consultant assisting SMEs with all commercial finance requirements. My key responsibilities include building and managing Valiant referrals partners across Westpac, CarSales, Qantas, and Australia Post.

Included in this is providing Valiants customers with professional and expert service on their commercial loan applications across automotive finance, plant & equipment, and working capital facilities.

Key achievements:
- Promoted to the senior team within 4 months of joining the business
- A consistent top performer in the automotive team
- The primary provider of commercial credit skills to new staff members

My role at Auto Approve was as a finance broker. The key responsibilities include growing and maintaining a portfolio of customers that are looking for asset finance solutions. This covers consumer and commercial loans for a range of assets such as cars, trucks, boats, plant and equipment as well as personal loans.

To support this I manage a portfolio of over 200 external referrers such as dealerships, mortgage brokers, and accountants as well as managing Auto Approve’s digital lead program.

Key achievements:
- Promoted to finance broker within 9 months of joining the business
- Catalyst for the Grays Online engagement with Auto Approve
- Developing and implementing the digital lead program for the business, including development and oversight of the social strategy