Jun 2017 – Present · 8 yrs 10 mos · London Area, United Kingdom · Hybrid

• Anthropia (formerly Inflexxion Point) is a boutique strategy consulting and investment banking advisory firm, with presence in London and Bangalore.
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• Management & Strategy Consulting: We are a lifecycle advisory firm. We partner with you to develop and execute strategies that drive sustainable growth, from market entry to operational excellence.
• Capital Raising (Debt & Equity): We provide tailored solutions to help you access the capital you need to grow. We navigate the complexities of both debt and equity markets, connecting you with the right investors and funding partners to fuel your ambitions.
• Private Equity & Succession Solutions: We work with businesses facing critical succession challenges. Our team provides strategic solutions to facilitate a seamless transition, ensuring your legacy is preserved while unlocking new value through private equity partnerships.
• For more information, visit our website: www.anthropia.in
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May 2014 – Jun 2017 · 3 yrs 1 mo · London West End

• Provide and negotiate complex structuring and financing solutions to support the needs of global corporate client base, providing solutions to complex issues, which include loan syndication, revolving credits, ABL, balance sheet management, trade structures and supply chain finance.
• Sell side investment banking/ M&A.
• Proven leader known for building and managing high-performing teams, fostering a culture of collaboration and excellence. Successfully developed and maintained a robust network of C-suite relationships, resulting in a consistent pipeline of high-value clients.
• Deep expertise in International Business, Credit & Risk management, Trade and Supply Chain Finance, Payments, M&A and Regulatory Compliance.

Jan 2011 – Sep 2013 · 2 yrs 8 mos · Oxford Circus, London

• Deal origination and management of international businesses domiciled in the UK or internationally, utilising HSBC's global capability to support businesses achieve their objectives.

May 2007 – Feb 2010 · 2 yrs 9 mos · West End, London

• Key Responsibilities and Achievements:
• Deal origination and portfolio management of corporate clients through a team of analysts and Customer Service Managers.
• Structuring solutions to assist corporate clients secure finance in form of cross border trade, receivables finance, Liquidity Management, Working Capital solutions & term lending and acquisition finance.
• Certified Credit & risk analysis professional
• League table performance in the country.
• Added responsibility of developing climate change and renewable business for London region.
• HSBC Global Climate Change Champion- identify business practices, processes and products that help the bank in developing sustainable business.
• Sponsored by HSBC to represent the bank at UNEPFI 2009.

Jan 2007 – May 2007 · 4 mos

•  Responsible for developing the Business Banking proposition in London and Midlands. Identify channels for new client acquisitions, develop target segments for the bank in mid-market space and a product suite that meets their business needs
•  Initiated a proposal to offer specialist cross-border business advisory services for clients in India and the UK.

Jan 2006 – Dec 2006 · 11 mos

•  Leading a team of 70 members ranging from Managers, Sales Executives, Support staff to deliver top league performance
• Managed the largest P&L in the country
•  League table performance in liabilities and asset business
•  Achieved INR 17 mn fees from Trade and Asset products in the first two quarters of FY 06-07- 140% of allocated target.
•  Turned around weakly performing areas in the region

Jan 2005 – Dec 2005 · 11 mos

• Responsible for increasing the SME market share in Eastern India through "made-to-order" banking solutions for large trade communities operating in Kolkata, Patna, Siliguri, Guwahati, Darjeeling etc and develop new markets for bank's future entry.
• Developed Code of Conduct for Retail branch staff to handle business from commercial customers.
• Developed the training content for different SME products including KYC norms, Trade and Liability products.
• Organised seminars in trader communities in challenging markets of Eastern India like Muzzaffarpur, Shillong, Guwahati, Durgapur, Asansol etc to increase customer awareness about ICICI's products.

Aug 2003 – Dec 2004 · 1 yr 4 mos

• Business development of SMEs sector through a team in Kolkata. Create market share for ICICI SME business through new client acquisition. Deepening client wallet through Trade finance and lending solutions. Managed the largest trade finance area in Kolkata.

Jan 2000 – Jan 2003 · 3 yrs

• Institutional & Retail sales of Mortgages along with credit appraisal of mortgage cases
• Established Corporate Employees Finance Arrangement with enterprises like Oil India Ltd & BPCL
• Credit approval of online loan applications and focus on increasing the NRI market share through HDFC realty portal.
• Development of retail Mortgage market in Tier 2 cities of East India through outreach programs.
• Business Coordinator for HDFC Bank, HDFC Standard Life Insurance Company Ltd and HDFC Chubb.
• Developed an integrated cross-selling process to sell a basket of services along with mortgages

Apr 1999 – Jul 1999 · 3 mos · Calcutta & Jamshedpur

• Engaged with various companies like Tata Motors, Tata Steel, Tata Cummins to gauge the potential of a new Human Machine Interface and PLC launch by GE