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Overview
Work History
Education
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Affiliations
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Harsha Tennakoon

Harsha Tennakoon

Assistant Relationship Manager
Dubai,DIP

Summary

Certified Credit Practitioner, Associated Professional Banker, and Chartered Manager with 18+ years of banking experience in Sampath Bank PLC (Sri Lanka). Proven expertise in financial analysis, risk evaluation, and client relationship management. Seeking an opportunity in UAE banking sector to apply analytical skills and industry knowledge in a dynamic international financial institution.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Assistant Relationship Manager

Sampath Bank PLC
12.2022 - Current

Managing credit portfolio of Rs 4 Bn (48 Mn AED)
Conducted proactive credit risk assessments and customer due diligence reviews for comprehensive understanding of clients
Developed profound understanding of clients' businesses and industries, enriching conversations and achieving fair outcomes
Delivered excellent customer service and proactively sought innovative ways to enhance service quality
Advised clients on financial strategies and tailored solutions to meet unique needs
Provided expert guidance on financial products and services, enhancing client understanding
Managed long-term customer relationships to increase revenue
Secured favorable terms and agreements for clients through effective negotiation
Expanded business sustainably by identifying opportunities to grow the portfolio and enhancing client relationships within network
Complied with relevant regulatory processes with comprehensive understanding of risk management
Achieved profit of Rs 800 Mn (9.5 Mn AED) per annum by adopting needs-based approach, engaging clients and securing new business opportunities
Conducted market research to understand customer base and enhance products
Organized marketing & sales plans and programs to best support business growth and development

Banking Associate

Sampath Bank PLC
12.2006 - 11.2022

• Respond to all front desk queries.
• Identify customer requirement and offer suitable solutions.
• Handling all accounts opening functions including savings, term deposits, current accounts and foreign currency accounts.
• Handling TT transactions, foreign drafts and foreign currencies.
• Handling gold loan operations.

Education

MBA - Business Administration

University of London Metropolitan
London
11.2023

Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration

University of London Metropolitan
London
07.2022

Diploma - Banking And Finance

Institute of Bankers Of Sri Lanka
Colombo
09.2017

Diploma - Credit Management

Institute of Bankers Of Sri Lanka
Colombo
06.2016

Diploma - International Trade Finance

Institute of Bankers Of Sri Lanka
Colombo
12.2015

Skills

  • Credit Evaluation
  • Ratio & Cash Flow Analysis
  • Risk Analysis
  • Financial Forecasting & Budgeting
  • Financial Modeling
  • Report Writing
  • Client Interaction
  • Collaboration
  • Presentation
  • Negotiation
  • Business Development
  • Advance Excel
  • IT Skills
  • * Core Banking System - Finacle
  • * Digital Banking & Fintech – Internet Banking, Digital Wallets, Payment Gateways
  • * Data Analysis & Reporting – SAS, SAP
  • * Collaboration – Microsoft Teams
  • * Cloud Computing – Microsoft One Drive
  • * ERP Systems - Oracle

Affiliations

  •  Mr. Tharaka Ranwala Senior Deputy General Manager Sampath Bank PLC No: 110, Sir James Pieris Mawatha, Colombo 02. (+94) 77 373 3501, (+94) 11 230 0093 tharaka@sampath.lk
  •  Ms. Kumari Jayasuriya Assistant General Manager – Corporate Credit Department Sampath Bank PLC No: 110, Sir James Pieris Mawatha, Colombo 02. (+94) 77 318 6422, (+94) 11 230 3050 namalg@sampath.lk
  • Mr. Namal Gunawardena Chief Manager – Corporate Credit Department Sampath Bank PLC No: 110, Sir James Pieris Mawatha, Colombo 02. (+94) 77 909 7597, (+94) 11 230 3050 namalg@sampath.lk

Languages

English
Native language
Arabic
Beginner
A1

Timeline

Assistant Relationship Manager

Sampath Bank PLC
12.2022 - Current

Banking Associate

Sampath Bank PLC
12.2006 - 11.2022

MBA - Business Administration

University of London Metropolitan

Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration

University of London Metropolitan

Diploma - Banking And Finance

Institute of Bankers Of Sri Lanka

Diploma - Credit Management

Institute of Bankers Of Sri Lanka

Diploma - International Trade Finance

Institute of Bankers Of Sri Lanka
Harsha TennakoonAssistant Relationship Manager