Asela Hulugalla
Assistant Manager, Branch Banking
Vancouver, BC ,BC
Summary
Results-oriented Assistant Branch Manager with extensive experience developing high net worth client relationships and referral networks. Top-performer with track record of consistently meeting or exceeding sales goals. Talented at educating customers on banking services and products and recommending best options to meet long- and short-term needs. Strategic financial professional actively pursuing an Assistant Branch Manager role to utilize 17 years of successful performance in related roles. Eager to contribute immediate value through an exceptional work ethic and strong knowledge of branch operations. Self-directed Branch Assistant manager with adaptability to meet changing operational needs. Energetic and resourceful professional proficient in program management and team leadership.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Assistant Branch Manager
Commercial Bank Of Ceylon, Sri Lanka
Colombo, Western
11.2018 - Current
- Managed department of over $19Mn in advances and team of 16 full and part-time employees.
- Performed Branch Manager functions in Manager's absence.
- Grew customer base by 26% over 4 year period through community networking.
- Trained and developed new team members in alignment with branch service standards and objectives.
- Implemented process improvements to increase productivity.
Credit Officer
Commercial Bank Of Ceylon, Sri Lanka
Colombo, Western
05.2012 - 11.2018
- Performed functions of mortgage banker who specialized in retail, SME and micro lending sectors.
- Used Kalypto and AS400 to perform credit appraisals, document verification and loan approvals.
- Reduced past due balances and bad debt by 21% through rescheduling, coordinating collection efforts and strengthening litigation processes.
Executive Assistant
Commercial Bank Of Ceylon, Sri Lanka
Nikaweratiya, North Western
07.2007 - 05.2012
- Promote productivity by handling all administrative tasks, including schedules and correspondence.
- Performed over 150 transactions per day including cash handling, accounts opening, maintaining, closing, debit card processing, retail lending, credit card issuance and international trade transactions.
- Worked in holidays when required by management.
Education
Master Of Business Administration - General Studies
08.2010 - 11.2012
Certificate In AML & CFT - Financial Forensics And Fraud Investigation
01.2021 - 09.2021
Diploma In Applied Banking & Finance - Banking And Financial Support Services
06.2014 - 05.2017
Advanced Diploma In Computer Studies - Information Technology
01.2003 - 04.2004
Skills
Relationship building and management
undefinedTimeline
Fintelekt Advisory Services (Pvt) Ltd - Certificate In AML & CFT, Financial Forensics And Fraud Investigation
01.2021 - 09.2021
Assistant Branch Manager - Commercial Bank Of Ceylon, Sri Lanka
11.2018 - Current
Institute of Bankers of Sri Lanka - Diploma In Applied Banking & Finance, Banking And Financial Support Services
06.2014 - 05.2017
Credit Officer - Commercial Bank Of Ceylon, Sri Lanka
05.2012 - 11.2018
Cardiff Metropolitan University (UWIC) - Master Of Business Administration, General Studies
08.2010 - 11.2012
Executive Assistant - Commercial Bank Of Ceylon, Sri Lanka
07.2007 - 05.2012
Edexcel - Advanced Diploma In Computer Studies , Information Technology
01.2003 - 04.2004