Gergely Szarka
Head of Product- & International Business Development
Gyongyos
Summary
More than 20 years of experience in banking and finance. Within this, the main focus is the development of investment products and related services. During my previous work as a private banker, I was involved in the sale of investment products, and during my professional development I moved from sales to the area of product development. In the last couple of years, I gained new experiences as a leader.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
4
4
Certifications
2
2
Languages
Work History
Head of Product & International Business Dev.
OTP Alapkezelő Zrt.
Budapest
11.2022 - Current
- Developing and implementing a product development strategy related to the Company's business policy;
- Preparation and coordination of proposals related to the introduction of funds to domestic and subsidiary banks in cooperation with the relevant areas of OTP Bank;
- Preparation, authorization and continuous maintenance of the complete documentation of investment funds;
- Asessing the possibilities and risks of expanding the Company's activities in Central and Eastern Europe, and possibly in Western Europe, making proposals regarding the priorities/strategy of international business development;
- Coordination of work related to the foreign introduction of the Company's products;
- Maintaining contact with the Company's subsidiaries and the areas responsible for distribution of OTP Bank's foreign subsidiary banks
Head of Investment Service Development
MBH Bank Nyrt. (former MKB Bank Nyrt.)
Budapest
01.2018 - 11.2022
- Bringing together the entire process of product development involving investment services;
- Participation in the development of the bank's investment services strategy;
- Creation of annual plans for the bank's investment activities, continuous monitoring of the development of the plans;
- Continuous contact with partners involved in the bank's investment activities
Senior Product Manager
Keler Zrt.
Budapest
02.2011 - 01.2018
- Development of new products and services;
- Continuous monitoring of the profitability and further development of the products and services under my responsibility;
- Professional project management
Product Manager
FHB Kereskedelmi Bank Zrt.
Budapest
01.2010 - 02.2011
- Monitored market trends and competitor performance and analysed gaps to update promotional strategies and maximise sales.
- Collaborated with sales, marketing and support teams to launch products on time and within budget.
- Increased revenue by launching new product lines.
Senior Private Banker
Raiffeisen Bank Zrt.
Eger
08.2006 - 01.2010
- Assessed clients' financial requirements to devise bespoke investment plans.
- Secured favourable terms and agreements for clients through effective negotiation.
- Provided expert guidance on financial products and services, enhancing client understanding.
Citigold Private Banker
Citibank Zrt.
Budapest
10.2004 - 08.2006
- Updated clients on new financial products for improved investment possibilities.
- Provided expert guidance on financial products and services, enhancing client understanding.
Education
Diploma of Higher Education - Economics
University Of Miskolc
Miskolc, Hungary 09.1998 - 05.2004
Skills
Financial planning
undefinedCertification
Investment manager (VAP I.)
Timeline
Head of Product & International Business Dev.
OTP Alapkezelő Zrt.
11.2022 - Current
Head of Investment Service Development
MBH Bank Nyrt. (former MKB Bank Nyrt.)
01.2018 - 11.2022
Options Markets Exam
07-2011
Senior Product Manager
Keler Zrt.
02.2011 - 01.2018
Product Manager
FHB Kereskedelmi Bank Zrt.
01.2010 - 02.2011
Investment manager (VAP I.)
10-2009
Stock market examination
06-2009
Futures Markets Exam
01-2009
Senior Private Banker
Raiffeisen Bank Zrt.
08.2006 - 01.2010
Citigold Private Banker
Citibank Zrt.
10.2004 - 08.2006
Diploma of Higher Education - Economics
University Of Miskolc
09.1998 - 05.2004
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