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ALEX STEPHEN

ALEX STEPHEN

Regional Head ICICI Bank
Bangalore

Summary

A dynamic and results- driven professional with 27 years of comprehensive experience in the banking sector, cultivated at ICICI Bank Ltd. Excellent in mortgage sales and credit, alongside Branch Banking expertise. Have proven track record in overseeing regional operations and driving strategic initiatives, key result area being new area expansions. Successfully led teams to meet and exceed organizational goals, ensuring efficient processes and high standards. Demonstrated leadership and analytical skills in optimizing performance and fostering collaborative environments. l am eager to leverage the robust expertise, strategic acumen, and proven leadership to drive innovation and growth in larger and more challenging geographies and roles.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Certifications
5
5
Languages

Work History

Regional Head – Mortgages

ICICI Bank Ltd
Bangalore
04.2021 - Current

• Heading Mortgage portfolio of 15,000 Cr, targeting Corporate, Retail, and Affluent customer segments, alongside Corporate Salary and GCC Groups.

• Targeting Net Profits with annual disbursement growth of 2400 Cr and deliver book growth with lower Net Credit Losses.

• Achieved the highest deal sizes: 100 Cr NHL, 50 Cr HL

• Oversee a dynamic team of 70, plus 75 branches and their team.

• Achieved the magical productivity of 3.02 Cr per RM in 2021

Regional Head Sales – Mortgages Direct RM

ICICI Bank Ltd
04.2019 - 03.2021
  • Pioneered Direct RM channel for Bank, successfully resulting in low-cost disbursement with better customer experiences
  • Winner in multiple contests as Bangalore was the national topper for many months, featuring every month in the RHS toppers list of the country
  • Attrition control, PSL, Pre-approved opportunity, digitization implementation
  • Built and trained a robust 150-member DRM sales team.

Regional Head Sales – Mortgages -Inbound

ICICI Bank Ltd
Bangalore
04.2015 - 03.2019
  • Became the first inbound to cross 150 logins with 10% rejection ratio and first RHS to cross 40 Cr Retail disbursement.
  • Till date highest single disbursement of Rs 36 Cr LRD in 2015
  • FY 2015-16 – 127 % ,FY 2106-17 – 80% and FY 2017-18 – 30% YOY growth.
  • Ranked best in the country for 1 month, 3 times in the top 10 positions, and 5 times in the top 20 position
  • NHL disbursement doubled YOY from 51.96 Cr to 110.40 Cr

Cluster Branch Manager

ICICI Bank Ltd
04.2014 - 03.2015

• Spearheaded operations as Cluster Branch Manager for the Whitefield Cluster with a team of 70 professionals.

Regional Head Sales – Current Accounts

ICICI Bank Ltd
04.2013 - 03.2014
  • Handling the Current account acquisition for South Bangalore Region
  • Ranked No 1 Pan India as per BSC ranking for FY 2013-14

Branch Manager

ICICI Bank Ltd
04.2010 - 03.2013

• Spearheaded branch management at Infosys and Electronic City branches, achieving phenomenal growth in book size from ₹68 Cr to ₹300 Cr in just 30 months.

• Secured the highest ever inbound mortgage deal of ₹16.5 Cr in Electronic City in 2012.

• Achieved top rank in Zonal BSC Scoring, becoming the most successful Branch Manager.

• Earned grade and functional promotion within 36 months due to exemplary performance

Sales Manager

ICICI Bank
12.2006 - 03.2010
  • SM CASA for multiple branches
  • Launched 5 branches and registered highest penetration and success
  • Plan and template used in new branch launch made as official template Pan India

Sales Manager

Tata Teleservices Limited
06.2004 - 12.2006

• Launched TATA Indicom in South Kerala;

• Spearheaded pre and post-launch operations, establishing a robust distribution network.

• Expertly managed distribution channels, enhancing segment-wise productivity and achieving higher ARPUs.

• Cultivated strong corporate relationships, driving business growth.

• Achieved "Best Prepaid Cluster" recognition for Trivandrum in FY 2005-2006.

Sales Territory Supervisor

Colgate-Palmolive (India) Limited
09.2001 - 06.2004
  • Conceptualised Super-stockist for Rural Markets of Karnataka
  • Introduction of digitization with Palm-tops
  • Extensive Marketing Research activities

Territory Sales In-charge

Hindustan Unilever Limited
09.2000 - 09.2001
  • Introduction of Factory Load Concept for low-cost distribution
  • Handled Pop Dets Division for South Kerala

Sales Officer

Modi Rubber Ltd
08.1999 - 09.2000
  • Dealer Network of 3 districts of Kerala for Tyres and Tubes in the brand of Modi Continental Tyres

Business Sales Executive

Kairali Communications
07.1997 - 08.1999
  • Direct Sales Executive for Office Automation Products
  • Achieved the best on-job and off-job experiences in handlng challenges of sales management.
  • Created a strong foundation for a successful sales career.

Education

MBA - Marketing and Finance

Bharathiar University
Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu
01.1995 - 07.1997

Bachelor of Science - P C M

Mahatma Gandhi University
06.1992 - 03.1995

Skills

Specifictaskscompleted

  • Coursera, "Water Resources Management and Policy” by the University of Geneva.
  • Tata Tea Ltd, Pre and Post-Launch Marketing Plan ‘Kannan Devan Strong'; a flagship brand for the company.
  • Kerala State Drugs and Pharmaceuticals, Created Business Strategy Plan and implemented a distribution overhaul for M/s Kerala State Drugs and Pharmaceuticals.

Personal Information

  • Current CTC: 45 lakhs pa
  • Notice Period: 3 months
  • Date of Birth: 07/12/75

Certification

Water Resources Management and Policy, University of Geneva

Accomplishments

  • Supervised team of 150 staff members.
  • Documented and created the new branch launch program which led to being used at PAN India levels

Work Availability

monday
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Languages

English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Hindi
Advanced (C1)
kannada
Upper intermediate (B2)
Malayalam
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Tamil
Upper intermediate (B2)

Interests

Science and Technology

Sales and Customer Interactions

Travel and Driving

Work Preference

Work Type

Full Time

Location Preference

Hybrid

Important To Me

Career advancementCompany CultureStock Options / Equity / Profit SharingPersonal development programs

Affiliations

  • Science and Technology

Timeline

Regional Head – Mortgages

ICICI Bank Ltd
04.2021 - Current

Water Resources Management and Policy, University of Geneva

01-2020

Regional Head Sales – Mortgages Direct RM

ICICI Bank Ltd
04.2019 - 03.2021

Regional Head Sales – Mortgages -Inbound

ICICI Bank Ltd
04.2015 - 03.2019

Cluster Branch Manager

ICICI Bank Ltd
04.2014 - 03.2015

Regional Head Sales – Current Accounts

ICICI Bank Ltd
04.2013 - 03.2014

Branch Manager

ICICI Bank Ltd
04.2010 - 03.2013

Sales Manager

ICICI Bank
12.2006 - 03.2010

Sales Manager

Tata Teleservices Limited
06.2004 - 12.2006

Sales Territory Supervisor

Colgate-Palmolive (India) Limited
09.2001 - 06.2004

Territory Sales In-charge

Hindustan Unilever Limited
09.2000 - 09.2001

Sales Officer

Modi Rubber Ltd
08.1999 - 09.2000

Business Sales Executive

Kairali Communications
07.1997 - 08.1999

Consumer Prelaunch - Kannan Devan Strong, Tata Tea Ltd

01-1997

Product distribution study, Kerala State Drugs and Pharmaceuticals

04-1996

MBA - Marketing and Finance

Bharathiar University
01.1995 - 07.1997

Bachelor of Science - P C M

Mahatma Gandhi University
06.1992 - 03.1995
ALEX STEPHENRegional Head ICICI Bank