ANKIT KUMAR
Kolkata
Summary
Results-driven Banking Professional with 2.5 years of experience in Transaction Banking & Trade Finance at ICICI Bank. Proven expertise in LC/BG issuance, import-export bill handling, regulatory compliance (FEMA, RBI, AML/KYC, UCP 600), and risk management. Recognized for ensuring error-free processing, maintaining TAT, and supporting cross-functional collaboration to deliver client satisfaction. Recently enhanced professional skills by completing the Post Graduate Business in Banking & Finance (PGBNF) Program (90-day Retail Banking specialization). Now fully committed to pursuing opportunities in Transaction Banking, Trade Finance, Operations, or Sales Banking roles.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Banking Operations & Trade Finance Professional ✅
Icici bank limited
Kolkata
03.2022 - Current
- Completed Post Graduate Business in Banking & Finance (PGBNF) – 90-day program focused on Retail Banking operations, customer relationship management, compliance practices, and branch-level operations.
- Strengthened skills in product cross-selling, branch operations, customer onboarding, and service handling.
- Simultaneously managed short-term personal/medical commitments, now fully available for full-time opportunities.
Assistant Manager (AM-1)
ICICI Bank
Kolkata
03.2022 - Current
- Company Overview: Transaction Banking Group (Trade Finance)
- Managed end-to-end Trade Finance operations including Import & Export bills, LC issuance/amendments, BGs, and remittances.
- Ensured compliance with FEMA, RBI guidelines, AML/KYC norms, and UCP 600 standards.
- Coordinated with clients, operations, treasury, and credit teams to enable seamless processing within defined Turnaround Time (TAT).
- Assisted Relationship Managers in structuring trade finance solutions and cross-selling banking products (CASA, Loans, Insurance, Forex).
- Monitored and minimized operational risks, achieving 100% audit and compliance adherence.
- Transaction Banking Group (Trade Finance)
Education
Bachelor’s Degree -
IEC University
Skills
- Trade Finance Operations (LCs, BGs, Bills, Remittances)
- Regulatory Compliance (FEMA, RBI, AML/KYC, UCP 600)
- Retail Banking Operations & Branch Processes
- Risk & Audit Management
- Client Coordination & Relationship Support
- Sales & Cross-Selling (CASA, Loans, Insurance, Forex)
- Transaction Banking Solutions
- Process Efficiency & TAT Management
Certification
Post Graduate Diploma in Sales and Relationship Banking (PGDSRB)
Time’s Pro (in collaboration with HDFC Bank)
Completed: 2024
Key Learnings:
Retail banking operations
Customer relationship management
Sales and cross-selling of banking products
KYC and compliance processes
Post Graduate Program in Banking and Finance (PGBNF)
Imarticus Learning — Completed in 2024
Key Learnings:
Retail banking operations and financial products
Trade finance and loan processing
Customer service and relationship management
Regulatory compliance and KYC norms
Core banking soft
ware training
Professional Development
07/01/24, 09/30/24, Completed Post Graduate Business in Banking & Finance (PGBNF) – 90-day program focused on Retail Banking operations, customer relationship management, compliance practices, and branch-level operations., Strengthened skills in product cross-selling, branch operations, customer onboarding, and service handling., Simultaneously managed short-term personal/medical commitments, now fully available for full-time opportunities.
Languages
English, Hindi, Bengali
First Language
Hobbies & Interests
Reading financial and business articles
Exploring new banking technologies
Listening to motivational podcasts
Traveling and meeting new people
Playing chess and strategy games
Timeline
Banking Operations & Trade Finance Professional ✅
Icici bank limited
03.2022 - Current
Assistant Manager (AM-1)
ICICI Bank
03.2022 - Current
Bachelor’s Degree -
IEC University