Cem Gülfidan
Şişli
Summary
Extensive experience in Corporate and Commercial Banking with a proven track record in managing portfolios for local and multinational clients. Strong team management skills complemented by expertise in non-performing loan management and financial analysis. In-depth knowledge of trade finance, project finance, syndicated loans, and ECA loans, alongside proficiency in IFRS and local accounting standards. Demonstrated success in sales of treasury and cash management products, with hands-on experience in legal documentation and credit proposal preparation. Leveraged leadership skills to enhance team performance, customer satisfaction, and bottom-line results in previous roles. Possess strong strategic planning and problem-solving abilities, coupled with proficiency in customer relationship management, sales strategy implementation, and staff development.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Branch Manager
TURKLAND BANK A.Ş.
Istanbul
09.2022 - 12.2024
Şişli Corporate Branch
Corporate Banking Relationship Manager
TURKLAND BANK A.Ş.
Istanbul
07.2019 - 09.2022
Central Branch
Corporate Banking Manager
TURKISHBANK A.Ş.
Istanbul
10.2015 - 07.2019
Central Branch
Commercial Banking Relationship Manager
AKBANK T.A.Ş.
Istanbul
01.2015 - 10.2015
Galata Branch
Commercial Banking Relationship Manager
HSBC BANK A.Ş.
Istanbul
10.2013 - 12.2014
Central Branch
Corporate Banking Manager
FİBABANKA A.Ş.
Istanbul
09.2011 - 12.2012
Central Branch
Corporate Banking Manager
ING BANK A.Ş.
Istanbul
09.2006 - 04.2011
Central Corporate Branch
Corporate Banking Assistant Manager
FİNANSBANK A.Ş.
Istanbul
09.2005 - 09.2006
Istanbul Corporate Branch
Corporate Banking Assistant Manager
TEKSTİLBANK A.Ş.
Istanbul
05.2004 - 12.2004
Central Branch
Commercial Marketing Assistant Manager
DIŞBANK A.Ş.
Istanbul
06.2002 - 07.2003
Central Branch
Import Specialist
SETA DIŞ TİCARET DANIŞMANLIĞI LTD. ŞTİ.
Istanbul
11.1999 - 06.2002
Acquired three years of experience in foreign trade operations.
Demonstrated knowledge of legal and operational procedures in foreign trade.
Executed customs clearance, transportation, and banking operations for imports and exports.
Issued Letters of Credit and monitored payment due dates.
Coordinated effectively between international suppliers and domestic customers.
Education
Bachelor of Economics - Department of Economics in English
MARMARA UNIVERSITY
Istanbul, Turkey06-2001
High School Diploma - Department of Turkish and Mathematics
TARHAN PRIVATE HIGH SCHOOL
Istanbul, Turkey06-1997
Skills
- Capital Markets Activities, Level 3 License
- Derivative Instruments License
- Assistant Custom Brokerage License
- SEGEM Insurance Certificate
- Advanced reading, writing, and speaking skills in formal and business English
- TOEFL iBT score: 96
- Beginner Level German
- Advanced use of Microsoft Office applications
- B Class Driving License
References
Will be provided upon request.
Personal Information
- Place of Birth: Istanbul
- Date of Birth: 07.03.1979
- Military Service : Completed (September 2005)
Languages
Turkish
First Language
English
Proficient (C2)
C2
German
Elementary (A2)
A2
Timeline
Branch Manager
TURKLAND BANK A.Ş.
09.2022 - 12.2024
Corporate Banking Relationship Manager
TURKLAND BANK A.Ş.
07.2019 - 09.2022
Corporate Banking Manager
TURKISHBANK A.Ş.
10.2015 - 07.2019
Commercial Banking Relationship Manager
AKBANK T.A.Ş.
01.2015 - 10.2015
Commercial Banking Relationship Manager
HSBC BANK A.Ş.
10.2013 - 12.2014
Corporate Banking Manager
FİBABANKA A.Ş.
09.2011 - 12.2012
Corporate Banking Manager
ING BANK A.Ş.
09.2006 - 04.2011
Corporate Banking Assistant Manager
FİNANSBANK A.Ş.
09.2005 - 09.2006
Corporate Banking Assistant Manager
TEKSTİLBANK A.Ş.
05.2004 - 12.2004
Commercial Marketing Assistant Manager
DIŞBANK A.Ş.
06.2002 - 07.2003
Import Specialist
SETA DIŞ TİCARET DANIŞMANLIĞI LTD. ŞTİ.
11.1999 - 06.2002
Bachelor of Economics - Department of Economics in English
MARMARA UNIVERSITY
High School Diploma - Department of Turkish and Mathematics
TARHAN PRIVATE HIGH SCHOOL