International Political Economy
Mehmet Berkay Durdu
Relationship Manager Banker
Istanbul,34
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
3
3
Languages
Work History
Relationship Manager / Specialist
Türkiye İş Bankası A.Ş
06.2023 - Current
- Development of foreign trade with European and Sub-Saharan countries.
- Negotiations with first class European Banks in the field of foreign trade financing and foreign trade transactions such as postfinancing, letter of credits and counter guarantees.
- Following and reporting on current political and economic developments in Europe and Sub-Saharan Africa and developing projects for the development of foreign trade.
- Coordinating between departments in the area of treasury operations, sustainability and investor relations with first class European banks.
- Monitored financial markets closely to stay informed on industry trends, ensuring accurate advice and guidance for clients.
- Negotiated favorable terms on behalf of clients during complex transactions, maximizing profitability while minimizing potential risks.
Career Diplomat
Foreign Ministery Of Türkiye
01.2023 - 07.2023
- I worked in the Middle East and North Africa General Directorate, responsible for the Levant and Gulf countries.
- Preparing speeches and briefing notes for the President and the Minister of Foreign Affairs on current political developments.
- Contributing to the maintenance of relations with the Embassies in the countries with which I am responsible.
- Preparing reports on current political and economic developments.
- Assisted visiting high-level delegations by organizing meetings with key stakeholders and providing logistical support during official visits.
- Liaised with government officials, international organizations and public media.
Relationship Manager / Specialist
Türkiye İş Bankası A.Ş
09.2022 - 02.2023
Assistant Coordinator Intern
Foreign Economic Relations Board (DEİK)
01.2022 - 05.2022
- Preparing reports on current economic and political developments in African countries.
- To conduct market research on African countries.
- Organizing B2B and G2B meetings.
- Preparing reports for the Board Members and CEOs of Turkish companies on the countries where they do business.
Education
Ph.D. - International Relations And Political Economy
İstanbul Üniversitesi
İstanbul 04.2001 -
Master of Arts - International Relations (French)
Galatasaray Üniversitesi
İstanbul 04.2001 -
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science & Public Administration (French)
Marmara Üniversitesi
Istanbul, Turkey 04.2001 -
Erasmus + Program ( 1 Year) - Political Science
Institution D'Etudes Politiques (Science Po)
France 04.2001 -
Certification
Banking and Financial Institutions (University of Illinois)
Interests
International Relations
Finance
History
Timeline
Relationship Manager / Specialist
Türkiye İş Bankası A.Ş
06.2023 - Current
Career Diplomat
Foreign Ministery Of Türkiye
01.2023 - 07.2023
Banking and Financial Institutions (University of Illinois)
10-2022
Financial Markets ( Yale University)
10-2022
Relationship Manager / Specialist
Türkiye İş Bankası A.Ş
09.2022 - 02.2023
Assistant Coordinator Intern
Foreign Economic Relations Board (DEİK)
01.2022 - 05.2022
Ph.D. - International Relations And Political Economy
İstanbul Üniversitesi
04.2001 -
Master of Arts - International Relations (French)
Galatasaray Üniversitesi
04.2001 -
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science & Public Administration (French)
Marmara Üniversitesi
04.2001 -
Erasmus + Program ( 1 Year) - Political Science
Institution D'Etudes Politiques (Science Po)
04.2001 -