Syed Hassan Ali Shah

Experience

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  State Bank of Pakistan (SBP)

  Aug 2021 - Sept 2021

  Investment Risk Analysis Intern

  -Worked as an Investment Risk Analysis Intern at State bank of Pakistan (Risk Management Department).-Prepared a report to analyze and compare credit risk management practices of developing and developed central banks.

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  HBL - Habib Bank Limited

  Feb 2022 - Jun 2022

  Project Trainee

  -Worked on a project based on Financial Inclusion and Risk Management as a Project Trainee-Identified Financial Inclusion Indicators-Performed Risk Assessment-Suggested Risk Mitigation Strategies

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  Easypaisa Bank Limited

  Aug 2022 - Sept 2023

  Management Trainee - Treasury & Corporate Finance

  -Successfully increased treasury income by 95% YoY by managing c. PKR 30 B portfolio in the money market by actively trading T-Bills, PIB (Floaters) and managing excess liquidity overnight through Call & Rev_Repo deals.-Translated a shareholder equity tranche of USD 25 M at a FX gain of PKR 57 M in Q4’22.-Prepared term sheet and roadmap plan to develop digital Investment Portfolio Securities product aligned with bank’s Super App mission. -Successfully launched wealth management products such as mutual funds and micro saving options over bank’s digital platform by collaborating with AMCs and gold trading company.-Prepared Treasury Investment Policy in view of Digital Retail Banking License approved by shareholders.-Managed international payment processing through partnerships with Xpress Money, Valyou, Small World, Hello Paisa, and Rocket Remit, ensuring timely and secure fund transfers for global clients.-Authorised, converted, and reconciled cross-border transactions, facilitating seamless transfers between USD and PKR wallets while maintaining compliance with local regulations.-Helped bank in securing a ‘first ever’ Digital Banking license from central bank (SBP) by assisting in the application and strategy development process.-Responsible for monitoring and managing liquidity position and capital adequacy ratio of the bank. -Developed a comprehensive financial model to conduct fixed income analysis to assess bond valuation, yield and interest rate sensitivity.-Projected Free cashflows and developed a comprehensive dashboard to monitor monthly management reporting. -Prepared detailed ALCO presentations for the ALCO board members. -Formulated financial and economic outlook and updated Leadership Team and shareholders, namely Telenor BVP & Ali Pay on it accordingly.-Effectively managed business relationships with other banks and corporates to maximize bank’s interest.-Also awarded the Champion for Quarter 3 2022 title in the finance department. Show less

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  Busch Vacuum Solutions

  Jun 2024 - Jun 2024

  NUBS Company Consultancy Challenge - Marketing and Strategy

  -Led a diverse team of 6 members in conducting comprehensive market research on the Industrial Carbon Capture, Biogas, and Blue Hydrogen markets. Identified growth opportunities, competitive landscape, consumer trends, technologies, economic viability, and regulatory impacts, ultimately winning the consultancy challenge.-Delivered a detailed market research report, providing strategic recommendations for expansion in renewable energy markets.-Collaborated with key stakeholders to ensure research accuracy and actionable insights for future business strategies.-Developed great understanding about Energy Trading, UK Potential Carbon Revenue Contracts, and Carbon Tax Credits. Show less

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  Bright Network

  Jun 2024 - Jun 2024

  IEUK: Finance Professional Services & Consulting

  -Completed a four-day virtual Bright Network's Internship Experience UK’24: Finance, Professional Services, and Consulting programme, engaging with leading industry experts from PwC UK, KPMG UK, Deloitte, HSBC, and Forvis Mazars to gain invaluable insights.-Conducted an audit case study provided by PwC for a client to issue an audit opinion by analysing financial statements and reports.