Desmond Ofeimun
@desmondofeimun
I analyze credit portfolios and strengthen bank risk management through data.
NigeriaWhat I'm looking for
At First Bank Nigeria Limited, I analyze credit portfolios, calculate risk-weighted assets, conduct stress testing, and prepare regulatory returns aligned with Basel, Prudential guidelines, and IFRS standards. I turn Excel and Power BI analysis into actionable recommendations for management committees and board meetings.
I've also led a 10-person financial transactions team and processed over 1,000 customer loan cases at New Edge Finance. My background combines banking operations, financial analysis, credit risk management, and data analytics.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Credit Policy and Portfolio Analyst
First Bank Nigeria Limited
May 2023 - Present (3 years 3 months)
Performed comprehensive analytics on credit portfolios to uncover trends and improvement opportunities, strengthening risk management through advanced use of Excel and Power BI. Prepared and submitted regulatory returns to the Central Bank of Nigeria, ensuring strict compliance with Basel, Prudential guidelines, and IFRS standards.
Lead: Financial Transactions
First Bank Nigeria Limited
Oct 2022 - Jan 2023 (3 months)
Led a team of 10 in the financial transactions unit to swiftly and adequately process financial transactions of customers, with enhanced due diligence to prevent against fraud and other financial vices. Supervised teller operations and cash handling activities, and managed high-volume transactions for high-net-worth individuals.
Underwriting Specialists
New Edge Finance
Aug 2022 - Oct 2022 (2 months)
Recognized and addressed emerging customer needs for mobile devices, providing tailored support. Developed an efficient digital customer verification process, streamlining onboarding through effective communication. Successfully processed and approved over 1,000 customer loan cases, maintaining an average repayment period of four months.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Chartered Institute of Bankers of Nigeria
Associate Member, Banking
Associate Member of the Chartered Institute of Bankers of Nigeria.
Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria
Student Member, Accounting
Student Member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria.
FirstAcademy
Certificate, Banking
2023 - 2023
Certificate of completion from the Banking School.
University of Benin
Bachelor of Science, Economics
Grade: Second Class Upper Division
B.Sc. Economics degree from the University of Benin, with Second Class Upper Division.
Radiant Comprehensive College
West African Senior School Certificate, General Studies
Completed WASSCE with distinctions and credits.
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