Farhan Firdaus Zainul Kamar
About Farhan Firdaus Zainul Kamar
Farhan Firdaus Zainul Kamar serves as the Head of Aircraft Finance at SM Asia Aviation Capital, bringing extensive experience in aircraft financing and corporate lending. His career includes roles at notable institutions such as AirAsia and Al Rajhi Bank Malaysia, along with a strong educational background in banking and finance.
Current Role at SM Asia Aviation Capital
Farhan Firdaus Zainul Kamar serves as the Head of Aircraft Finance at SM Asia Aviation Capital. He has held this position since 2018, working from RedQ in Selangor, Malaysia. In this role, he focuses on aircraft financing, leveraging his extensive experience in the aviation finance sector. His responsibilities include managing financial strategies and relationships that support the growth and sustainability of aviation operations.
Previous Experience at AirAsia
Farhan has a notable history with AirAsia, where he worked in various capacities. He initially served as Manager of Group Treasury and Aircraft Finance for four months in 2017. Following this, he held the position of Manager for Group Corporate Finance and Aircraft Finance from 2015 to 2017, contributing to the company's financial management and strategic initiatives.
Background in Corporate Banking
Farhan's career includes significant experience in corporate banking. He worked as a Relationship Manager in Corporate Investment Banking at Al Rajhi Bank Malaysia for seven months in 2015. Additionally, he served as a Relationship Manager in Corporate Banking at Bank Rakyat Malaysia for four years, from 2011 to 2015. This background has equipped him with strong skills in business relationship management and corporate lending.
Education and Professional Qualifications
Farhan studied at the International Islamic University Malaysia, where he earned a Bachelor's Degree in Accounting and Finance from 2007 to 2011. He furthered his education at the Asian Institute of Chartered Banker, focusing on Banking, Corporate, Finance, and Securities Law, and achieved the Certified Credit Executive (CCE) designation from 2013 to 2015.
Recognitions in Aviation Finance
Farhan was recognized in the 2019 Airline Economics 40 under 40 list for his contributions to the aviation finance sector. This acknowledgment highlights his impact and expertise in the field, particularly in aircraft financing and corporate finance.