Nazeem Raja
About Nazeem Raja
Nazeem Raja serves as the Head of Transformation and Strategy at AirAsia, where he has worked since 2021. He has a diverse background in finance and business development, with previous roles at companies such as EY, Ranhill Holdings Berhad, and Scomi Group Bhd.
Current Role at AirAsia
Nazeem Raja serves as the Head of Transformation and Strategy at AirAsia, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he is responsible for driving strategic initiatives and overseeing transformation projects within the organization. His leadership contributes to the company's efforts to enhance operational efficiency and adapt to market changes.
Previous Experience in Corporate Finance
Before his current role, Nazeem worked at AirAsia as the Manager of Corporate Finance and Aircraft Finance starting in 2020. His responsibilities included managing financial strategies related to aircraft acquisitions and corporate financial planning. This experience built a strong foundation for his subsequent leadership role in transformation and strategy.
Professional Background
Nazeem has a diverse professional background, having held various positions in different organizations. He worked as a General Manager of Business Development at Ranhill Holdings Berhad from 2019 to 2020, and as an Audit Associate at EY from 2014 to 2015. His earlier roles include a Planning Analyst position at Scomi Group Bhd and an Associate role at Ethos & Company.
Education and Expertise
Nazeem holds a Master’s Degree in Finance from UNSW Australia, which he completed from 2015 to 2016. He also earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Global Financial Management from Regent's University London between 2010 and 2013. His educational background in finance and management supports his expertise in corporate finance and strategic planning.
Early Education
Nazeem completed his high school education at Victoria Institution, where he studied the Science Stream from 2004 to 2010. This foundational education provided him with essential analytical skills that have contributed to his professional development in finance and strategy.