Sanjay Kukreja
About Sanjay Kukreja
Sanjay Kukreja is the Director of Global Trade and Banking at CIBC Capital Markets, with over 15 years of experience in the banking sector. He holds dual qualifications as a Chartered Accountant (CA) and Cost and Management Accountant (CMA).
Director at CIBC Capital Markets
Sanjay Kukreja has been serving as the Director of Global Trade and Banking at CIBC Capital Markets since 2014. In this role, he successfully managed and expanded a portfolio of correspondent banks by promoting trade finance, payments, and capital markets trading products. His efforts have been instrumental in enhancing the firm’s global banking operations and offerings.
Career at Emirates NBD
Before joining CIBC, Sanjay Kukreja accumulated valuable experience at Emirates NBD, where he worked as a Team Lead for Corporate Banking from 2005 to 2014. Based in Dubai, UAE, he spent nine years managing corporate banking relationships and driving business growth within the corporate segment.
Previous Role at Standard Chartered Bank
Sanjay Kukreja’s professional journey also includes a tenure at Standard Chartered Bank, where he served as a Team Lead for Non-Bank Financial Institutions from 1999 to 2005. During his six-year stint in India, he played a key role in managing and fostering relationships with non-bank financial institutions.
Educational Background in Finance and Accounting
Sanjay Kukreja possesses a robust educational background in finance and accounting. He earned a Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com.) degree in Finance from the University of Mumbai, followed by dual qualifications as a Chartered Accountant (CA) from the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India and as a Cost and Management Accountant (CMA) from the Institute of Cost Accountants of India. These qualifications underscore his extensive knowledge and proficiency in the financial domain.
Experience in Banking Sector
With over 15 years of experience, Sanjay Kukreja has honed his skills in sales, relationship management, business development, and cross-selling within the banking sector. His extensive experience across various roles and institutions has equipped him with a deep understanding of banking operations and client management strategies.