Kumar Shah
About Kumar Shah
Kumar Shah serves as the Managing Director and Head of Global Market Corporate Sales for Australia and New Zealand at HSBC, a position he has held since 2013. With a background in corporate treasury sales and a solid educational foundation from XLRI Jamshedpur and Sydenham College, he has over two decades of experience in the banking sector.
Work at HSBC
Kumar Shah has been with HSBC since 2004, holding various positions over the years. He currently serves as the Managing Director and Head of Global Market Corporate Sales for Australia and New Zealand, a role he has occupied since 2013. In this capacity, he oversees corporate sales strategies and operations within the global markets sector, contributing to HSBC's presence in the region. Prior to his current role, he was the Director of Corporate Treasury Sales at HSBC from 2004 to 2013.
Education and Expertise
Kumar Shah completed his Master’s degree at XLRI Jamshedpur, where he studied from 1997 to 1999. He also holds a Bachelor of Commerce degree from Sydenham College, which he obtained between 1992 and 1997. His educational background provides a strong foundation in finance and business management, which supports his extensive career in corporate sales and treasury management.
Background
Kumar Shah began his career in the banking sector at ICICI Bank, where he worked as a Manager in Treasury from 1999 to 2001. He then transitioned to Standard Chartered Bank, serving as Manager of Corporate Treasury Sales from 2001 to 2004. This progression laid the groundwork for his long-standing tenure at HSBC, where he has developed significant expertise in corporate treasury and sales.
Professional Experience
Kumar Shah has accumulated over two decades of experience in the banking and finance industry. His roles have included managerial positions in treasury and corporate sales across multiple financial institutions. His career trajectory reflects a consistent focus on corporate treasury management and sales strategies, particularly within the global markets.