Lilian Akanbi, Mbcs
About Lilian Akanbi, Mbcs
Lilian Akanbi is a Business Analyst with extensive experience in stakeholder management and compliance within the financial services sector. She has worked for notable organizations such as HSBC, Peabody, and Barclays, and holds multiple degrees, including an MBA and a Black Belt in Lean Six Sigma.
Current Role at HSBC
Lilian Akanbi currently serves as a Business Analyst at HSBC, a position she has held since 2021. In this role, she focuses on identifying business inefficiencies and recommending improvements through process, people, or system development. Her extensive experience in stakeholder management and compliance within the financial services sector enhances her contributions to the organization.
Previous Experience at Peabody
Prior to her current role, Akanbi worked as a Business Change Analyst at Peabody from 2019 to 2021. During her two years in this position, she contributed to various business change initiatives, leveraging her analytical skills to support the organization in achieving its objectives.
Educational Background
Akanbi has a diverse educational background. She earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Geography and Regional Planning from Delta State University in Nigeria, studying from 2000 to 2004. She later obtained a Post Graduate Diploma in Business Management from the London College of Business and IT in 2011. Additionally, she holds two Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) degrees, one from the Australian Institute of Business (2008-2010) and another from Edge Hill University (2010-2011).
Professional Development in Business Analysis
Akanbi has pursued professional development in business analysis, obtaining a Foundation Certificate in Business Analysis from BCS, The Chartered Institute for IT in 2013. She further enhanced her skills by studying Lean Six Sigma at the Six Sigma Academy Amsterdam, achieving a Black Belt in 2021. This training has equipped her with the tools to identify inefficiencies and implement effective business changes.
Experience in Financial Services
Akanbi has significant experience in the financial services sector, having held various roles that include Business and Process Analysis at Barclays, Audit and Compliance Analyst at Lloyds Banking Group, and Process and Compliance Analyst at RBS International. Her roles have involved stakeholder management and compliance, contributing to her strong commercial awareness of the business value chain.