Vangelis Barbetseas
About Vangelis Barbetseas
Vangelis Barbetseas serves as the Senior Manager in the Chief Administration Office for Wholesale Banking USA at HSBC. He has over 15 years of experience in various roles within HSBC, including leadership positions in Dubai and the UK, and has a strong background in banking and management.
Current Role at HSBC
Vangelis Barbetseas serves as the Senior Manager in the Chief Administration Office for Wholesale Banking USA at HSBC Commercial Banking. He has held this position since 2016 and is based in New York, New York. In this role, he oversees various administrative functions and contributes to the strategic direction of the wholesale banking division.
Previous Experience at HSBC
Barbetseas has extensive experience with HSBC Commercial Banking, having held multiple roles across various locations. His positions included Head of Mortgages in the UAE from 2014 to 2016, Senior Branch Director in Dubai from 2012 to 2014, and Branch Manager at Clumber St Flagship Branch in Nottingham from 2008 to 2009. He also worked as a Regional Manager in the South East Region and led the implementation of customer experience strategies in the UK.
Education and Qualifications
Barbetseas has a diverse educational background. He earned a BA in Archaeology & Prehistory from The University of Sheffield and an MSc in Biomolecular Archaeology from The University of Manchester. Additionally, he studied at the NCO Military Academy in Athens, where he achieved the rank of Army Officer. He also completed a Change Management Registered Practitioner course in 2017 and a Cybersecurity program at Harvard University in 2020.
Key Contributions and Achievements
Barbetseas played a significant role in the acquisition of Lloyds TSB's UAE business, a strategic transaction for HSBC Group. He has led successful teams of over 100 staff in both Corporate and Personal Banking sectors and has extensive experience managing regulated Relationship Managers. His proven track record includes collaborating with Board Executives to meet challenging targets across various roles.
Leadership and Management Skills
Barbetseas has demonstrated strong leadership and management skills throughout his career. He has managed teams in various capacities and has extensive experience in financial planning and customer engagement. His ability to lead teams effectively has contributed to the successful implementation of strategies within HSBC Commercial Banking.