Lokesh Batra
About Lokesh Batra
Lokesh Batra serves as the Zonal Head of Trade Sales for Emerging Corporates in Gujarat, MP, and ROMG at IndusInd Bank. He has a strong background in trade sales strategies and extensive experience in the banking sector, having held various managerial roles at several prominent banks.
Current Role at IndusInd Bank
Lokesh Batra serves as the Zonal Head for Trade Sales focusing on Emerging Corporates at IndusInd Bank. He has held this position since 2019, operating from Ahmedabad, Gujarat. In this role, he is responsible for driving trade sales strategies across multiple regions, including Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh, and the ROMG area. His leadership is pivotal in enhancing the bank's outreach and service offerings to emerging corporates.
Previous Experience in Banking
Prior to his current role, Lokesh Batra accumulated extensive experience in various banking positions. He worked at YES BANK as Vice President and Cluster Relationship Leader for Business from 2018 to 2019. Before that, he held the position of Chief Manager - Transaction Banking Counsellor at Kotak Mahindra Bank from 2013 to 2018. His career also includes roles at Ing Vysya Bank, where he served as Area Manager and Portfolio Manager for Trade & Forex, and at Standard Chartered Bank as Assistant Manager Origination for SME Liabilities.
Education and Academic Background
Lokesh Batra's educational journey includes a Post Graduate Diploma in Business Administration (PGDBA) from Chetana's Institute of Management & Research, where he studied from 2006 to 2008. He also holds a Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com) degree from Pacific College, Udaipur, completed between 2003 and 2006. His foundational education was at Central Academy Sr. Secondary School in Udaipur.
Expertise in Trade Sales and FX Products
Lokesh Batra possesses significant expertise in Trade FX products and services, which is essential to his role in sales and marketing. His extensive experience in business development and relationship management has contributed to his effectiveness in leading trade sales strategies for emerging corporates. His knowledge in this area supports his efforts to enhance client relationships and drive business growth.
Leadership in Emerging Corporates Sector
In his current position at IndusInd Bank, Lokesh Batra has been instrumental in developing and implementing trade sales strategies tailored for emerging corporates. His leadership is characterized by a focus on business development and relationship management, allowing him to effectively cater to the needs of clients in the Gujarat, MP, and ROMG regions.