Catherine Suomalainen
About Catherine Suomalainen
Catherine Suomalainen serves as the Head of Lending Operations at Investec's Private Bank, a position she has held since 2016. She has extensive experience in lending operations, having previously worked in various roles at Investec and Boq Specialist.
Current Role at Investec
Catherine Suomalainen serves as the Head of Lending Operations for the Private Bank at Investec. She has held this position since 2016, overseeing lending operations and ensuring efficient processes within the private banking sector. Her role involves managing teams and strategies to enhance service delivery and client satisfaction.
Previous Experience at Investec
Catherine Suomalainen has extensive experience at Investec, where she worked for over a decade. She began as a Senior Associate from 2003 to 2008, followed by a role as Head of Lending Operations for Private Banking from 2008 to 2010. Subsequently, she served as Head of Lending Operations for Professional Finance from 2010 to 2014. Her tenure at Investec has equipped her with deep insights into lending operations.
Experience at Boq Specialist
Prior to her current role, Catherine Suomalainen worked at Boq Specialist as the Head of Operations for Commercial, Residential, and Asset Finance from 2014 to 2016. In this position, she managed operational strategies and processes, contributing to the efficiency and effectiveness of the finance division in Australia.
Education and Qualifications
Catherine Suomalainen studied at RMIT University, where she earned a Bachelor's degree in Business. This educational background has provided her with the foundational knowledge necessary for her roles in lending operations and management within the financial services industry.