Karol M. Piętka
About Karol M. Piętka
Karol M. Piętka serves as the Country Operations Director for PRA Group in Poland, a position he has held since 2015. He has extensive experience in financial operations and management, having previously worked in various roles at Citi Handlowy and other organizations.
Work at PRA Group
Karol M. Piętka has served as the Country Operations Director for PRA Group in Poland since 2015. In this role, he oversees the company's operations, ensuring compliance with regulations set by the Polish Financial Supervision Authority (KNF). He is responsible for the profit and loss (P&L) of PRA Group's operations in Poland and leads the country operations team. Additionally, he serves as a board member for local PRA Group companies in Poland.
Previous Experience
Prior to joining PRA Group, Karol M. Piętka held several positions in the financial sector. He worked at Citi Handlowy as External Collection Manager and later as Collection Head, SVP, from 2008 to 2013. He also served as Head of Operations and Head of Sales and Investments at Hoist Finance from 2013 to 2015. His early career included roles as a Management Associate at Citi Handlowy and as a Market Analyst Intern at Ducker Worldwide.
Education and Expertise
Karol M. Piętka holds multiple degrees from SGH Warsaw School of Economics, where he studied Finance and Banking, Marketing and Management, achieving M.Sc. degrees. He is also a PhD candidate in Management from the same institution. Additionally, he studied Economics at Universidade Lusíada de Lisboa. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his expertise in financial operations and management.
Career Development
Karol M. Piętka began his career with internships at HP and Ducker Worldwide, gaining valuable experience in financial analysis and market research. He transitioned into full-time roles at PricewaterhouseCoopers and Citi Handlowy, where he developed his skills in management and operations. His career path reflects a consistent focus on financial services and operational leadership.