James Bailey
About James Bailey
James Bailey is a Relationship Manager at Societe Generale Equipment Finance, specializing in the Transport, Industrial, and Construction sectors. He has a diverse background in finance and underwriting, with qualifications from various institutions, including Cambridge Management and Leadership School.
Work at Societe Generale
James Bailey has been employed at Societe Generale Equipment Finance (SGEF) since 2020, serving as a Relationship Manager specializing in the Transport, Industrial, and Construction sectors. In this role, he collaborates closely with C-level management teams to provide strategic recommendations aimed at enhancing partner sales. His responsibilities include direct interaction with vendor and manufacturer accounts within these industries, allowing him to tailor financial solutions to meet specific client needs.
Education and Expertise
James Bailey holds a Certificate in Management & Leadership from Cambridge Management and Leadership School, obtained in 2018. He also earned a Certificate in Finance & Financial Analysis from the same institution in the same year. In 2021, he completed a Diploma in Renewable Energy from The CPD Group. Additionally, he achieved A-Levels at The Sixth Form College Farnborough and obtained a UKCC Level 2 RFU Coach certification from the Rugby Football Union in 2011. His educational background supports his expertise in creating sales aid finance solutions for the Renewables/E-Mobility, Transport, and Construction industries.
Career Background
James Bailey has a diverse career in finance and underwriting. He began as a Mortgage Advisor at Banco Santander from 2013 to 2014, followed by a role as a Mortgage & Protection Broker at Mortgage Advice Bureau from 2012 to 2013. He worked at BMW Group in various capacities, including Consumer & SME Underwriter and Credit Analyst, from 2014 to 2017. He was a Founding Partner at Legacy Finance Group from 2017 to 2018 and served as an Account Manager at SGEF from 2018 to 2020 before becoming a Relationship Manager.
Professional Experience in Australia
In 2020, James Bailey took on a role as an Insurance Underwriter (Contract) at Chubb in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, where he worked for 11 months. This experience added to his extensive background in finance and underwriting, further enhancing his skill set within the industry.