Himasha Perera
About Himasha Perera
Himasha Perera is a Lending Specialist at Starling Bank, where he has worked since 2021. He holds a Bachelor's Degree in Actuarial Science from Cass Business School and has previous experience in various risk management roles at NatWest Group.
Work at Starling Bank
Himasha Perera has been employed at Starling Bank as a Lending Specialist since 2021. In this role, she focuses on assessing and managing lending processes, contributing to the bank's commitment to providing efficient financial services. Her experience in the lending sector supports her responsibilities in evaluating creditworthiness and ensuring compliance with lending policies.
Education and Expertise
Himasha Perera studied at Cass Business School, where she earned a Bachelor's Degree in Actuarial Science from 2012 to 2015. This educational background provides her with a strong foundation in quantitative analysis and risk assessment, which are essential skills in her current role as a Lending Specialist.
Background in Risk Management
Prior to her current position, Himasha Perera gained extensive experience in risk management at NatWest Group. She served as a Graduate Risk Analyst from 2015 to 2017, advancing to the role of Credit Manager in Wholesale Credit Risk from 2017 to 2019. She further developed her expertise as a Risk Onboarding Manager at NatWest Rapid Cash from 2019 to 2021.
Professional Experience at NatWest Group
Himasha Perera's tenure at NatWest Group included various roles that enhanced her skills in credit risk assessment and management. As a Credit Manager, she was responsible for overseeing credit risk strategies, while her role as a Risk Onboarding Manager involved evaluating new clients and ensuring compliance with risk policies.