Suresh Rajalingam
About Suresh Rajalingam
Suresh Rajalingam serves as the Head of Financial Institutions at SWIFT, where he specializes in strategic selling techniques. With a strong background in banking and finance, he has consistently exceeded sales targets and has extensive experience in the financial sector across Australia and New Zealand.
Work at SWIFT
Suresh Rajalingam has been with SWIFT since 2013, currently serving as the Head of Financial Institutions. In this role, he focuses on strategic selling techniques that align with customer and internal expectations, particularly in complex deals. He has also held the position of Commercial Director for Oceania since 2013. His tenure at SWIFT spans over a decade, during which he has consistently overachieved sales targets, demonstrating a strong performance in sales.
Education and Expertise
Suresh Rajalingam holds multiple advanced degrees. He earned a Master of Applied Finance from Finsia, studying from 2007 to 2010. He also completed a Master of Applied Science in Food Science & Technology at the University of New South Wales from 1998 to 2000. Additionally, he has a Master of Fisheries Management from the Central Institute of Fisheries Education, completed from 1994 to 1997. His educational background supports his expertise in finance and technology.
Background in Banking
Suresh Rajalingam has extensive experience in the banking sector, having worked in various roles across multiple institutions. He was a Relationship Manager at National Australia Bank from 1999 to 2006, followed by a Senior Business Development Manager role from 2010 to 2013. He also served as a Business Development Manager at Commonwealth Bank of Australia from 2008 to 2010 and as a Senior Business Development Manager at St George Bank from 2006 to 2008.
Regional Experience
Suresh Rajalingam has significant experience working throughout Australia and New Zealand. This regional exposure has enhanced his understanding of the financial landscape, allowing him to build a broad, multicultural network of contacts within the banking industry. His network includes payments market practitioners, market infrastructures, FinTech vendors, and regulators.