Ekaterina Markova
About Ekaterina Markova
Ekaterina Markova is a professional in the Corporate Credit Risk Department with over eight years of experience in financial services, having worked for notable organizations such as Société Générale and PwC. She has a strong background in credit analysis, risk management, and client relationship development, particularly in the SME segment.
Current Role at VTB
Ekaterina Markova currently works in the Corporate Credit Risk Department at VTB, a position she has held since 2021. In this role, she is responsible for assessing and managing credit risk associated with corporate clients. Her expertise in financial analysis and risk mitigation strategies contributes to the department's objectives of maintaining financial stability and ensuring sound lending practices.
Previous Experience at VTB
Prior to her current role, Ekaterina Markova served as a Corporate Credit Analyst at VTB from 2020 to 2021. In this capacity, she focused on evaluating creditworthiness and analyzing financial statements to support lending decisions. Her work involved conducting thorough risk assessments and developing strategies to mitigate potential financial risks.
Experience at Société Générale
Ekaterina Markova worked at Société Générale for four years, from 2015 to 2019, where she held various positions, including Chief Credit Expert for SMEs and Credit Expert in retail banking for car loans. Her responsibilities included conducting financial analyses, structuring deals, and managing client relationships within the SME segment. She also gained experience in customer service management during her tenure.
Consulting Background at PwC
From 2019 to 2020, Ekaterina Markova worked as a Consultant in the Assurance Financial Services division at PwC in St. Petersburg. In this role, she focused on auditing financial statements of banks and insurance companies, enhancing her understanding of financial compliance and risk management within large international groups.
Educational Background
Ekaterina Markova studied at St. Petersburg State University of Civil Aviation from 2009 to 2014, earning her degree over five years. She also attended the St. Petersburg College of Banking at the Central Bank of the Russian Federation from 2014 to 2016, where she specialized in Banking. Additionally, she is currently pursuing studies with ACCA, furthering her professional qualifications in finance.