Timur Smirnov
About Timur Smirnov
Timur Smirnov is a Consumer Lending Business Manager with a Master's degree in Economics and Supply Chain Management from the Higher School of Economics. He has extensive experience in digital product management and has held leadership roles in consumer credit and insurance businesses across various prominent financial institutions.
Current Role at VTB
Timur Smirnov serves as the Consumer Lending Business Manager at VTB, a position he has held since 2023. In this role, he focuses on managing and developing consumer lending products, contributing to the growth and efficiency of VTB's offerings in the financial sector. His responsibilities include overseeing product strategies and ensuring alignment with market demands.
Education and Expertise
Timur Smirnov holds a Master's degree in Economics and Supply Chain Management from the Higher School of Economics, where he studied from 1998 to 2003. He also completed his high school education at School №1252, specializing in advanced Spanish studies, achieving a High School Diploma from 1994 to 1998. His educational background supports his extensive expertise in digital product management and consumer lending.
Professional Background
Timur Smirnov has a diverse professional background, having worked in various roles across multiple organizations. His career includes positions at Barclays, Sberbank, Citi, and Philip Morris International. He has experience as a Business Integration Manager and Project Manager at Barclays, Chief Product Officer at Citi and Sberbank, and Director of Digital & CRM at БКС. His roles have spanned across different sectors, including finance, technology, and consumer goods.
Achievements in Consumer Lending
Timur Smirnov has a strong track record in leading consumer credit and insurance businesses. His experience includes managing mortgage loans, credit cards, cash loans, and auto loans. He has successfully grown mobile products from inception to millions of users, demonstrating his capability in digital product management and consumer engagement.
Leadership and Team Development
Timur Smirnov is passionate about building and empowering teams to create impactful products. His leadership style focuses on fostering collaboration and innovation within teams, enabling them to achieve their goals in product development and management. This approach has contributed to his success in various leadership roles throughout his career.