Timur Vafin, Cfa
About Timur Vafin, Cfa
Timur Vafin is the Head of Credit Card Business at VTB, a position he has held since 2021. He has extensive experience in financial services, having previously worked at PwC, Boston Consulting Group, and The Central Bank of the Russian Federation.
Work at VTB
Timur Vafin has been serving as the Head of Credit Card Business at VTB since 2021. In this role, he oversees the strategic direction and operational management of the credit card division, focusing on product development and customer engagement. His leadership aims to enhance the bank's market position and drive growth in the credit card sector.
Previous Experience in Financial Services
Before joining VTB, Timur Vafin worked at Boston Consulting Group (BCG) as a Senior Associate from 2018 to 2021. His responsibilities included advising financial services clients on strategic initiatives. Prior to BCG, he served as a Manager in Strategy & Operations at PwC from 2016 to 2018, where he focused on financial services in the Russian Federation. His career also includes a role as a Leading Specialist at The Central Bank of the Russian Federation from 2013 to 2015.
Education and Expertise
Timur Vafin studied at The Financial University under the Government of the Russian Federation, where he specialized in Crisis/Emergency/Disaster Management. He completed his studies from 2008 to 2013, earning the designation of Specialist. This educational background provides him with a solid foundation in risk management and strategic planning within the financial sector.
Career Timeline
Timur Vafin's career spans several key positions in the financial services industry. He began his professional journey at The Central Bank of the Russian Federation from 2013 to 2015. He then transitioned to PwC, where he worked from 2016 to 2018, followed by a role at BCG from 2018 to 2021. Since 2021, he has been with VTB, contributing to the bank's credit card business.