Umar Butt
About Umar Butt
Umar Butt is a Risk Manager with extensive experience in the financial services sector, currently working at Societe Generale Equipment Finance since 2019. He has a strong background in asset finance, negotiation, and analytical skills, having previously held roles at LeasePlan UK and BMW Financial Services.
Current Role as Risk Manager at Societe Generale
Umar Butt has been serving as a Risk Manager at Societe Generale Equipment Finance (SGEF) since 2019. In this role, he applies his expertise in asset finance and risk assessment to manage financial services effectively. His responsibilities include analyzing potential risks and implementing strategies to mitigate them, ensuring the financial stability of the organization. His position is based in Richmond upon Thames, Greater London.
Previous Experience at LeasePlan UK
Before joining Societe Generale, Umar worked at LeasePlan UK as a Credit Analyst from 2017 to 2019. His tenure lasted two years and took place in Slough, United Kingdom. In this role, he developed skills in credit assessment and risk evaluation, contributing to the company's asset finance operations.
Background in Financial Services at BMW Financial Services
Umar Butt's career in financial services includes a significant position at BMW Financial Services, where he worked as an Underwriter and Credit Analyst from 2014 to 2017. Over three years in Farnborough, UK, he honed his analytical skills and gained experience in underwriting processes, which are essential for evaluating creditworthiness.
Education and Expertise in Law
Umar studied at Kingston University, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts with Honors in Law from 2004 to 2007. This educational background provided him with a solid foundation in legal principles, which complements his work in risk management and financial services.
Early Career at Thomas Pink - LVMH Group
Umar Butt began his professional journey at Thomas Pink, part of the LVMH Group, where he served as an Assistant Manager from 2007 to 2012. His five-year experience in Westfield London equipped him with valuable management skills and customer service expertise, which he later applied in the financial sector.