Samir Kumar

RBS

Company Type: Corporate

Preferred Industries: Financial Inclusion

Brief Profile: 11 years' Derivatives Trading and People Management experience across geographic locations at top firms. Possess one of the most comprehensive experiences in the Financial Markets, spanning set up of a Credit Trading desk; ramp up of FX Exotics business; market making and trading APAC Interest Rates Options; and most recently close down of Asian country derivatives business. In 2010, hired into RBS from Indian Civil Services to lead markets business setup and then on to various business critical roles. High performer, who is recognized for strong leadership and keeping teams' morale high in a challenging work environment. Volunteering work for upliftment of underprivileged students. National Film Award (Oscars equivalent of India) winner by pursuing hobby of film making and venturing into feature film production.