ROBERT DAVID KOOMSON
CORPORATE BANKING
Accra,AA
Summary
Accomplished Corporate Banker with over 10 years of experience specializing in the Mining and Infrastructure sectors within the Ghanaian market. Proven track record in managing high-value portfolios, participating in complex loan syndications, and developing innovative financial instruments. Expert in structured trade finance, credit risk mitigation, and navigating the regulatory landscape of the extractive industry.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
4
4
Certifications
Work History
Relationship Manager (Corporate Banking – Mining Sector)
Fidelity Bank Ghana
08.2022 - Current
- Portfolio Growth: Consistently exceeded targets by driving significant increases in liability positions and asset books through strategic client acquisition and retention.
- Advisory & Structuring: Act as a primary advisor to senior executives in the mining industry, developing financial models and business plans to support large-scale capital projects.
- Strategic Market Insights: Conduct deep-dive market research into global commodity trends and industry shifts to identify growth opportunities and mitigate portfolio risk.
- Performance Optimization: Deliver quantitative insights and performance reports to senior leadership, ensuring alignment between sector initiatives and long-term corporate strategy.
Relationship Manager (Telecoms, Transport, Mining & Construction, Food & Beverage)
First Atlantic Bank
07.2018 - 06.2022
- Portfolio Management: Managed high-value corporate portfolios, coordinating cross-departmental efforts to achieve business and liquidity goals.
- Credit Appraisal: Developed robust financial models to appraise credit requests, ensuring rigorous risk management and support for corporate growth.
- Leadership: Supervised a team of analysts and officers, implementing performance tracking and organizing strategic offsite sessions for executive stakeholders.
Relationship Officer
United Bank for Africa (Ghana)
12.2014 - 07.2018
- Conducted market research to develop strategies for client acquisition in untapped territories.
- Analysed financial data and prepared monthly performance reports with data-driven recommendations.
- Managed direct sales teams to exceed performance targets, fostering strong cross-departmental collaboration.
Education
Master of Business Administration - Total Quality Management
University of Professional Studies
Accra01-2018
BSc - Psychology
University of Ghana
Accra01-2014
Skills
Sector Expertise: Deep understanding of the mining value chain, from exploration to reclamation
Structured Finance: Expert in Letters of Credit (LCs), Guarantees, and Receivables-backed facilities
Relationship Management: Strategic advisor to senior management and key regulatory agencies
Excellent communication
New business generation
Risk management
Accomplishments
- Strategic Mining Syndication: Structured and closed syndicated loan facilities for Newmont Gold and Asante Gold Corporation, conducting deep-dive analysis on debt capacity and project viability to secure board-level approval.
- ESG & Regulatory Innovation: Partnered with the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to pioneer Reclamation Bond products for the Small Scale Mining sector, ensuring environmental compliance for mining clients.
- International Trade & Infrastructure: Spearheaded complex cross-border financing for major international firms including Contracta Construction UK and Queiroz Galvão.
- Institutional Portfolio Strengthening: Directed the financial restructuring and syndication for the Ghana Maritime Authority, significantly improving their capital position and creditworthiness within the sector.
Certification
Moody’s Commercial Banking Mastery Certification, Moody’s Analytics | 2024
Timeline
Relationship Manager (Corporate Banking – Mining Sector)
Fidelity Bank Ghana
08.2022 - Current
Relationship Manager (Telecoms, Transport, Mining & Construction, Food & Beverage)
First Atlantic Bank
07.2018 - 06.2022
Relationship Officer
United Bank for Africa (Ghana)
12.2014 - 07.2018
BSc - Psychology
University of Ghana
Master of Business Administration - Total Quality Management
University of Professional Studies