Anees Abbas Al Balushi
Muscat
Summary
Senior Executive with 23 years of diverse professional experience in banking, administration, Project Management and facility management domains. A decisive planner and analytical problem solver with skills in managing large scale of teams to meet stringent objectives. Excellent personal-skills and a collaborative demeanor demonstrated through polished communication and willingness to apply team feedback to resolve challenges. Always striving to be pushed out of my comfort zone and will never turn down an opportunity to learn. My objective is to be part of a dynamic, growing and proactive organization seeking continuous professional growth and career growth.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
AVP Lease Management and Asset Control
Sohar International Bank
08.2023 - Current
- Oversee and manage all bank portfolio including that all leases are correctly executed, maintained, and filed.
- Monitoring and ensuring adherence to legal requirements and organization policies related to leasing.
- Monitor lease payments, including rent calculations and due dates and Preparing budgets and forecasts related to leasing expenses and account reconciliations.
- Negotiate lease terms and renewals with landlords and tenants to optimize costs and benefits and handle disputes and provide resolutions.
- Generate periodic reports on lease status, renewals, and expirations and analyze lease data for performance and strategic planning purposes.
- Asset Inventory Management by Maintaining an accurate inventory of all assets, including real estate, equipment, and vehicles.
- Conduct regular audits of assets to verify existence and condition.
- Monitor the lifecycle of company assets from acquisition to disposal.
- Develop budgets for asset maintenance and acquisition.
- Implement cost-effective measures for asset management and maintenance.
- Assess potential risks associated with asset management and implement strategies to mitigate them.
- Ensure appropriate insurance coverage and compliance with safety regulations.
- Collaborating with with other departments (finance, legal) to ensure alignment in asset and lease strategies.
- Utilize asset and lease management software to streamline processes and improve efficiency.
- Analyze data trends from software to inform decision-making.
Assistant General Manager, Senior Capital Projects
HSBC Bank Oman SAOG
01.2016 - 07.2023
- Provided effective, compliant and functional management across the full breadth of the portfolio for the country.
- Was Responsible for leading and managing all outsourced services for the sub-function, resolving any underperformance or issues and value-add initiatives.
- Collaborate and proactively manage the stakeholders in the relevant business, functions and within Corp Real Estate (CRE) to maximize the integrated planning, budgeting, service enhancements and delivery for the Bank.
- Lead and managed the relationship with suppliers as the main point of contact for the business to ensure delivery and adequate performance of services as outlined in the contract.
- Ensure all operational risks were managed and maintained at a level acceptable to regional standard
- Mentor and motivate team members to achieve challenging business goals.
- Participated in continuous improvement by generating suggestions, engaging in problem-solving activities to support teamwork.
- Successful Deliverables within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere.
Assistant General Manager, Head of Procurement
HSBC Bank Oman SAOG
06.2013 - 12.2015
- Part of COO’s Executive Team, leading a key function of procurement including of tender committee, vendor risk management, accounts payable and travel desk.
- Provided local administration and oversight of Procurement functions within Oman, enforce policies & ensures adherence to procedures.
- Participated in negotiations for large value contracts within the assigned country.
- Planned and managed the department's budget and capacity in line with the bank's overall set out strategy.
Head of Procurement & Administration
HSBC Bank Oman SAOG
06.2012 - 06.2013
- Delivered innovative, cost effective, value adding services to the business within the set out service level agreement / turnaround times
- Achieving reduction in costs, process improvements and increasing overall productivity.
- Implementing critical thinking to resolve problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
Integration project lead for HSBC Bank Oman SAOG - OIB and HSBC Merger - Member of Steering Committee
HSBC Bank Oman SAOG
03.2012 - 12.2012
Chief Manager Services and Security & Admin
Oman International Bank SAOG
01.2009 - 01.2012
Manager Services and Security
Oman International Bank SAOG
01.2008 - 01.2009
Manager Services
Oman International Bank SAOG
01.2007 - 01.2008
Senior Administration Officer
Diwan Royal Court - Sultanate of Oman | Royal Protocol
01.1998 - 01.2007
Education
Professional Diploma - Financial Credit Risk
HND - Management
College of Banking & Financial Studies
Skills
- Team Leadership Expertise
- Quality Management
- Cost Management
- Quick Learner
- Good analytical and problem solving skills
- Confident in negotiation
- Windows & Office tools (Ms office)
- Project System (Source / PlanView)
- Core Banking System – HUB/AS400
- Fixed Assets system
- Automated Contract DB – ARIBA
- Purchasing Systems - BuySmart
- Vendor management (Archer)
- Associated Person system (AP-GTR)
Accomplishments
- Building & Facility management
- Sohar international Bank annex building
- Refurbishment of 60 branches
- ATM evergreen project (replacement of 48 ATMs)
- Solar staff shaded parking in AKO Head office
- Vendor Risk Management
- Government Relations
- Supplier management
- License construction from the municipality and other agencies
Languages
English
Arabic
Hindi
Urdu
Timeline
AVP Lease Management and Asset Control
Sohar International Bank
08.2023 - Current
Assistant General Manager, Senior Capital Projects
HSBC Bank Oman SAOG
01.2016 - 07.2023
Assistant General Manager, Head of Procurement
HSBC Bank Oman SAOG
06.2013 - 12.2015
Head of Procurement & Administration
HSBC Bank Oman SAOG
06.2012 - 06.2013
Integration project lead for HSBC Bank Oman SAOG - OIB and HSBC Merger - Member of Steering Committee
HSBC Bank Oman SAOG
03.2012 - 12.2012
Chief Manager Services and Security & Admin
Oman International Bank SAOG
01.2009 - 01.2012
Manager Services and Security
Oman International Bank SAOG
01.2008 - 01.2009
Manager Services
Oman International Bank SAOG
01.2007 - 01.2008
Senior Administration Officer
Diwan Royal Court - Sultanate of Oman | Royal Protocol
01.1998 - 01.2007
HND - Management
College of Banking & Financial Studies