KANISHKA PERERA
Helsinki
Summary
Award-winning Sales and Client Relationship Specialist with over 8 years of demonstrated success in B2B and B2C sales, business development, and customer relationship management across the UAE and Sri Lanka. Proven track record of consistently exceeding targets while fostering long-term client relationships and implementing tailored business growth strategies. Recognized for exceptional leadership, performance excellence, and strong analytical problem-solving skills. Currently based in Finland and available for immediate employment opportunities.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Relationship Officer – Retail Banking
National Bank of Ras Al-Khaimah (RAK Bank)
07.2023 - 10.2024
- Achieved top sales performance and recognition for consistently exceeding monthly targets.
- Built and maintained strong client relationships, ensuring repeat business and referrals.
- Supported loan processing and financial product cross-selling initiatives.
- Analyzed customer needs to provide tailored financial solutions and enhance satisfaction.
Sales Executive – Retail Asset
Emirates NBD (DERBY Group)
10.2022 - 07.2023
- Originated and closed the highest volume of personal loans monthly.
- Evaluated customer creditworthiness and advised clients on optimal loan solutions.
- Maintained an organized sales pipeline via CRM to ensure efficient lead tracking.
- Developed and maintained relationships with high-value clients to drive sales growth.
Business Development Executive
DFCC Bank PLC
05.2016 - 07.2022
- Managed corporate and retail portfolios, achieving record-breaking asset product sales.
- Conducted market analysis to identify new business opportunities, increasing lead generation by 40%.
- Mentored new recruits and led sales training sessions to improve team productivity.
- Executed targeted marketing campaigns, resulting in increased brand visibility and customer engagement.
Education
MBA - Master of Business Administration
Asia e University
Malaysia01.2026
CIM Level 6 - Postgraduate Diploma in Professional Marketing
The Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM UK)
UK 01.2021
Skills
- B2B and B2C sales expertise
- Client relationship management
- Experienced with Salesforce and HubSpot
- Effective lead generation
- Client engagement strategies
- Negotiation expertise
- Analytical decision making
- Team development and leadership
- Cross-selling expertise
- Targeted sales planning
Personal Information
Driving License: Finnish AB Driving License
Certification
- MS Office
- Graphic Design
- 3D Animation
- The Fundamentals of Digital Marketing
- First Aid Certificate
LANGUAGES
English – Fluent
Finnish – Basic
Tamil – Intermediate
Sinhala – Native
References
Available upon request.
Timeline
Relationship Officer – Retail Banking
National Bank of Ras Al-Khaimah (RAK Bank)
07.2023 - 10.2024
Sales Executive – Retail Asset
Emirates NBD (DERBY Group)
10.2022 - 07.2023
Business Development Executive
DFCC Bank PLC
05.2016 - 07.2022
MBA - Master of Business Administration
Asia e University
CIM Level 6 - Postgraduate Diploma in Professional Marketing
The Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM UK)