Russell Parker

Background

About Russell Parker

Seasoned, senior banking professional with extensive (35+ years) experience in a number of high value corporate sectors. Over the last 15+ years developed into an expert practitioner and high performer in the Ship Finance sector (held the position of Head of Lloyds Bank's shipping business for 4 years before leaving on sabbatical in September 2015); possessing an acute strategic understanding of the entire sector. Built multi-billion Ship loan portfolio -10. Played key role in divesting of Lloyds' Ship loan portfolio 2010 - 15. Previous management experience working in the upstream Oil & Gas and Project Finance sectors. Adept at taking ownership and responsibility, working from a value-add, best in class mindset and possess a wide ranging skill set in terms of capital structuring; risk/return; negotiation; communication; and management/organisational skills. Easy and flexible manner, able to quickly build trusting relationships and instil confidence with key stakeholders. International business grounding going back 25 years with an appreciation of diverse social and business cultures; known as an enthusiastic business developer. Specialities: Ship Finance Expert Corporate Lending and Restructuring Collaborative Leader Relationship Builder Risk and Governance