Sammeer Sharma has been appointed Head of Consumer Financial Services, Malaysia, at OCBC Bank.
A seasoned banking veteran, Sammeer brings over 23 years of experience in strategic business transformation and change management across diverse markets.
During his 20-year tenure at Standard Chartered, he played a pivotal role in building award-winning businesses in areas including digital wealth, investments, insurance, lending, payments, distribution, and digital banking.
Most recently, he served as Managing Director and Head of Consumer, Private, and Business Banking (CPBB) at Standard Chartered Malaysia, a role he held since October 2021.
In this role, he contributed to the division’s growth and focused on delivering tailored banking solutions.
Sammeer expressed enthusiasm for joining OCBC, emphasising the bank’s commitment to enabling individuals and communities to achieve their aspirations.
He also highlighted the opportunities presented by the financial industry’s rapid transformation, driven by innovation, customer-centric strategies, and sustainability.
With his extensive background and experience, Sammeer is set to lead OCBC’s consumer financial services division in Malaysia, guiding it through its next phase of growth.
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