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Andrzej Szanda

Director at Andrzej Szanda

Brisbane, Australia

Andrzej brings a wealth of leadership experience from innovative large banks, specialising in quantitative analytics and credit risk within the retail lending sector. His expertise encompasses the entire lending lifecycle, where he leverages analytics and automation to streamline processes and digitalise credit risk management. Andrzej is known for his ability to transform intricate strategies into practical solutions, serving as a bridge between the realms of business, data science, and technology. With a track record of successful team management spanning diverse disciplines, from analytics to credit risk management, he is committed to improving lending accessibility and its performance in the retail banking sector.

Experience across all stages of the customer lifecycle extending across process improvement, risk management and revenue maximisation ensuring a synchronised fit for purpose risk appetite, strategy and policy. An effective communicator with the ability to translate and link strategy and analyses into comprehendible business solutions, engaging, advising and influencing various stakeholders ranging from committees to boards.

Experience of managing various cross-cultural subsidiary businesses across geographies, ranging from start-up to mature, thriving in fast moving environments with proven record of delivery in high-pressure situations. Committed to improving access and performance of consumer credit, bringing a wealth of end-to-end expertise across multiple products including mortgages, consumer lending, and retail banking from some of the world’s most innovative banks.

Successfully led teams of all sizes and leveraged proficiencies in servicing, strategic analysis, data management and governance, analytics, business development, retail banking and lending, pricing models and strategies, credit policy management, product development & guideline management, establishing risk frameworks and risk appetite limits/strategies, credit risk management, emerging risks analysis, supported by driving innovative solutions through big data, advanced computing and automation.

Available For: Advising, Consulting
Travels From: Brisbane

Andrzej Szanda Points
Academic 0
Author 10
Influencer 11
Speaker 0
Entrepreneur 0
Total 21

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Company Information

Company Type: Individual
Minimum Project Size: $1,000+
Average Hourly Rate: $100-$149
Number of Employees: N/A
Company Founded Date: Undisclosed
Last Media Training: 09/03/2019

Areas of Expertise

Analytics
Big Data
Business Strategy
Climate Change
Digital Disruption
FinTech
Leadership
Management
Predictive Analytics 30.13
Product Management 41.67
Risk Management 31.17

Industry Experience

Financial Services & Banking

Publications

10 Article/Blogs
The Art of Smelling a Rat
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January 31, 2024
The Scam Alarm: Navigating Through Unclear Investment WatersSome Algo TradingI dodged a few calls from an uncle of mine recently, simply because I wasn’t in the mood for small talk. Then my dad rings up, saying the uncle’s tangled up in some bank problem and could use a bit of advice. Alright,

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Tags: Predictive Analytics, Product Management, Risk Management

The crucial role of collections
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December 14, 2023
The importance of strengthening and investing in collections capabilityHow are your collections strategies going ?Ah, December is here, the season of merriment! It’s that time of year when we eagerly anticipate a well-deserved break, especially for those of us south of the Equator, where the peak

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Tags: Predictive Analytics, Product Management, Risk Management

The balancing act of remote work
Import from medium.com
November 26, 2023
How an in-person offsite pushed us to the next levelTrying to be creative all alone in front of screens takes us far — but what if you need a kickIn November 2023, my schedule was abuzz with travel, accumulating valuable Qantas points along the way — a treasure for future use. I am abs

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Tags: Predictive Analytics, Product Management, Risk Management

Navigating fairness and ethics
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November 17, 2023
The importance of ethical thinking in decision making and modellingI had the privilege of attending the 2023 Australian Retail Credit Association (ARCA) conference in Sydney recently. This marked my second in-person attendance at this annual event, which has been consistently organised over the year

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Tags: Predictive Analytics, Product Management, Risk Management

Navigating Change through Emigration
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November 10, 2023
Its tough, rough and exciting at the same timeWhat an adventure, exciting and scary at the same timeEmbarking on a journey to a new country is a monumental shift that can really take a toll on your mental well-being. My partner and I thought, “Why not give it a shot down under?” They say movin

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Tags: Predictive Analytics, Product Management, Risk Management

The darkest black-box of lending
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October 16, 2023
An insight into credit scoring and predicting payment behaviourThe black boxCredit scoring is a domain of mathematical science that has been in use by financial institutions for over 40 years. Fair Isaac was one of the first companies to pioneer credit scoring through the statistical analysis of lo

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Tags: Predictive Analytics, Product Management, Risk Management

The fire and the stash fund
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October 07, 2023
How a crisis makes you appreciate or rethink your financial preparednessIn September 2023, at the serene Mabalingwe Game Reserve in Northern South Africa, a seemingly typical spring day took a drastic turn. As is often the case in arid regions like Australia or Southern Africa, dry conditions are sy

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Tags: Predictive Analytics, Product Management, Risk Management

INVESTING: Your first step
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September 24, 2023
Transforming Inspiration into actionPhoto by cottonbro studioInvesting can be a powerful tool for securing your financial future and achieving your goals. It’s heartening to hear that my previous articles on regular investing have inspired many of you to take action. Your feedback has reinforced

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Tags: Predictive Analytics, Product Management, Risk Management

An alternate in breaking barriers to homeownership
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September 21, 2023
An alternate pathway to breaking barriers of homeownershipWhere is that elusive no deposit home loan?Photo by RDNE Stock projectIn one of my early leadership roles, I was tasked with overseeing home lending in a low to mid-income client segment. Our unique approach involved offering 100% no deposi

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Tags: Predictive Analytics, Product Management, Risk Management

ETFs: Your Path to Sleep at Night
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September 19, 2023
Diversified investing the key to successIn my previous article, I emphasised the vital importance of consistency and regularity in investing. As someone who juggles multiple responsibilities throughout the day, I understand the challenge of finding time to monitor stocks or seek out hidden gems for

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Tags: Predictive Analytics, Product Management, Risk Management

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