KUNAL NILCHANDRA KARODE

Aurangabad, Maharashtra, 431001, india


Profile Summary

Experienced Banking Professional with 16.5 years in lending and branch operations, with deep expertise in loan syndication, bilateral lending, and loan servicing. Skilled at structuring and managing multi-bank deals, negotiating terms, coordinating with credit, legal, and technical teams, and ensuring smooth disbursement and post-disbursement servicing. Proven ability to maintain portfolio health, reduce NPAs, and deliver exceptional client experience while meeting compliance standards.

KEY SKILLS

  • Team Leadership and Management
  • Housing Finance (Regular & Affordable Loans)
  • Loan Syndication & Consortium Financing
  • Bilateral Loan Structuring & Negotiation
  • Portfolio and delinquency Management
  • Loan Servicing & Portfolio Monitoring
 

  • Coordination with Banks Legal & Technical Teams
  • Documentation, Compliance & CERSAI Charge Management
  • Regulatory Compliance & Audit Management
  • Credit Appraisal & Risk Assessment
  • Branch Operations

 


Employment History

Assistant Manager In Middle Management Grade III at SVC Co, Operative Bank Ltd.

June, 2023 - Present

Chh. Sambhaji Nagar

  • Coordinated with multiple banks for syndicated and bilateral loan deals, ensuring smooth sanctioning and disbursement for SME clients.
  • Oversaw loan servicing activities – EMI scheduling, interest resets, repayment follow-ups, and CERSAI updates.
  • Structured customized funding solutions by aligning borrower requirements with credit policies of partner banks.
  • Ensured post-disbursement compliance, security perfection, and portfolio monitoring to keep NPAs under control.
  • Spearheaded overall branch operations, sales, and compliance, ensuring 100% audit readiness and adherence to RBI and internal regulatory standards.
  • Achieved consistent YOY business growth, driving CASA, retail assets, third-party products.
  • Handling Home Loan (Regular & Affordable Loans), Loan Against Property, Cash Credit, Vehicle Loan, Business Loan, Gold Loan, conducting PD Visits, and performing CIBIL Verifications.
  • Led a high-performing team of 10 employees, ensuring target achievement across liabilities, assets, and fee-income lines.
  • Strengthened branch’s SME lending portfolio, ensuring credit quality and timely disbursements to support business clients.
  • Grew business mix by 21% through focused sales strategies and portfolio deepening.
  • Proactively sourced retail and SME loans (home loans, LAP, business loans, auto loans), contributing to consistent growth in loan book across the branch.
  • Coordinated end-to-end loan processing – from login to sanction – ensuring TAT compliance and seamless customer experiences.
  • Supervised accurate documentation and KYC checks, ensuring 100% adherence to internal credit policies and regulatory norms.
  • Worked closely with credit, legal, and technical teams to ensure timely disbursal and minimal rejection rates.
  • Portfolio & Delinquency Management.

Achievements :

  • Controlled NPA percentage of Branch.
  • Successfully handled team of 10 staff.
  • Increase in branch business mix by 21%.

Branch Manager at The Shirpur Peoples Co-op Bank Ltd.

January, 2016 - May, 2023

Nashik

Growth Path :

Branch Manager (August 2022 – May 2023)
Probationary Branch Manager (June 2020 – July 2022)
Officer (Janaury 2016 – June 2020)

  • Acted as a single point of contact for consortium financing – liaised with other banks for sanction coordination, documentation, and monitoring.
  • Handled complete life cycle of loans including pre-disbursement checks, disbursement, and regular servicing.
  • Worked closely with legal teams and valuers for title clearance and security creation.
  • Maintained strong borrower relationships to manage repayments and improve collection efficiency.
  • Analyzed customer’s business setup, credit reports, and income documents to determine loan requirements and eligibility.
  • Oversaw end-to-end Home Loan & LAP disbursement process, ensuring compliance with credit policies and regulatory norms.
  • Conducted Personal Discussions (PDs) and field visits for Loan proposals of Home loan, self-employed affordable housing borrowers, Business loan, Loan against Property, strengthening risk assessment.
  • Handled Home Loan, Loan Against Property, Cash Credit, Vehicle Loan, Business Loan, Gold Loan, conducting PD Visits, and performing CIBIL Verifications.
  • Prepared detailed proposal documents for loan eligibility after analyzing customer data as per credit guidelines.
  • Sourced various accounts including Current, Savings, Fixed Deposits, Recurring Deposits, and multiple Loan Accounts.
  • Conducted thorough checks and processing of accounts, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
  • Coordinated bank insurance business and Home Loan marketing efforts.
  • Managed vendors, tracked verification data from agencies, and ensured timely payment of service bills.
  • Supported and managed teams, providing guidance and assistance as needed.
  • Oversaw branch operations and ensured smooth functioning.
  • Conducted credit analysis and ensured compliance with audit requirements.
  • Managed portfolios and assessed risks.
  • Implemented process improvements for banking operations.
  • Experienced in processing Personal Loans, Staff Personal Loans, and Personal Loan Top-ups, Home loan, Loan Against property, Business Loan, Vehicle loan, Gold loans.
  • Managed third-party products like General Insurance and Housing Loans.
  • Assessed customer business setups, credit reports, and income documents for loan eligibility.
  • Completed loan documents, recommended loan files to Head Office, and facilitated disbursements.
  • Collaborated with Legal advisors and property valuers during loan processing.
  • Conducted pre-disbursement and post-disbursement visits to ensure compliance.
  • Handled loan document processing, including charge creation and satisfaction in CERSAI.
  • Managed branch audits and ensured regulatory compliance.
  • Possessed in-depth knowledge of day-to-day banking operations and consistently achieved sales targets while acquiring New To Bank (NTB) business.

 

Achievements :

  • Controlled NPA percentage of Nashik branch.
  • Successfully handled team of 14 staff.
  • Increase in branch business mix by 30%.

Deputy Manager-I at ICICI Bank Ltd.

February, 2014 - January, 2016

Muktainagar, Dist. Jalgaon

  • Managed branch operations, including customer service, audit compliance, and cash handling.
  • Actively sourced Home Loans and Loan Against Property as part of branch retail business targets.
  • Collaborated with sales and credit teams to expand affordable housing penetration in semi-urban/rural markets.
  • Conducted reconciliations and monitored the Suspense account to ensure accuracy.
  • Sourced various accounts, including Current, Savings, and Loan Accounts.
  • Actively engaged in cross-selling financial products like FDs, RDs, Insurance, and Mutual Funds.
  • Authorized transactions for inward clearing, outward clearing, and Cash Management Services (CMS).
  • Authorized RTGS, NEFT, fund transfers, and customer requests, ensuring compliance.
  • Managed efficient clearing fund operations within the branch.
  • Oversaw inbound and outbound teams, ensuring smooth operations and customer service.
  • Processed Gold Loan applications according to established procedures.
  • Conducted thorough checks of Savings and Current Accounts to minimize rejections.
  • Delivered prompt and high-quality customer service.
  • Conducted commerce and catchment mapping to target potential customers.
  • Resolved customer complaints and managed escalations to ensure satisfaction.
  • Verified Vault cash, Gold Loan pouches, ATM cash, and Kisan Vikas Patra (KKV) documents.
  • Verified and reconciled the bank’s secured stationery, including Cheque books, Demand Drafts (DDs), and Fixed Deposit Receipts (FDRs).

 

Achievements :

  • Audit score 90% in RRM audit throughout the year.
  • Customer service quality score 100%.
  • Regional Ranking 13th in Target achievement.
  • Zonal Ranking 22th in DBM BSC 2014-15.

Assistant Manager at HDFC Bank Ltd.

December, 2010 - February, 2014

Shirpur, Dist. Dhule

  • Supported sourcing of Home Loans across salaried and self-employed customers, ensuring strong disbursement volumes.
  • Reviewed and submission loan applications, ensuring adherence to bank policies and regulations.
  • Coordinated with branch staff to ensure consistent service quality & compliance.
  • Monitored daily branch operations to maintain high standards of customer service.
  • Ensured the security and integrity of customer data and branch records.
  • Conducted training sessions for new employees on branch operations and compliance procedures.
  • Implemented strategies to enhance customer engagement and satisfaction.
  • Reviewed and approved loan applications, ensuring adherence to bank policies and regulations.
  • Analyzed branch performance metrics to identify areas for improvement and implement corrective actions.
  • Liaised with the IT department to address and resolve technical issues affecting branch operations.
  • Managed branch budgets and ensured efficient allocation of resources.
  • Conducted regular audits pre checks to ensure compliance with internal and external regulatory requirements.

 

Achievemets :

  • Achieved satisfactory audit ratings for process audit and main audit.
  • Actively and successfully conducted back up clearing.
  • Reduction in fund cost by managing SBI Fund.

Clerk at The Shirpur Peoples Co-Operative Bank Ltd.

March, 2009 - December, 2010

Shirpur, Dist. Dhule

  • Managed Clearing Department operations, ensuring the timely and accurate processing of financial transactions.
  • Oversaw cash handling, including receipt and payment processes, while maintaining stringent security and accuracy standards.
  • Facilitated the management of Fixed Deposit accounts, optimizing returns on investments for the organization.
  • Processed Demand Drafts, meeting customer requests and enhancing banking services.
  • Handled customer accounts, including Savings and Current Accounts, providing comprehensive banking solutions and services.

Education

Diploma (Commerce)

S.P.D.M. College, Kavayitri Bahinabai Chaudhari North Maharashtra University

2008 - 2010


Diploma (Commerce)

S.P.D.M. College, Kavayitri Bahinabai Chaudhari North Maharashtra University

2005 - 2008


12th Grade Nashik Board

2003 - 2004


10th Grade Maharashtra State Board

2001 - 2002


Languages

English

Hindi

Marathi


Skills

Microsoft Office - (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)

Tally 7.2/9.0, Internet


Certificates

100 hours training of IRDA

Institute name: Vikrikala Prashikshan Kendra Nasik

Vishesh Vasuli Adhikari Prashikshan Karyakram

Institute name: Sahakar Prashikshan Kendra, Jalgaon