Kajal Zalpuri

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ABOUT KAJAL ZALPURI

Seasoned Corporate Banking Director with 23 years of experience across top-tier global banks in the UK and Asia. Proven track record as a Global Relationship Manager, leading strategic, cross-border coverage of both globally and regionally headquartered multinationals. Currently Sector Head for Technology, Media & Telecom (TMT) in the UK for Global Network Banking within HSBC’s Global Banking division—driving sector strategy and origination for some of the bank’s most complex, high-growth clients. Responsible for developing sector strategy, originating opportunities across lending, transaction banking, and IB products, while ensuring alignment with risk, compliance, and regulatory standards.Widely recognized for a strategic mindset, deep sector knowledge (including emerging tech such as AI and Quantum), and innovation leadership. Demonstrated versatility across sectors including TMT, Energy, Aviation, Infrastructure, and Education, combining credit strength, product innovation, and global execution capability. Known as a go-to expert internally for Tech sector insight.Winner of a global internal Hackathon for an AI-based credit risk solution—personally sponsored by the CEO for implementation.Committed to developing talent, shaping global strategy, and driving sustainable business growth.Strong academic grounding with a Post Graduate Diploma in Business Administration, specialising in Finance and Information Technology. Core Competencies:Client Relationship Management | Credit Structuring & Lending (incl. Data Center Financing)| Global Coverage Strategy | Transaction & Trade Banking | Working Capital & Supply Chain Finance | Securitisation | Sector Expertise – Tech, Satellite Communication & Education | FX, ECM, DCM, M&A | Risk & Compliance Oversight | Business Growth & Mandate Origination | Cross-Border Solutions