We are a proud member of the Antal International network, a distinguished global recruitment leader operating across 37 countries. Since 1993, Antal has built a reputation for delivering exceptional talent solutions worldwide, with an established presence in key markets across five continents.

At Antal’s Financial District Office in Hyderabad, India, our team specializes in executive search and identifying exceptional talent for the BFSI sector. We cater to Banking and Financial Institutions, NBFCs, Global Capability Centres for financial services, FinTech, Capital Markets, Start-up’s, Payment Service providers, and Banking Technology firms, supporting both India and global markets. Our focus extends to both domestic and international markets, enabling us to support our clients in building strong teams that drive growth, innovation, and transformation. With a blend of global reach and local insight, we are strategically positioned to meet the evolving hiring needs of our clients, helping them secure exceptional talent in an increasingly complex and competitive landscape

Utilizing our extensive network and profound insight into the challenges facing the industry, including emerging technologies, regulatory compliance, digital transformation, cloud computing, cybersecurity threats, artificial intelligence, competitive pressures, and shifting customer expectations, we empower clients to address their talent needs effectively. Our focus on excellence and research-driven hiring allows us to identify specialized candidates in both direct functional and techno-functional roles, tailored to meet the unique demands of banking and financial institutions, NBFCs, global capability centres of international banks, fintech companies, capital markets, start-up’s, payments, and banking technology firms.
 

Specialization

Mr. Baseer brings over two decades of comprehensive experience in the banking industry, having held leadership roles at prominent institutions such as ICICI Bank and Axis Bank in India. His international banking expertise includes serving as CEO in two different banks in Africa, where he reported directly to the Board. In addition to his banking experience, Mr. Baseer served as Vice President of Product and Technology at a leading IT company in India for short period, where he gained valuable insights into technology architecture and integration within financial services.

An alumnus of the Indian Institute of Management, Kozhikode, Mr. Baseer holds an Executive MBA in Strategy and Marketing, along with a Master’s degree and certification as an Associate of the Indian Institute of Bankers. He is also a Certified Research Analyst from the National Institute of Securities Markets in India.

Throughout his career, Mr. Baseer has excelled in various high-level roles, including strategy formulation, talent development, business expansion, risk management, product innovation, technology, governance, credit analysis, investment banking, portfolio management, and operations. His in-depth knowledge of banking technology platforms has equipped him with the skills in leading significant Information technology and digital transformation projects.

With an extensive professional network and a deep understanding of industry challenge, ranging from regulatory compliance, digital transformation, and cloud computing to cybersecurity threats, artificial intelligence, competitive pressures, and shifting customer expectation, he brings targeted expertise to the banking and financial sectors. He is committed to delivering excellence through research-driven hiring strategies for addressing the specific needs of banking and financial institutions, global capability centres, fintech companies, capital markets, start-ups, and banking technology firms.