Emma Chapman
Djursholm
Summary
Accomplished professional with expertise in operational and financial leadership, cross-functional team management, and strategic planning and execution. Demonstrated success in risk, governance, and compliance, coupled with strong stakeholder engagement skills. Proven track record in business development and growth, driving organisational success through innovative strategies.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work history
Head of Business Development
Ulster Bank
Dublin
2011.01 - 2011.12
- Established new business development function, creating significant new client pipeline
- Led strategic engagement with Tier 1 intermediaries across key professional sectors
Director, Institutional & International Banking
Ulster Bank
Dublin
2015.01 - 2019.01
- Led team managing €1.5bn in deposits, €200m in lending, and €20m in annual income
- Developed Ulster Bank’s FDI strategy, resulting in substantial international business growth
- Oversaw international banking relationships (IBOS) and executed cross-border transactions
- Built and coached a high-performing team aligned with strategic objectives
Relationship Director, Corporate Coverage
Ulster Bank
Dublin
2012.01 - 2015.01
- Managed €500m portfolio across sectors including retail, private equity, and manufacturing
- Structured €500m project finance for Ireland’s first energy-from-waste facility
- Represented Ulster Bank as regional lead for 'Business Women Can'
Senior Manager, Healthcare
Ulster Bank
Dublin
2007.01 - 2010.01
- Grew healthcare portfolio to €250m, leading lending to tax-structured nursing home and hospital projects
- Managed full income and credit responsibility, including oversight of two client managers
Senior Manager, Corporate Banking
KBC Bank
Dublin
2002.01 - 2007.01
- Managed €1bn loan book across Irish PLCs and semi-states
- Structured syndicated and bilateral facilities for clients across shipping, manufacturing and energy
Financial Controller Consultant
Sydney
2000.01 - 2002.01
- Held interim finance roles across insurance, property and transport sectors
Audit Senior
Mazars
Dublin
1995.01 - 2000.01
- Led audit teams for a variety of domestic and international clients
Education
Qualified Financial Adviser (QFA) -
Irish Banking Institute
MBA - Finance
Chartered Accountants Ireland
MBA - Banking
Irish Banking Institute
Advanced Diploma - Taxation
Irish Taxation Institute
Fellow Chartered Accountant (FCA) -
Chartered Accountants Ireland
DublinSkills
- Operational & Financial Leadership
- Cross-Functional Team Management
- Strategic Planning & Execution
- Risk, Governance & Compliance
- Stakeholder Engagement
- Business Development & Growth
Accomplishments
- Chaired high-profile events including CPA Women in Business.
- Developed and implemented Ulster Bank’s national business development strategy.
- Integrated 150 business clients into the corporate division during restructure.
- Published articles and represented Ulster Bank in the US and Europe.
Custom
- Skiing
- Tennis
- Padel
- Fitness
- Quality time with family
Affiliations
- Skiing, tennis, padel, fitness, and quality time with family
Timeline
Director, Institutional & International Banking
Ulster Bank
2015.01 - 2019.01
Relationship Director, Corporate Coverage
Ulster Bank
2012.01 - 2015.01
Head of Business Development
Ulster Bank
2011.01 - 2011.12
Senior Manager, Healthcare
Ulster Bank
2007.01 - 2010.01
Senior Manager, Corporate Banking
KBC Bank
2002.01 - 2007.01
Financial Controller Consultant
2000.01 - 2002.01
Audit Senior
Mazars
1995.01 - 2000.01
MBA - Finance
Chartered Accountants Ireland
MBA - Banking
Irish Banking Institute
Advanced Diploma - Taxation
Irish Taxation Institute
Qualified Financial Adviser (QFA) -
Irish Banking Institute
Fellow Chartered Accountant (FCA) -
Chartered Accountants Ireland