Christiana Panteli
Credit Risk Regional Lead
Thessaloniki,Chortiaths
Summary
Economist and MBA graduate with a strong background in credit risk analysis and business development. Demonstrated success in conducting financial assessments, refining risk strategies, and collaborating effectively across cross-functional teams. Committed to continuous improvement, data-driven financial analysis, and lifelong learning. Experienced in multinational environments with proven ability to communicate and partner with global stakeholders.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
3
3
Languages
Work History
Credit Risk Regional Lead
Pfizer Inc.
10.2025 - Current
- Develop and execute credit risk strategies across Europe for a strategic Pfizer customer portfolio.
- Enhance operational efficiency by identifying process gaps and implementing targeted improvements.
- Define and monitor performance metrics to drive continuous improvement across the regional team.
- Advise Finance and Commercial teams on credit decisions, collaborating with global stakeholders on order release, credit limits, and risk classifications.
- Ensure full compliance with the Global Credit Insurance Program and maintain strong regulatory and control standards.
- Guide and support Credit Risk Global Analysts to strengthen risk assessments and mentor junior colleagues in daily operations.
Credit risk analyst
Pfizer Inc.
04.2024 - 10.2025
- Conducted financial assessments to evaluate customer creditworthiness across Europe and the AFME region.
- Managed core credit risk activities, including credit limits, risk classes, exposure monitoring, credit holds, and order releases.
- Implemented and optimized credit risk mitigation tools, including credit insurance, in full alignment with policy standards.
- Built strong regional expertise in Europe and AFME to tailor credit risk strategies to market dynamics.
- Partnered with Collections, Compliance, and Commercial teams to streamline processes, resolve escalations, and ensure policy compliance.
Project Executive
IN-VR
11.2023 - 04.2024
- Identify and target potential clients for business development.
- Drive sales efforts to achieve targets and contribute to revenue growth.
- Offer consulting services for process enhancement and efficiency.
Administrative intern
REGION OF CENTRAL MACEDONIA, FINANCIAL COMMITTEE
03.2023 - 05.2023
- Trained in the administrative procedures of the Financial Committee.
- Composed and conducted Committee decisions and the legal framework of Regional services.
- Been part of the decision-making process & Participated in the board meetings of the Financial Committee (analyzing, reviewing financial policies, and assisting in budget management).
International Fair, Information center
01.2019 - 01.2023
- I actively contribute as part of the information center and the cashier.
Education
High School Diploma -
Collège De La Salle
Thessaloniki06.2019
MBA - Marketing
University of Nicosia
Cyprus02.2025
BSC DEGREE - Business Administration, marketing and organizational administration
University of Macedonia
Thessaloniki06.2023
Skills
- Microsoft Office
- Financial Statement Analysis
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Analytical thinking
- SAP
- PowerBI
Certification
Microsoft Office "ECDL"
Training
- Debate Competition, 2nd Pilot School, 2014, 2015
- Reading Competition, Anatolia College, 2016, 2017
- Modele Francophone International des Nations Unies (MFINUE), Grenoble, 2017
- Pan-European Conference, Europahaus, Bad Marienberg, 2017
Timeline
Credit Risk Regional Lead
Pfizer Inc.
10.2025 - Current
Credit risk analyst
Pfizer Inc.
04.2024 - 10.2025
Project Executive
IN-VR
11.2023 - 04.2024
Administrative intern
REGION OF CENTRAL MACEDONIA, FINANCIAL COMMITTEE
03.2023 - 05.2023
International Fair, Information center
01.2019 - 01.2023
High School Diploma -
Collège De La Salle
MBA - Marketing
University of Nicosia
BSC DEGREE - Business Administration, marketing and organizational administration
University of Macedonia