Yasir Ateeq
Agricultural Economist | Agribusiness Finance | Agricultural Marketing
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About
Agricultural Economist and Agribusiness Finance Professional with 6+ years of experience spanning agricultural marketing, rural credit analysis, farm loan risk assessment and agricultural portfolio management. Currently serving as Agriculture Marketing Officer at MCB Bank Limited, following 5+ years as a Mobile Credit Officer at Zarai Taraqiati Bank Limited (ZTBL). Specialized in agricultural lending, farm financial analysis, marketing of agri-finance products, and economic evaluation of farm enterprises.
Seeking an employer-sponsored role in agribusiness finance, agricultural economics, or agricultural marketing.
Experience
Agriculture Marketing Officer (AMO) - MCB Bank Limited
(2026-05)
One of Pakistan's largest commercial banks — driving agricultural finance growth and market outreach across the assigned territory.
- Marketing and promotion of MCB's agricultural finance products and services to farmers, agribusinesses, and rural enterprises within the designated area.
- Identifying and onboarding new agricultural clients; conducting initial financial assessments and guiding applicants through the loan origination process.
- Building and maintaining strong relationships with farming communities, input suppliers, and local agricultural stakeholders to expand the bank's agri-finance portfolio.
- Collaborating with credit and operations teams to ensure smooth loan disbursement, compliance with regulatory requirements, and timely documentation.
- Monitoring market trends, crop cycles, and agri-commodity developments to inform outreach strategies and client advisory services.
Mobile Credit Officer (MCO) - Zarai Taraqiati Bank Limited (ZTBL)
(2020-01 - 2026-05)
Pakistan's foremost agricultural development bank — managed a PKR 200M+ credit portfolio across crop and livestock enterprises.
- Conducted agricultural credit risk assessments for farm and SME loans; managed an agricultural credit portfolio exceeding PKR 200 million across crop and livestock enterprises.
- Evaluated farm cash flows, land productivity, and repayment capacity to support sustainable and sound lending decisions.
- Improved loan recovery performance by actively managing delinquent portfolios and restructuring credit plans for at-risk borrowers.
- Verified land ownership and collateral using digital land registry systems, ensuring full compliance with lending regulations.
- Prepared credit risk and performance reports for senior management, enabling data-driven portfolio decisions.
Operations Executive - PROMARK Services Pvt. Ltd.
(2019-04 - 2019-12)
- Oversaw operational and analytical projects for domestic and international clients, ensuring timely and accurate deliverables.
- Conducted research reports and ensured data accuracy through rigorous verification and submission processes.
- Liaised with clients to coordinate deliverables and streamline communication workflows.
Research Intern - Agriculture Department, Government of Punjab
(2016-02 - 2016-05)
- Assisted in developing PC-I project documents through data collection and economic analysis.
- Supported policy formulation through research, documentation, and program performance evaluation.
Education
M.Sc. (Hons.) - Agricultural Economics - University of Agriculture, Faisalabad (2016 - 2018)
B.Sc. (Hons.) - Agricultural & Resource Economics - University of Agriculture, Faisalabad (2012 - 2016)
Intermediate (F.Sc. Pre-Medical) - District Public School & College Okara (BISE Lahore) (2010 - 2012)
Secondary School Certificate (Matric) - District Public School & College Okara (BISE Lahore) (2008 - 2010)

