RBL Bank has announced a transition in its senior management, with Mr. Rajagopalan R, Head of Internal Audit, set to superannuate on April 30, 2026. Consequently, the Bank has appointed Mr. Navin Sharma as the new Head of Internal Audit, effective May 01, 2026. Mr. Sharma joins the bank with nearly 26 years of extensive experience across prominent banking and financial services institutions.
Senior Management Transition
Following a successful tenure at RBL Bank, Mr. Rajagopalan R will be superannuating from his position as Head of Internal Audit at the close of business hours on April 30, 2026. The Board of Directors has acknowledged his contributions to the institution’s audit and governance framework.
Appointment of New Leadership
To ensure a seamless transition, the Bank has appointed Mr. Navin Sharma to lead the Internal Audit department, effective May 01, 2026. Mr. Sharma brings a wealth of expertise in risk management, audit practices, and compliance. Prior to his new role, he joined the Bank on April 15, 2026, to facilitate a smooth handover.
Background and Expertise
Mr. Navin Sharma is a seasoned professional with nearly 26 years of experience in the banking, insurance, and financial services sectors. His deep expertise spans advanced risk-based audit practices, operational risk management, and business continuity management. Throughout his career, he has held significant roles at major organizations including Bandhan Bank, ICICI Bank, ICICI Prudential Insurance, Fullerton India Credit, and Citigroup Global Services. He is a qualified Chartered Accountant (1999) and holds a BCom degree (1997) from St. Xavier’s College.
Source: BSE
