Credentials
Global Swiss Bank, Zurich
Led the implementation of the European Market Infrastructure Regulation (EMIR), and a few other initiatives within the Derivatives Regulatory Reform program, for the Wealth Management Division of a Global Swiss Bank. Collaborated with senior management, and across Front, Risk, IT and Operations departments and booking centers to analyse, plan and implement the various requirements.
Big Four firm, Amsterdam
Set up an internal control department and led the design and implementation of an internal control framework to support the Board's In Control statement. Collaborated with Board members and department heads to document processes, risks and controls and roll-out a periodic risk and control self-assessment process. In addition, worked with consultants to implement a Lean program aimed at achieving operational excellence and continuous improvement within its support organisation.
Global Audit & Advisory firm, Rotterdam
Supported the ISQM 1 team of an international audit, accounting, and advisory firm in designing a firm-wide Quality Management System and evaluating its effectiveness. Partnered with senior leadership across service lines and the group team to assess control effectiveness, while enhancing risk and control awareness through coaching and knowledge sharing.
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Medical Factoring & Software firm, Almere
Served as interim leader of the risk management department, driving the development and implementation of an integrated Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) framework. Acted as project manager for the implementation of a new KYC policy at a healthcare-focused factoring and software company, achieving key milestones within scope and timelines. Directed the 2nd line of defence risk team, providing independent review and advisory on credit risk for both new and existing clients.
Global Swiss Insurance company, Zurich
Seconded for 7 months to the Group Compliance department to manage and support the re-organisation of the global Compliance function. Collaborated with the Group Compliance Officer to design and execute a plan to implement a new Compliance operating model. As the program and operations manager, supported various initiatives aimed at embedding the new Compliance model within the global firm.
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Leading Investment Bank, New York
Provided strategic support of the firm-wide Sarbanes-Oxley program management at a leading Global Investment Bank. Supported the development and co-led the implementation of a strategic risk convergence approach to create a single platform for risk assessment across firm.