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Leading the preparation of a complex regulatory document to describe the Group's trading activity wind-down (TWD) capabilities

London Area, United Kingdom

Appointed to project manage the Group’s Resolution Planning agenda. Designed and implemented a resolution planning operating model across 8 business divisions. Oversaw the delivery of the Group’s regulatory submissions to the Bank of England, implementing a 10-workstream program with structured project management governance and tools. Prepared papers and presentations for updates to the Group Board, Group Management Team, and other senior stakeholders. Directed the development of resolution… Show more Appointed to project manage the Group’s Resolution Planning agenda. Designed and implemented a resolution planning operating model across 8 business divisions. Oversaw the delivery of the Group’s regulatory submissions to the Bank of England, implementing a 10-workstream program with structured project management governance and tools. Prepared papers and presentations for updates to the Group Board, Group Management Team, and other senior stakeholders. Directed the development of resolution playbooks, testing strategy, and governance frameworks. Evaluated and introduced technology and processes for managing key regulatory documents. Show less

Canary Wharf, United Kingdom

Appointed to drive UK Operational Continuity in Resolution (OCIR) regulatory compliance, I directed a dynamic portfolio across finance, technology, and legal domains, managing five workstreams. Spearheaded the implementation of tools for critical services data, enhancing recovery and resolution capabilities. Established robust project management governance and planning protocols. As a trusted advisor, led a 30+ member team, guiding effective decision-making. Managed a budget of £8.5 million… Show more Appointed to drive UK Operational Continuity in Resolution (OCIR) regulatory compliance, I directed a dynamic portfolio across finance, technology, and legal domains, managing five workstreams. Spearheaded the implementation of tools for critical services data, enhancing recovery and resolution capabilities. Established robust project management governance and planning protocols. As a trusted advisor, led a 30+ member team, guiding effective decision-making. Managed a budget of £8.5 million, successfully navigating budget challenges. Delivered 2019 and 2020 books of work to surpass regulatory expectations Show less

London

Appointed to steer Recovery & Resolution Planning submissions to European Regulators, I orchestrated the documentation of crisis response plans, ensuring alignment with the bank's resolvability objectives. As the project manager for the 'Group Recovery Plan,' I upheld 'best in class' standards, instilling confidence with regulators. Responsively addressing RRP and 'Living Wills' assessments within the bank's control frameworks, I established a robust project management office to audit, track… Show more Appointed to steer Recovery & Resolution Planning submissions to European Regulators, I orchestrated the documentation of crisis response plans, ensuring alignment with the bank's resolvability objectives. As the project manager for the 'Group Recovery Plan,' I upheld 'best in class' standards, instilling confidence with regulators. Responsively addressing RRP and 'Living Wills' assessments within the bank's control frameworks, I established a robust project management office to audit, track, manage, and coordinate RRP activities. Enhancing the 2nd line of defense function for RRP, I addressed regulatory requirements and internal audit findings. Additionally, I took charge of leading the risk review for the bank's ICAAP submission Show less

London, United Kingdom

Appointed to drive delivery of Ring-Fencing / Structural Reform projects for Barclays Payments, with responsibility for project leadership, defining scope, plans, managing risks, and reporting into UK Regulators. Directed a portfolio of project workstreams, overseeing a team of 40+ and controlling a budget of £3.4m. Collaborated across the business to define project plans and ensure cross-dependencies were managed. Led TOM design processes, duplicating Bacs payments across the bank and… Show more Appointed to drive delivery of Ring-Fencing / Structural Reform projects for Barclays Payments, with responsibility for project leadership, defining scope, plans, managing risks, and reporting into UK Regulators. Directed a portfolio of project workstreams, overseeing a team of 40+ and controlling a budget of £3.4m. Collaborated across the business to define project plans and ensure cross-dependencies were managed. Led TOM design processes, duplicating Bacs payments across the bank and introducing new facilities. Implemented an FPS ‘Bulk Process Redirection Service’ to enhance payment processing efficiencies. Developed a plan for IBAN migration and introduced upgraded USD forex payment clearing structures. Managed activities related to SWIFT and USD clearing for both payments and securities transactions, ensuring alignment with operational and regulatory frameworks. Initiated the early phases of a sort-code separation project, guiding informed ‘C-Level’ decision-making. Show less

Fleet Street

Appointed to develop 'Recovery & Resolution Planning' compliant structures for RBS's Private Wealth Division, I collaborated with partners to define plans for meeting requirements. Demonstrating adaptability in a dynamic environment, I swiftly grasped complex concepts. Leading a team of 50+ across diverse workstreams, I provided crucial data to the Prudential Regulation Authority. Defined Target Operating Model for RRP structures and frameworks, successfully producing detailed resolution plans.… Show more Appointed to develop 'Recovery & Resolution Planning' compliant structures for RBS's Private Wealth Division, I collaborated with partners to define plans for meeting requirements. Demonstrating adaptability in a dynamic environment, I swiftly grasped complex concepts. Leading a team of 50+ across diverse workstreams, I provided crucial data to the Prudential Regulation Authority. Defined Target Operating Model for RRP structures and frameworks, successfully producing detailed resolution plans. Engaged senior managers, fostering commitment and capability to satisfy UK regulators. Coordinated SLAs between Coutts' securities services division and other entities within the RBS group to ensure seamless handling of securities transactions and custody operations under new regulatory frameworks Show less

United Kingdom

Led strategic initiatives as Project Manager, driving the seamless integration of Avaloq banking platform into Banking, Credit, and Treasury areas. Analysed and presented global Treasury strategy opportunities, overseeing core data analysis for Coutts Global dealing and treasury functions across Asia, Switzerland, and the UK. Undertook product management in Credit, liaised with stakeholders, and ensured Division compliance with FSA's Retail Distribution Review regulations. Established key… Show more Led strategic initiatives as Project Manager, driving the seamless integration of Avaloq banking platform into Banking, Credit, and Treasury areas. Analysed and presented global Treasury strategy opportunities, overseeing core data analysis for Coutts Global dealing and treasury functions across Asia, Switzerland, and the UK. Undertook product management in Credit, liaised with stakeholders, and ensured Division compliance with FSA's Retail Distribution Review regulations. Established key treasury metrics database, providing strategic recommendations to the Global Head of Treasury. Successfully managed risks, business readiness, and contingency planning, ensuring a smooth transition to the new platform. Show less

London

Initiated and led strategic business projects, developed and maintained change management capabilities, and provided valuable advice to senior management on strategic change programs. Leading diverse project teams, I ensured timely and accurate delivery of project planning, resourcing, and budget information. In addition to supporting corporate development activities and recruiting personnel, I played a key role as a trusted adviser to senior stakeholders and sponsors.

London, Frankfurt, Zurich

Overseeing a portfolio of Finance, Compliance, and Risk projects, I played a pivotal role in a global initiative to replace the Dresdner Kleinwort Benson private banking operating platform. Leading project teams comprised of Compliance, Risk, and Finance professionals from Dresdner private banks in the UK, Channel Islands, and Switzerland, I acted as the focal point of contact with the UK business. I played a crucial role in communicating business transformation details and its impacts, while… Show more Overseeing a portfolio of Finance, Compliance, and Risk projects, I played a pivotal role in a global initiative to replace the Dresdner Kleinwort Benson private banking operating platform. Leading project teams comprised of Compliance, Risk, and Finance professionals from Dresdner private banks in the UK, Channel Islands, and Switzerland, I acted as the focal point of contact with the UK business. I played a crucial role in communicating business transformation details and its impacts, while also negotiating service level agreements. Additionally, I meticulously planned and led 'go-live' migration activities, contributing to the successful execution of this significant initiative. Show less

London, Channel Islands

In a multifaceted role spanning technology and business projects, I managed front and back-office initiatives, ensuring timely and budget-friendly delivery. Providing regular reporting to the project office, I collaborated with senior stakeholders to monitor project benefits. Key achievements include introducing an efficient process management framework, reducing operational costs, and delivering a pivotal management information system. My project portfolio covered diverse areas, from selling… Show more In a multifaceted role spanning technology and business projects, I managed front and back-office initiatives, ensuring timely and budget-friendly delivery. Providing regular reporting to the project office, I collaborated with senior stakeholders to monitor project benefits. Key achievements include introducing an efficient process management framework, reducing operational costs, and delivering a pivotal management information system. My project portfolio covered diverse areas, from selling new products to managing Kleinwort Benson's MiFID program. I led teams of varying sizes, including virtual teams of over 40 members, and successfully managed budgets up to £1.5 million, ensuring projects stayed within budget constraints. Show less

London, United Kingdom

In a leadership role, successfully merged two separate development teams into a unified, high-performing unit. Over a 5-year period, directed the delivery of over 1200 separate developments. Pioneered and implemented a new system development process, contributing to enhanced operational efficiency.

Worked in Corporate Development developing strategy and managing change inititatives.

Mba, Business

Completed dissertation on Family Office governance, sponsored by The Global Partnership Family Offices

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