Dev Vara Email & Phone Number

I am an ACCA qualified senior Risk & Finance professional with an expertise in risk management within the Financial Services sector. My career reflects a diligent and critical mindset, emphasising a collaborative approach that prioritises successful risk mitigation while considering the perspectives of both internal and external stakeholders. With a meticulous attention to detail for analysing intricate financial scenarios, I have built a strong track record in Reporting and Oversight responsibilities, showcasing an ability to navigate and manage risks effectively in a dynamic and ever-evolving industry.KEY SKILLS• Enterprise risk management and oversight• Stakeholder engagement• Report writing and presentation• Analytical and problem-solving• Business and data analysis• Team leader and mentoring• Financial and management reporting• Asset and liability management (ALM)• Interest Risk and Liquidity Management• MS Office proficientSELECTED ACHIEVEMENTS• Analytical Decision-Making: Developed and executed the Key Risks Indicator report, showcasing analytical thinking and strategic decision-making as part of the Global Risk Simplification programme. This required a strong focus on governance standardisation, business analysis, and project management.• Effective Stakeholder Management: Successfully led the implementation of a separate UK Risk Appetite Statement during the Ring Fence Bank transformation programme, displaying adeptness in managing diverse stakeholder priorities in a high-pressure environment.• Strategic Communication: Embedded strategic executive risk management reports, effectively communicated to Chief Risk Officers and Senior Risk Management Committees, influencing executive decision-making, and aligning with organisational goals.• Collaborative Teamwork: Collaborated extensively with Finance teams to enhance the Enterprise Risk contribution to annual planning processes, demonstrating a strong team-oriented approach and cross-functional collaboration.• Training & Knowledge Transfer: Delivered impactful Risk Strategy training sessions, showcasing excellent training and knowledge transfer skills, enabling middle-management staff to grasp complex risk strategies effectively.• Quantitative Analysis: Successfully implemented entity-level Interest Rate Risk Sensitivity modelling, highlighting strong analytical and quantitative skills essential for risk analysis within the Investment Bank and the Retail Bank.

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  University Of Hertfordshire

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