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Balsall Common, GB

South Africa

• Customised risk management solutions to mitigate clients' FX/MM risk, aligning with their risk profiles and overarching business strategies.
• Collaborated closely with clients to understand their specific needs and requirements, delivering tailored solutions that effectively addressed their risk exposures.
• Conducted meticulous analysis of market trends and shifts, identifying opportunities to capitalise on emerging trends and generate revenue growth.
• Monitored market conditions, regulatory changes, and emerging risks to ensure clients were well-informed and positioned to navigate market volatility effectively.
• Maintained a proactive approach to risk management, continuously evaluating and refining strategies to mitigate risks and optimise financial outcomes.
• Fostered strong client relationships through proactive engagement and exceptional service delivery, positioning the organisation as a trusted advisor in FX/MM operations.

Durban Area, South Africa

• Oversaw the management of a diverse portfolio with a substantial gross foreign exchange turnover of USD 3 billion.
• Delivered insightful daily analysis to 800 clients, assessing the effects of economic data and global events on currency fluctuations, enabling informed decision-making.
• Produced comprehensive regional management and performance reports, consolidating crucial data to facilitate informed strategic decisions.
• Actively collaborated with key stakeholders within clients’ organisations, providing expert advice and recommendations on optimal hedging strategies.
• Leveraged a wide array of FX, Money Market (MM), and derivative products to mitigate risk effectively.Notable Achievements:
• Spearheaded the adoption of single dealer digital trading platforms, increasing their utilization to 60% of trades within my portfolio, streamlining operations and enhancing efficiency.

South Africa

• Managed the acquisition and disposition of foreign currency and derivative products on behalf of the Bank, maintaining accountability throughout transactions.
• Ensured precise and competitive pricing for all deals to optimise profitability and client satisfaction.
• Conducted monthly/quarterly analysis of customer profiles, including SWOT analysis, to identify trends and opportunities for growth.
• Implemented strategies that led to increased turnover and profitability, while effectively minimising loss exposure.
• Fostered strong client relationships through attentive service and proactive communication, resulting in enhanced client satisfaction and loyalty.

• Orchestrated and managed the Association’s local and offshore financing needs.
• Produced precise daily/monthly cash flow projections, effectively minimising daily funding interest expenses.
• Strategically secured annual peak borrowings of US$150m through call loans and forward rate agreements (FRA’s).
• Skilfully hedged foreign exchange requirements totalling US$250m, surpassing mandated rates.
• Generated timely and accurate reports crucial for implementing strategies to mitigate foreign currency exposure.
• Delivered monthly presentations to the treasury sub-committee, showcasing innovative interest rate hedging concepts.

• Managed interactions with the Bank of England regarding Statistical and Regulatory reporting.
• Compiled comprehensive Inter-company and Treasury reports to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Conducted in-depth analysis of Foreign Country Risk and processed Loan Limit Applications to mitigate risk effectively.

Bcom, Risk Management

Fais, Fais Regulatory Examination, First Level Regulatory Examination: Representatives

Aci Dealing Certificate

National Diploma, Management