Jaidev Iyer

Co-founded and served as CEO of Risk Management Advisory and Software consultancies, specializing in Enterprise & Operational Risk and Regulatory Compliance. Focused on installing and implementing Risk frameworks, Regulatory mandates, and refurbishing Enterprise Risk in modules with accompanying management software.

Served as Managing Director and Global Head of Operational Risk, overseeing major programs in capital, risk appetite, scenario & stress analysis, and regulatory issue management. Played a key role in executive and regulatory committees, contributing to the bank's risk governance.

Evolved risk strategy across various business segments, risk-types, and geographies. Identified, dimensioned, and actively monitored all risks, developing policies, limits, reporting, and escalation mechanisms for C-suite and Board updates.

Directly responsible for customer derivatives across Asia for all asset classes, leading notable innovations in customer solutions. Focused on a range of asset and liability exposures, enhancing client offerings.

Responsible for trading and liquidity operations out of Bahrain, one of Citibank's global trading hubs. Served as a member of the Citibank Global Foreign Exchange and Derivatives Committee (FXDC).

Dimensioned, monitored, and managed all market and traded risks across various financial instruments. Directly managed risk managers in FX, Money, Debt, Equity, Commodity Derivatives, Structured Products, Emerging Markets, and Refinancing Portfolio.

As Managing Director, led business development and risk advocacy, launching several key programs including international certificates and training for risk governance. Actively engaged as a public speaker and chaired global conventions, contributing to the association's influence.

Responsible for Market risk out of Hong Kong, Korea, Taiwan, and the Philippines, following early days as a Trader. Served as Senior Securities Officer for Asia for debt & equity underwriting, trading, and investment, and as a Compliance officer.

Managed and structured derivative products across all asset classes, creating a strong differentiated OTC derivatives business. Led the issuance of structured products, enhancing the bank's offerings in private banking.

Developed and implemented an Operational Risk policy and related processes, evolving an Economic Capital program across businesses and geographies. Prepared the firm for Basel II, securing the first AMA approvals for OR Capital models.

Obtained the Chartered Financial Analyst designation from the CFA Institute. This certification demonstrates expertise in investment analysis and portfolio management.

Completed a Bachelor of Science degree with a focus on Statistics and Economics. This program provided a strong foundation in quantitative analysis and economic principles.

Participated in the Advanced Executive Program (AEP) at Kellogg Graduate School, Northwestern University. This program focused on enhancing executive leadership and strategic decision-making skills.

Completed training in Investment Decisions & Behavioral Finance at the John F. Kennedy School, Harvard University. This program provided insights into psychological factors influencing financial decisions.

Completed training in Strategies for Enhancing Executive Influence at the John F. Kennedy School, Harvard University. This program focused on developing effective leadership and influence strategies.