Profile

• Experienced Senior Executive and Director with Broad Expertise in Banking, Compliance, and Regulatory Management
• With over three decades of professional experience, including senior roles within leading banks and consultancy firms, I possess comprehensive expertise in managing complex projects, overseeing high-level functions, and steering strategic initiatives across the financial sector. I am a qualified Bank Clerk (IHK), an alumnus of the Hochschule für Bankwirtschaft, Frankfurt, and Frankfurt School, and hold certifications as a Compliance Manager (University of Augsburg, 2017) and Certified Money Laundering Officer (German Banking Association, 2018).
• Following my departure from the role of Head of Promontory Germany, I am currently at a pivotal juncture?between retirement and the pursuit of a new professional challenge. I bring a wealth of experience in senior leadership, regulatory compliance, and financial crime prevention, complemented by a proven capacity to lead and advise at board level.

Core Competencies and Responsibilities:

• Strategic leadership and management of extensive IT and regulatory transformation projects, including the development of data warehouses, international banking systems, and intricate operational processes
• Responsibility for the leadership and oversight of compliance, AML, and MLRO functions within banking institutions and industry associations
• Conducting high-profile investigations, notably in the context of US remediation procedures and the Paradise Papers affair
• Autonomous management and control of large-scale international projects, with a focus on regulatory compliance and risk mitigation
• Providing executive advisory services to senior management and boards, especially in restructuring compliance frameworks and enhancing operational resilience

Selected Achievements:

• Head of Compliance & Compliance Testing at AIG Europe Ltd, overseeing audit processes and compliance standards
• MLRO and AML Investigator at Consors Bank, instrumental in the harmonisation of AML procedures across Europe
• Conducted targeted investigations for global banks, including review of remediation projects prior to US monitoring and oversight
• Led investigative efforts into the Paradise Papers, delivering critical insights that supported internal resolution

Personal Attributes:

• Strategic thinker with a proven capacity for leadership and independent project management
• Skilled in stakeholder engagement, negotiation, and high-level communication across international financial institutions
• Results-driven professional with a focus on regulatory excellence, operational integrity, and resilience

In summary:

I am a seasoned, senior executive and director with extensive experience in leading strategic projects, managing compliance and AML functions, and conducting critical investigations. With my academic background, professional certifications, and broad industry exposure, I am well-equipped to support organisations in navigating complex regulatory landscapes, implementing robust compliance frameworks, and achieving operational excellence.