DEEPAK KANNAN
London
Summary
Accomplished risk management leader with 15 years of deep expertise in regulatory oversight and model strategy management. Proven track record of success in:
- Developing and implementing effective risk management strategies that align with regulatory requirements and organizational objectives
- Managing complex regulatory compliance programs, including conducting risk assessments, developing and implementing policies and procedures, and training staff
- Leading teams of high-performing professionals in developing, maintaining, and enhancing risk management models
Passionate about driving continuous improvement in risk management practices and ensuring organizational resilience to emerging risks.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Vice President
Barclays Bank PLC
02.2023 - Current
- Assess the impact of model and rating system changes on credit risk, prepare and submit regulatory filings as required, and keep management and regulators informed of all changes.
- Identify and analyze new and emerging regulatory requirements, and work closely with internal stakeholders to develop and implement implementation plans.
- Provide expert guidance to risk colleagues and other stakeholders on Basel IV and IRB Credit Risk matters.
- Collaborated with senior management to develop strategic initiatives and long term goals.
- Redesign and optimize regulatory processes to improve efficiency and effectiveness, including updates to relevant policies, standards, and procedures.
Senior Manager
PwC UK
04.2022 - 01.2023
- Assess the impact of prudential regulatory changes and advise clients on how to adapt their businesses to meet new regulatory requirements.
- Lead and manage projects with large Tier 1 investment banks to help them comply with Pillar 1 credit risk and counterparty credit requirements, including regulatory reporting, governance and controls, risk management frameworks, policies and procedures, risk measurement, monitoring, and reporting.
- Develop and deliver regulatory reports and analysis to support sales and marketing activities.
Vice President
Credit Suisse AG
05.2011 - 04.2022
- Expertise in Basel III and Basel IV credit risk concepts and RWA / Capital calculation, with a focus on impact analysis and regulatory changes for key regulated entities.
- Managed ad hoc regulatory and internal Senior Management requests.
- Produced high-quality, board-level written materials that clearly and concisely explained complex messages to Group Leadership, including the Executive Board and Group Board.
- Sponsored various strategic initiatives from a regulatory change perspective, impacting the overall capital footprint of the bank.
- Directed review sessions with key control functions (e.g., Risk) to ensure that designed models aligned with internal and external regulatory frameworks.
- Advocated for various studies with ISDA, IIF, AFME, and GFMA.
- Consistently role modeled high performance for a global team and promoted a culture of excellence.
Deputy Manager
NCDEX
06.2008 - 04.2011
- Developed and implemented a VaR-based margining framework for trading and clearing members to manage market and credit risk.
- Designed and developed two new commodity indices: the Agri Commodity Index (Dhaanya) and the Spot Coal Index.
- Set the margin and position requirements for commodity futures contracts.
Education
MBA - Finance
Institute of ManagementTechnology
India2008
Bachelor of Science - Computer Science Engineering
Anna University
India2006
Skills
- Credit Risk Management
- Counterparty Credit Risk
- Basel 4 Regulations
- Team Building & Leadership
- Project Oversight
- Process Optimization
- Critical Thinking
- Portfolio Management
- Coaching and Mentoring
Timeline
Vice President
Barclays Bank PLC
02.2023 - Current
Senior Manager
PwC UK
04.2022 - 01.2023
Vice President
Credit Suisse AG
05.2011 - 04.2022
Deputy Manager
NCDEX
06.2008 - 04.2011
MBA - Finance
Institute of ManagementTechnology
Bachelor of Science - Computer Science Engineering
Anna University
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