Joseph Yosoon Choi
Stoke D'Abernon,Surrey
Summary
Finance industry leader with extensive experience in investment banking and European operations. Over 25 years of combined expertise in Seoul and London, demonstrating strong leadership and adaptability in diverse environments. Proven track record of achieving results and driving success in complex financial landscapes.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work history
CEO
JYS Consulting
London, Greater London
06.2017 - Current
- Provided strategic advice to real estate investors on acquisitions and asset management in Europe and UK.
- Raised funds for smaller bridging loan specialists in UK to enhance operational capacity.
- Developed business plan to secure investment from Korean VC investors and technology firms.
- Structured financing solutions for media rights of EPL clubs to maximise revenue potential.
Senior Advisor
GCA Asset Management
London, Greater London
01.2016 - 01.2017
- Negotiated project financing contracts in Dubai.
- Provided strategic guidance to fixed income trading team.
Managing Director
NH Investment & Securities
London, Greater London
06.2009 - 11.2015
- Secured sole mandate from UAE sovereign wealth fund for all investment activities in Korea.
- Oversaw EMEA operations for mega-sized Korean financial group.
- Organised international investment conferences and IR meetings to expand client base in Europe.
- Facilitated alternative investments in UK and European renewable energy and public sector projects.
Managing Director
KB Securities
Seoul, London, Korea, UK
05.2001 - 05.2009
- Directed international finance division, managing Eurodollar bond issuance for government and commercial banks.
- Performed global equity research to drive foreign investment into stock markets.
- Worked as equity broker and fixed income trader.
- Coordinated hedge fund distribution with a focus on distressed asset trading.
Education
Master of Business Administration - MBA coursework
City St George's University of London
London 09/1997 - 08/1998
BA and BS - English Literature and International Finance
SungKyunKwan Unviversity
Seoul, Korea 03/1981 - 01/1988
Accomplishments
Awarded twice by the Ministry of Finance Korea.
Languages
English
Fluent
Korean
Native
Others
Vice Chairman of Korean Chamber of Commerce and Industry in UK.
Columnist for Korean media group about UK economy and social affairs.
Military Service for 3 years at USA Army base.
Timeline
CEO
JYS Consulting
06.2017 - Current
Senior Advisor
GCA Asset Management
01.2016 - 01.2017
Managing Director
NH Investment & Securities
06.2009 - 11.2015
Managing Director
KB Securities
05.2001 - 05.2009
Master of Business Administration - MBA coursework
City St George's University of London
09/1997 - 08/1998
BA and BS - English Literature and International Finance
SungKyunKwan Unviversity
03/1981 - 01/1988