Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Languages
Selected Achievements
Timeline
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Marcelo P. Brandão

Luxembourg

Summary

Strategic, risk, and regulatory executive with over 20 years of international leadership experience in global banking, wealth management, and investment platforms. Currently serving as the Head of Risk for JPMorgan SE Private Bank, responsible for developing risk strategies for a portfolio of over $1 trillion in assets. Proven track record in establishing and leading robust second line of defense frameworks, overseeing cross-border risk functions, and ensuring alignment with evolving regulatory mandates from the ECB, CSSF, FCA, and other global supervisory bodies. Recognized as a skilled people leader, adept at building and mentoring high-performing, diverse teams across different regions. Committed to fostering inclusive and collaborative environments that drive accountability and innovation. Demonstrated expertise in influencing cross-functional stakeholders, cultivating regulatory trust, and embedding a positive risk culture that empowers business units while strengthening governance.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Head of Risk, J.P. Morgan SE Private Bank

J.P. Morgan Private Bank
03.2025 - Current
  • Accountable for second line oversight of risk strategy for >$1 trillion AUM across European private banking operations.
  • Leading ECB alignment program and uplift initiatives to meet enhanced supervision requirements.
  • Coordinating cross-entity CROs and regional risk leads to ensure consistent policy application and regulatory readiness.

Global Lead, Sustainability Risk

J.P. Morgan Private Bank
04.2023 - 03.2025
  • Directed ESG and climate risk strategy globally, covering investment and credit risk across jurisdictions.
  • Spearheaded response to evolving sustainability regulations and aligned investment risk processes with ESG standards.
  • Chaired ESG risk governance forums and coordinated across legal, compliance, and risk teams.

Global Lead, Investment Risk

J.P. Morgan Private Bank
11.2020 - 04.2023
  • Led global risk oversight for investment offerings across private banking and wealth platforms.
  • Developed advanced analytics capabilities, improving early warning systems and product onboarding risk assessment.
  • Managed team of 20+ professionals across multiple regions.

Head of EMEA Investment Risk

J.P. Morgan Private Bank
02.2019 - 11.2019
  • Directed onboarding and continuous risk monitoring for EMEA investment strategies.
  • Promoted to global leadership within a year.

Senior Program Lead, Enterprise Risk (SSTP)

Credit Suisse
12.2016 - 10.2018
  • Built and led a CHF 300M stress testing program adopted as best practice by European regulators.
  • Oversaw 7 enterprise-wide stress scenarios and embedded strategic forecasting tools.

Head of Strategic Risk, Wealth & Asset Management

Credit Suisse
10.2014 - 11.2016
  • Rebuilt risk frameworks post-leadership transition and strengthened liquidity oversight.
  • Achieved 'exceed expectations' ratings across consecutive cycles.

Education

Master’s Degree - Chemical Engineering

Centro Universitário do Instituto Mauá de Tecnologia

Skills

  • Global Risk & Regulatory Strategy
  • ECB, CSSF, FCA Regulatory Engagement
  • Second Line of Defense Oversight

  • ESG & Sustainability Risk Leadership
  • Teamwork and collaboration

Certification

  • Financial Risk Manager (FRM)
  • Certificate in Quantitative Finance (CQF)
  • CFA Certificate in ESG Investing

Languages

English
Portuguese

Selected Achievements

  • Led strategic ECB readiness efforts at JPMorgan SE, aligning with enhanced regulatory standards.
  • Delivered risk inputs to firmwide sustainability strategy across investment and lending platforms.
  • Successfully presented risk management strategy to regulators in EU and UK.
  • Championed integration of machine learning in early warning systems for investment products.

Timeline

Head of Risk, J.P. Morgan SE Private Bank

J.P. Morgan Private Bank
03.2025 - Current

Global Lead, Sustainability Risk

J.P. Morgan Private Bank
04.2023 - 03.2025

Global Lead, Investment Risk

J.P. Morgan Private Bank
11.2020 - 04.2023

Head of EMEA Investment Risk

J.P. Morgan Private Bank
02.2019 - 11.2019

Senior Program Lead, Enterprise Risk (SSTP)

Credit Suisse
12.2016 - 10.2018

Head of Strategic Risk, Wealth & Asset Management

Credit Suisse
10.2014 - 11.2016

Master’s Degree - Chemical Engineering

Centro Universitário do Instituto Mauá de Tecnologia
Marcelo P. Brandão