Donald Varcoe, Executive Director Finance Strategic Transformation

Donald Varcoe

Executive Director Finance Strategic Transformation

Standrad Chartered Bank

Lieu
Émirats Arabes Unis - Dubaï
Éducation
Master, Business Management (MBA)
Expérience
17 years, 1 Mois

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Expériences professionnelles

Total des années d'expérience :17 years, 1 Mois

Executive Director Finance Strategic Transformation à Standrad Chartered Bank
  • Singapore
  • Je travaille ici depuis juin 2019

Dynamic and results-driven Executive Director with over 20 years of experience leading cross-functional teams in the successful delivery of complex programs aligned with organizational strategies. A versatile background that spans Front Office operations (former Trader), Finance, Treasury, Risk, Technology, Operations and Regulatory Compliance transformations, both as a change agent and in line capacity roles.

Proven track record partnering with Executives and Senior Management in developing and executing strategic initiatives that drive operational efficiency, foster innovation, and spur organizational growth. Expertise in project management methodologies, adept at stakeholder engagement, building inclusive cross functional teams and skilled in budgetary management. Dedicated to cultivating collaborative work environments and consistently delivering high-quality business outcomes.

Seeking to apply extensive experience and leadership acumen to drive impactful change within a forward-thinking organization.

Group Compliance Program Manager (Consultant) à HSBC
  • Royaume Uni - London
  • septembre 2017 à juin 2018

* Led regulatory and compliance remediation for the NFA regulatory examination under Dodd-Frank Act Swap Dealer regulation standards.

* Provided strategic guidance for NFA regulatory examinations, ensuring adherence to regulatory standards.

* Implemented initiatives enhancing pricing transparency across diverse banking products, improving customer awareness and satisfaction.

Group Compliance, Program Manager FM (Consultant) à HSBC
  • Royaume Uni - London
  • mars 2016 à mars 2017

* Led Initiatives for Pricing Transparency: Initiated and successfully implemented strategies aimed at enhancing pricing transparency across diverse banking products and markets.

* Strategic Development and Execution: Developed and executed comprehensive strategies to improve customer awareness and understanding of pricing structures, fostering trust and satisfaction.

* Cross-functional Collaboration: Collaborated effectively with Global Markets, Banking, Treasury, Retail, and Wealth teams to align pricing strategies with client expectations and market trends.

* Integrated Pricing Model (MMM): Introduced and embedded the MMM model into the banking operating model, streamlining the process for client engagement.

* Empowered Clients: Implemented robust communication channels and created educational materials to provide clients with clear insights into pricing methodologies and benefits.

* Continuous Improvement: Monitored and evaluated the effectiveness of transparency initiatives, driving continuous improvement and enhancing customer-centric solutions.

Program Manager Risk Analytics (Consultant) à Barclays Capital
  • Royaume Uni - London
  • janvier 2015 à janvier 2016

* Oversaw risk analytics initiatives within Retail and Wealth Credit Risk and Asset Liability Management (ALM) modelling.

* Developed and maintained predictive models critical for decision-making and credit management.

* Improved decision-making accuracy and efficiency through integration of predictive analytics into credit sanctioning processes.

Director, Group Treasury Head of Change à Royal Bank of Scotland
  • Royaume Uni - London
  • janvier 2006 à décembre 2014

* Directed the Global Treasury program, managing a team of 80 resources with an annual budget of approximately £50 million.

* Led end-to-end delivery of initiatives, optimizing resource allocation and achieving significant benefits realization whilst materially enhancing data quality and operational capabilities.

* Spearheaded the delivery of a new strategic sub-ledger and treasury toolkit to the Group and Countries exceeding the business case and benefits case within the 5-yr duration

Éducation

Master, Business Management (MBA)
  • à University Of Dubuque
  • décembre 2022

Executive Masters of Business Administration

Diplôme supérieur, Applied Finance and Investment (PGD)
  • à Securities Institute of Australia
  • juin 2005

Finance and Investment application and theory

Baccalauréat, Banking And Finance (BA)
  • à Charles Sturt University
  • octobre 2000

Bachelors with a Double Major in (1) Finance and Accounting plus (2) Banking

Specialties & Skills

Critical Chain Project Management
Team Building
Executive Briefings
Transformation
Project Management
Business Strategy
Program Management
Collaboration
Strategic Transformation
Stakeholder Management
Vendor Procurement and Management
Critical Thinking
Problem Solving
Strategic Planning
Issue Management
Project Agile Methodologies
Process Improvement
Communication
Operating Model Optimization
Business Case - Structure and Presentation
Presentation Skills
Leadership
Microsoft Office
Data Quality

Langues

Anglais
Langue Maternelle

Formation et Diplômes

Certified Scrum Master (CSM) (Certificat)
Date de la formation:
February 2023
Project Management Professional (PMP) (Certificat)
Date de la formation:
February 2023
Valide jusqu'à:
February 2026

Loisirs

  • Swimming
  • Golfing
  • Rugby Union