Ahmad Yasawy
Riyadh
Summary
Goal-driven banking professional with over +10 years of experience well-versed in financial analysis, risk management and economic data analysis with speed and efficiency. Maximizing satisfaction and bank revenue through hands-on service and support, knowledgeable product recommendations and persuasive communication skills.
To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Dealer- Money market & Investments Desk
Arab National Bank
10.2015 - Current
- Monitoring of the Investment desks banking and trading books
- Created financial valuation models utilizing current and historical data to evaluate investment opportunities and assess options for debt reduction
- Research, formulate, and distribute trading information, industry comparisons, and fixed income data to management and the senior committees when required
- Active in mentoring high-potential employees in the truffles training program employees are nominated to undergo advanced training to ensure the trainee is equipped to best utilize their learned skills
- Preparation of the investment desks management reports
- Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to operate independently and collaboratively within a team
- Research, formulate, and distribute trading information, industry comparisons, and fixed income data to management and the senior committees when required
- Generate analytic reports utilizing a variety of tools and systems, including Bloomberg, Reuters, ratings data and other proprietary tools
- Managed daily financial routines, including monitoring liquidity projections for the short and long term, cash flow analysis, and investment activities.
Manager- Internal Control Department
Riyad Bank
07.2014 - 09.2015
- Identification of opportunities for continuous improvement of processes and practices taking into account ‘international best practice’
- Ensured proper implementation of SAMA’s Internal Control regulations & guidelines
- Review, analyze and discuss divisional reports
- Assisted in developing an integrated internal control framework in-order to receive, analyze and report to the Executive Management & the Board on the effectiveness of internal controls established within key divisions
- Provide regular training for divisional controllers, and provide guidance to the divisional controllers for quarterly testing
- Assisted in the preparation of ORMCC and Audit reports.
- Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.
- Developed and maintained relationships with all the stakeholders through account development.
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
- Monitored and analyzed business performance to identify areas of improvement and make necessary adjustments.
Assistant Manager - Fixed Income Desk
Arab National Bank
02.2009 - 06.2014
- Desk duties included monitoring local equities and fund’s portfolio
- Researched Sukuk issuances, attended roadshows and prepared reports
- Identify and leverage investment opportunities by developing innovative trading ideas and making entry into new markets
- Conduct analysis of securities in order to make recommendations regarding investment strategy.
- Completed regular inventory counts to verify stock levels, address discrepancies, and forecast future needs.
- Assisted in organizing and overseeing assignments to drive operational excellence.
- Assisted in developing & maintaining beneficial relationships with different counterparties and departments.
- Mentored team members to enhance professional development and accountability in workplace
- Monitored cash intake and deposit records, increasing accuracy, and reducing discrepancies
- Leveraged data and analytics to make informed decisions and drive business improvements
- Planned, created, tested and deployed system life cycle methodology to produce high quality systems to meet and exceed customer expectations
Client Support Team (Strategic Account Representative)
Invoice Insight
04.2007 - 11.2007
- Created & assisted with allocations, journal entry & interpreting invoices
- Provided senior-level technical support and application training to clients
- Responsible for introducing numerous enhancements to the system.
- Contacted customers to assess satisfaction and current needs.
- Processed client payments and updated accounts.
- Identified and implemented process improvements to maximize efficiency.
- Interpreted financial data to identify trends and opportunities.
I.T. Support Specialist
Presidium Learning
02.2005 - 01.2007
- Provided mid/advanced level I.T
- Support to numerous schools, colleges, governmental institutions and organizations throughout the United States, Canada, Europe, and the Middle East
- Worked with leading e-learning applications including Parature, Blackboard, WebCT, and Illuminate
- Conducted regular application training to both instructors and students.
- Resolved escalated issues by serving as subject matter expert on wide-ranging issues.
- Assisted customers in identifying issues and explained solutions to restore service and functionality.
- Used ticketing systems to manage and process support actions and requests.
Education
MBA. Business Administration & General Management. -
University of Mary Washington
Fredericksburg, VA07.2007
B.S. Business Administration - undefined
Strayer University
Arlington, VA05.2004
Skills
- IT - Windows, Microsoft Office, Reuters, Bloomberg, Murex, OPICS
- Fixed income, Capital markets, Equities, Futures
- Adaptable to variable situations, quick to grasp new concepts and skills
- Able to communicate ideas and opinions clearly and convincingly
- Strong knowledge of financial markets, investment strategies, and debt management
- Managed daily financial routines, including monitoring liquidity projections for the short and long term, cash flow analysis, and investment activities
- Proficiency in assisting with financial reporting, compliance, and supporting treasury-related projects and initiatives
- Team player Creative and innovative problem-solver
- Ability to work under pressure and time constraints
- Ensured compliance with local and international banking regulations, while supporting Texas Instruments' capital management strategy
- Financial product knowledge
- Strong analytical skills
- Interpersonal Skills
- Multitasking Abilities
Relatedcourseworkcertificates
- Money and Banking (Accounting and Finance).
- Financial decision making.
- Contingency planning & Risk Cost analysis.
- Micro and Macro Economics.
- Project Management.
- Human resources and Employment Law.
- Anti-money laundering.
- Economics game theory.
- Organizational theory & design.
- Business Continuity.
- Completed financial courses with the Institute of Banking.
Highesteducation
Master’s (MBA)
Personal Information
- Nationality: Saudi Arabian
- Marital Status: Married
References
Available upon request.
Hobbies and Interests
- Reading
- Horseback riding
- Swimming
- Scuba diving
- Football
Languages
English
Native language
Arabic
Advanced
C1
Timeline
Senior Dealer- Money market & Investments Desk
Arab National Bank
10.2015 - Current
Manager- Internal Control Department
Riyad Bank
07.2014 - 09.2015
Assistant Manager - Fixed Income Desk
Arab National Bank
02.2009 - 06.2014
Client Support Team (Strategic Account Representative)
Invoice Insight
04.2007 - 11.2007
I.T. Support Specialist
Presidium Learning
02.2005 - 01.2007
MBA. Business Administration & General Management. -
University of Mary Washington
B.S. Business Administration - undefined
Strayer University
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