Jimmy Seah
Summary
Accomplished Chief Risk Officer with a proven track record at Merrill Lynch International, adept in operational risk management and fostering teamwork. Spearheaded initiatives that significantly enhanced financial stability and mentored teams for superior performance. Expert in leveraging analytical thinking for strategic decision-making, achieving notable risk reduction and portfolio management excellence.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Chief Risk Officer
ZICO Asset Management Pte Ltd
11.2022 - Current
- Presented risk-related findings to executive management and the board of directors, ensuring that key stakeholders are equipped with the information needed to make informed decisions.
- Reduced operational risks by implementing robust risk management frameworks and policies.
- Mentored junior team members to enhance their understanding of complex risk concepts and methodologies, ultimately building a stronger departmental skillset.
- Enhanced financial stability by identifying potential risks and vulnerabilities within the organization.
Partner
Taurus Capital Partners Pte Ltd
06.2005 - 10.2022
- Led a team of 7 professionals to manage a US$300m Asian equities long/short fund
- Long/short exposure managed via variety of derivative instruments like index futures/options
Proprietary Trader
Merrill Lynch International
01.1997 - 03.2005
- Applied thorough due diligence when evaluating potential investments for inclusion in the portfolio based on both quantitative and qualitative factors.
- Managed a diverse portfolio of equity, options, futures, and forex instruments for optimal risk-adjusted returns.
- Drove improvements in pre-trade analytics capabilities leading to more informed decision making on entry/exit points for each position held within the portfolio.
Education
Bachelor Of Science - Mathematics And Economics
University of Michigan
Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA05.1994
Skills
- Operational risk management
- Risk Reporting
- Enterprise risk management
- Liquidity Risk Management
- Capital management
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Relationship and Team Building
- Adaptable and Flexible
- Leadership and People Development
- Analytical and Critical Thinker
- Analytical Thinking
- Crisis Management
Timeline
Chief Risk Officer
ZICO Asset Management Pte Ltd
11.2022 - Current
Partner
Taurus Capital Partners Pte Ltd
06.2005 - 10.2022
Proprietary Trader
Merrill Lynch International
01.1997 - 03.2005
Bachelor Of Science - Mathematics And Economics
University of Michigan
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