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Alexey Djafarov

Risk Manager
Adliswil

Summary

Accomplished Risk Manager with over 12 years of experience, including 2 years in the dynamic crypto markets. Proven expertise in strategic planning and implementing robust risk management frameworks within both traditional banking and cutting-edge digital asset environments. Adept at developing and executing risk mitigation policies, ensuring regulatory compliance, and establishing clear procedures for risk assessment, prevention, and containment. Recognized for fostering a risk-aware culture, training cross-functional teams, and creating modern risk management models. Known for delivering high-quality results and maintaining strict control standards, I excel in aligning risk management strategies with organizational goals to enhance overall risk posture.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
15
15
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Senior Risk Manager

Bitcoin Suisse AG
06.2022 - Current
  • Led the Risk Management stream within Project Surge, ensuring banking-grade compliance.
  • Updated risk taxonomy and contributed to the development of the Enterprise Risk Management Framework (ERMF).
  • Created and presented the Risk Appetite Framework and Statement to Senior Management and the Board.
  • Ensured alignment of the Risk Management & Control concept within the Internal Control System (ICS).
  • Designed a Risk Control Matrix (RCM) and initiated the Liquidity Risk Policy.
  • Optimized company structure and committee functions within the governance stream.
  • Trained and mentored risk champions across various departments.
  • Conducted custody risk assessments and proposed mitigation strategies.
  • Facilitated cross-functional collaboration to embed proactive risk management.

Market Risk Manager

Gazprombank (Switzerland) Ltd
02.2012 - 05.2022
  • Developed and implemented the risk framework for digital assets including successful approval from FINMA.
  • Developed the market and liquidity risk framework including internal policies and reports.
  • Supervised the implementation of new products and services (NPS process) and ensured that related risks are addressed in the risk-specific frameworks.
  • Consulted crypto projects with detailed knowledge and experience regarding cryptocurrencies and Blockchain technology.
  • Implemented the methodology for calculation of new regulatory risk figures (e.g. standardized approach for the measurement of counterparty credit exposure).
  • Established suitable risk figures, stress tests and limits for liquidity and market risks.

Data Migration Specialist

Frankfurter Bankgesellschaft (Schweiz) AG
11.2011 - 12.2011
  • Support the direct migration of data
  • Test the new system after the migration process as well as the resulting data to find errors and/or points of corruption

Data Migration Analyst

RBS Coutts Bank Ltd.
11.2010 - 05.2011
  • Scrutinizing of Documents and identifying discrepancies. Performing Employer verification and customer verification.
  • Identify Product and policy scheme and apply them during processing.

Accountant; Assistant

KAZIMEX AG
12.2009 - 12.2010
  • Processing of incoming and outgoing electronic payments
  • Ensuring pre-control and appropriate booking of payments
  • Transaction processing
  • Administrative services

Trainee

AIG Private Banking
06.2008 - 08.2008
  • Securities Administration in Income Business
  • Private Banking Latin America and Special Clients
  • Trading & Treasury

Education

Technical Analysis

Chartered Market Technicians Association (CMT)
05.2019 - Current

Bachelor of Arts - Business Information Technology

School of Management And Law (ZHAW)
Winterthur
09.2013 - 03.2017

Banking & Finance

University of Zurich
Zurich
09.2007 - 10.2010

Economics & Law

Kantonsschule Enge
Zurich
09.2003 - 05.2007

Skills

  • Risk Management
  • Strategic Planning
  • Regulatory Compliance
  • Digital Assets
  • Project Management
  • Training & Mentorship
  • Financial Markets
  • Technical Analysis
  • Data Analysis

Software

VBA Excel / SQL

Avaloq

Metatrader 4/5

Bloomberg

Reuters

Python; C#

Accomplishments

    Pioneered Risk Management Framework for Digital Assets:

    Developed one of the first comprehensive risk management frameworks for digital assets in the banking industry, resulting in successful FINMA approval and setting new industry standards.

    Led Successful Crypto Projects:

    Consulted on various crypto projects, leveraging in-depth knowledge of cryptocurrencies and blockchain technology to guide successful implementations and risk management strategies.

    Optimized Liquidity and Market Risk Management:

    Established comprehensive market and liquidity risk frameworks, including internal policies, stress tests, and risk limits, resulting in improved risk monitoring and control.

    Mentored and Trained Risk Champions:Trained and mentored risk champions across different departments, enhancing their skills and ensuring effective risk management practices throughout the organization.

Languages

German
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
English
Advanced (C1)
Russian
Advanced (C1)
French
Elementary (A2)

Timeline

Senior Risk Manager

Bitcoin Suisse AG
06.2022 - Current

Technical Analysis

Chartered Market Technicians Association (CMT)
05.2019 - Current

Bachelor of Arts - Business Information Technology

School of Management And Law (ZHAW)
09.2013 - 03.2017

Market Risk Manager

Gazprombank (Switzerland) Ltd
02.2012 - 05.2022

Data Migration Specialist

Frankfurter Bankgesellschaft (Schweiz) AG
11.2011 - 12.2011

Data Migration Analyst

RBS Coutts Bank Ltd.
11.2010 - 05.2011

Accountant; Assistant

KAZIMEX AG
12.2009 - 12.2010

Trainee

AIG Private Banking
06.2008 - 08.2008

Banking & Finance

University of Zurich
09.2007 - 10.2010

Economics & Law

Kantonsschule Enge
09.2003 - 05.2007
Alexey DjafarovRisk Manager