Cologne Bonn Region
Experienced Operational Risk Manager specializing in proprietary trading, financial risk modeling, and process automation. I bring a diverse background in risk management, process optimization, and data-driven decision-making, with a focus on identifying, mitigating, and preventing financial risks in the proprietary trading and fintech sectors. My journey began with an industrial engineering foundation and an electronics technician apprenticeship (completed in 2019), which cultivated my analytical and problem-solving skills. From 2019 to 2023, I worked across Australia, where I developed a strong passion for risk management and financial markets. This led to my current role as Operational Risk Manager at ThinkCapital, a ThinkMarkets project, where I oversee risk strategy for the firm's prop trading division. Key Areas of Expertise: - Proprietary Trading Risk Management – Implementing scalable risk frameworks to stabilize pass rates, payouts, and mitigate predatory trading. - Trading Analytics & Optimization – Collaborating with risk and dealing desk teams to refine trading conditions and develop an alpha strategy. - Process Automation & CRM Integration – Designing automated workflows and client communications to improve operational efficiency. - Risk Modeling & Data Science Collaboration – Working with Quant & Data Science teams to refine models, create insightful risk reports, and improve book performance. - Business Continuity & Crisis Management – Ensuring risk preparedness, operational resilience, and crisis response strategies. I am committed to continuous learning, strategic risk innovation, and building resilient, scalable solutions for dynamic trading environments. My approach is grounded in integrity, problem-solving, and a data-driven mindset, ensuring sustainable growth and risk mitigation. Always open to discussions about trading risk, fintech automation, and strategic process improvements. Let’s connect!
Overseeing risk management for ThinkCapital, the proprietary trading arm of ThinkMarkets, with a focus on scalable risk frameworks, process automation, and trading optimization to enhance stability and long-term sustainability. Key Responsibilities & Achievements: Designed and implemented all current risk management procedures, stabilizing payout rates and pass rates by controlling toxic and predatory trading strategies. Work closely with the risk and dealing desk teams to assess and optimize trading conditions, improving book performance and developing an alpha strategy. Automated workflows and client communications within the CRM, improving operational efficiency and response times. Conducted product risk analysis and financial modeling on existing and new products, ensuring risk exposure remains controlled and sustainable. Lead the risk and risk operations team, acting as the Subject Matter Expert (SME) on all prop risk-related topics within the firm. Collaborate with Quant and Data Science teams to enhance risk models, trading analytics, and develop insightful reporting to track company health and trading performance. Manage risk profiling of the customer base, ensuring tailored risk controls to prevent exploitation while maintaining a competitive trading environment. Support Business Continuity Management (BCM) and crisis management, ensuring operational resilience and compliance with internal risk policies. By integrating data-driven risk strategies, process automation, and proactive trading oversight, I help ThinkCapital maintain a sustainable, controlled, and scalable risk environment that balances profitability with risk mitigation.
As the Founder & Director of F&M Strategies Ltd, I oversee risk management consulting, strategic advisory services, and business efficiency improvements for companies in the proprietary trading, fintech, and startup sectors. Key Responsibilities & Focus Areas: Risk Management & Advisory – Developing scalable risk frameworks, stabilizing payout structures, and mitigating toxic trading behaviors. Process Automation & Optimization – Implementing workflow automation, CRM integration, and operational efficiency improvements. Business Strategy & Growth Consulting – Helping startups and established firms scale intelligently while maintaining financial stability. Financial & Product Risk Analysis – Conducting risk profiling, financial modeling, and trading analytics to support data-driven decision-making. Data & Market Insights – Collaborating with Quant & Data Science teams to enhance risk models, reports, and performance tracking. Business Continuity & Crisis Management – Ensuring operational resilience and compliance with best practices. At F&M Strategies Ltd, I combine deep industry expertise with innovative risk solutions, ensuring that businesses can grow sustainably while navigating uncertainty with confidence.
As an Operational Risk Manager, I was responsible for overseeing the operational risk management of seven firms under Easton Tech Consulting, ensuring compliance, efficiency, and risk mitigation across multiple entities. I successfully led risk assessment initiatives, managed audit teams, and implemented process improvements to strengthen operational resilience. My role involved crafting counteracting memos, developing risk mitigation protocols, and refining workflows to eliminate inefficiencies and enhance risk monitoring frameworks. I specialized in crypto risk assessment, AML risk management, and fraud detection, identifying vulnerabilities and implementing strategies to safeguard client interests. By systematically analyzing and improving processes, I contributed to strengthening internal controls, enhancing compliance measures, and optimizing operational structures. Managing risk across multiple firms required a strategic, data-driven approach, allowing me to implement tailored solutions that improved overall business integrity and decision-making.
Primary focus on risk identification, risk prevention, and crisis management within the business while assisting with process automatization to bring this company to the next level! Handling high-risk clients and investigating fraudulent contractors and fraud attempts towards the company, maintaining vendor relations, and collaborating with other teams to accelerate innovation while assisting in day to day operations. Keeping track of operating events and implementing procedures to prevent them from happening in the future.
Primary focus on risk identification, risk prevention, and crisis management within the business while assisting with process automatization to bring this company to the next level! Handling high-risk clients and investigating fraudulent contractors and fraud attempts towards the company, maintaining vendor relations, and collaborating with other teams to accelerate innovation.
As a traveling Maintenance Technician, I provided independent maintenance services across Australia, leveraging my German electrical license to specialize in electrical work, carpentry, and building/construction. Working across diverse projects, I developed strong problem-solving skills and a hands-on approach to complex repairs and installations. During this time, I also pursued self-directed studies in day trading and financial markets, preparing for my next professional transition into the fintech and risk management space. This period allowed me to hone technical expertise while expanding my knowledge of financial systems and market strategies, setting the foundation for my future career in finance.