Margaret Ismond
Micoud,St Lucia
Summary
An organized and resilient project manager who works well in complex and knowledge-based environments to meet tight deadlines. My collaboration skills, ability to understand and work with people, and eagerness to learn are some of my strongest assets as a professional. A keen learner, analytical problem solver, able to lead and connect teams, and add value by identifying and sharing best practices.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Investment Manager
Abrdn
London, UK
10.2019 - 10.2023
- As process lead, consulted and collaborated with teams within my department and across our company to optimize resources, share best practices and provide more streamlined investment process.
- As quant analyst and problem solver created innovative quantitative solutions to drive idea generation across multiple asset classes.
- Worked with specialist teams to produce creative and strategically important tools to aid investment.
Investment Risk Manager
Abrdn
London, UK
11.2018 - 10.2019
- Maintained full knowledge of current regulatory environment and made proactive adjustments to meet changing requirements.
- Assessed client asset portfolios to maximize return on investment.
- Evaluated investment performance, recommending adaptations to maximize profit.
- Used expert knowledge of investment markets to create profitable financial strategies.
- Conducted technical risk analysis, collaborating with technical leadership in accepting identified risks.
- Maintained clear communication across projects, monitoring and following up on critical escalations.
- Reported KPIs to department heads for cash-flow management, adjusting credit risk policies and procedures accordingly.
Portfolio Risk & Performance Manager
Oakam Ltd
London, UK
09.2017 - 05.2018
- Drafted procedural statements and risk guidelines for company-wide use.
- Collaborated with management to develop and implement Key Performance Indicators, improving productivity and growth in line with key business objectives.
- Highlighted performance issues to stem losses and enable aligned tracking with current lending plans.
- Collated performance data to create reports and dashboards identifying weaknesses and opportunities.
Consultant Quantitative Analyst
QVestor
London, UK
05.2017 - 08.2017
- Analyzed data and information to identify key investment trends and create portfolio strategies
- Engaged with stakeholders to build relationships and brand awareness.
- Leveraged strategic networking to create new business opportunities.
Emerging Market Strategist
TD Securities
London, UK
10.2016 - 04.2017
- Identified factors in social, political and economic trends with potential policy impacts.
- Conducted research on Emerging Markets to guide sales and provide daily market commentary
- Monitored and reported on ongoing projects to help achieve departmental targets.
- Led cross-functional teams and allocated resources to achieve project milestones ahead of schedule.
- Coordinated strategic planning activities based on current data.
Lead Quantitative Analyst
Schroders Investment Management
London, UK
02.2007 - 06.2016
- Analyzed complex data sets and studied impacts on global markets, identified idiosyncratic issues in key Emerging markets
- Drafted procedure manuals, work definitions and standard operating procedures for all in house quant models
- Coordinated high-volume workflow to complete simultaneous high-value and projects.
- Leveraged qualitative and quantitative analysis tools to assess data to create profitable investment startegies
Education
Project Management - Project Management
PMP
London, UK 12.2023 -
CISI – UK Financial Regulation - Investment Management
FCA
London, UK 12.2016 - 01.2017
Financial Risk Manager (FRM) - Risk Management
GARP
London, UK 11.2014 - 11.2015
Macro Drivers of Asset Performance and Global TAA Strategy - Asset Management
London Financial Studies
London,UKInvestment Management Certificate (IMC) - Investment Management
CFA
London, UkMSc Financial Mathematics - Financial Mathematics
Warwick Business School
Coventry, UK 08.2005 - 10.2006
BSc Mathematics and Chemistry - Natural Sciences
University of The West Indies
St. Michael, Barbados 08.1996 - 05.1999
Skills
- Project Management
- Adaptability
- Process Improvement
- Team Leadership
- Quantitative Modelling
- Problem Solving
- MATLAB, VBA, SQL
- Bloomberg, DataStream, Haver Analytics
- APT, RiskMetrics, Charles River, FactSet
- Advanced MICROSOFT OFFICE SKILLS
Affiliations
- ● Founder Micoud Diaspora Committee, January 2024 ● Founder Micoud UK Committee Charity, London, 2015. ● Events Coordinator MUKC Jounen Kweyol Family Fun Day, London, 2015 ● Member of Lifeline Netball Club, London 2010 – present. ● Hackney Schools Mentoring Programme, London 2009 - 2010 ● President of the Micoud District Youth and Sports Council, St Lucia 1994-1996 and 1999-2002 ● Captain UWI Cave Hill Campus, Combined Territories Female Football team 1997-1999 ● Shadow Minister for Agriculture during St Lucia Youth Parliament 1994
Timeline
Project Management - Project Management
PMP
12.2023 -
Investment Manager
Abrdn
10.2019 - 10.2023
Investment Risk Manager
Abrdn
11.2018 - 10.2019
Portfolio Risk & Performance Manager
Oakam Ltd
09.2017 - 05.2018
Consultant Quantitative Analyst
QVestor
05.2017 - 08.2017
CISI – UK Financial Regulation - Investment Management
FCA
12.2016 - 01.2017
Emerging Market Strategist
TD Securities
10.2016 - 04.2017
Financial Risk Manager (FRM) - Risk Management
GARP
11.2014 - 11.2015
Lead Quantitative Analyst
Schroders Investment Management
02.2007 - 06.2016
MSc Financial Mathematics - Financial Mathematics
Warwick Business School
08.2005 - 10.2006
BSc Mathematics and Chemistry - Natural Sciences
University of The West Indies
08.1996 - 05.1999
Macro Drivers of Asset Performance and Global TAA Strategy - Asset Management
London Financial Studies
Investment Management Certificate (IMC) - Investment Management
CFA
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