Simone Ciatto

About Simone Ciatto

As someone deeply entrenched in the finance sector for over a decade, I\'ve had the pleasure of driving some truly exciting changes within capital markets institutions.I\'ve always been drawn to the world of data and analysis, finding joy in delving into large datasets to uncover those insightful gems that can truly make a difference. Whether it\'s crunching numbers or connecting dots, I\'m all about turning data into actionable strategies that propel us forward.Yet, my interests extend far beyond just numbers. I\'m equally passionate about ensuring that our operations adhere to regulations and best practices. Navigating through the complexities of compliance can be daunting, but I thrive on simplifying processes and ensuring that we stay on the right side of the law while maintaining efficiency.But perhaps what truly drives me is the power of collaboration. I firmly believe that the best outcomes emerge from a collective effort. I relish in bringing people together, fostering an environment where every voice is heard, valued, and integrated into our endeavors.As a leader, I find fulfillment in striking the delicate balance between ambition and pragmatism. I revel in challenges, revel in finding innovative solutions, and take immense pride in seeing projects through from inception to fruition.So, that\'s me in a nutshell – someone who\'s passionate about finance, data, teamwork, and making a meaningful impact in the finance realm.

Experience

1. Vice President

   Morgan Stanley

   Apr 2020 — Present · New York, NY, US

   Orchestrated multiple high-level meetings, chaired by top regional executives, aimed at tackling client news risks encompassing reputation, regulatory, and financial concerns- Championed the revamping of the process for review and escalation of client news alerts, ensuring prompt and accurate responses to potential risks- Directed comprehensive remediation efforts related to broker-dealer compliance, implementing a robust oversight framework inclusive of detective controls, policies, and procedures- Supervised an offshore team of 30, overseeing the review and extraction of data from QFCs, particularly focusing on OTC derivatives documentation, leading to a significant reduction of error frequency- Validated the scope of credit support documents containing LIBOR or EONIA and devised/implemented a plan to update documentation, margin, and XVA systems with fallback rates as part of the ARR program- Initiated a front-to-back initiative to onboard bilateral repo margining to AcadiaSoft, improving straight-through processing and rationalizing dispute escalation paths. Designed the MRA/GMRA data model- Served as product owner for two trading agreement management applications supported by 20 developers, achieving higher delivery metrics with a transition to agile development- Oversaw an offshore team of 10 in the monthly calculation of liquidity reserves for margin changes and early terminations in the OTC derivatives portfolio, introducing new controls to maintain a current list of downgrade triggers.

Education

• University of Michigan - Stephen M. Ross School of Business

  Master of Business Administration, Finance and Strategy

  2011 — 2013

• Alma Mater Studiorum – Università di Bologna

  Bachelor, Mechanical Engineering

  2002 — 2006

• Alma Mater Studiorum – Università di Bologna

  Master, Mechanical Engineering

  2005 — 2007

Skills

• Project Management
• Anti Money Laundering
• Dodd-Frank
• Front to Back Office
• Capital Markets
• Strategy