VASILIS FILIPPIDIS
4 Yeo Street, City of London, E3 3NU • 07391153027 • www.filipvas.com •
Vasilis Filippidis
4 Yeo Street, City of London, E3 3NU • 07391153027 • www.filipvas.com •
Personal statement
A proactive, self-motivated and experienced individual with excellent academic records and great knowledge and understanding of the UK and European business environment. Skilled in operations, negotiation, people management, identifying creative pragmatic solutions to complex issues based on analytical and independent thought.
MBA degree holder currently working towards completion of my PhD in “Economic growth and Risk Management” and the CFA level 1 certificate. Working within State Street, a global finance institution on an Oversight and control role, running daily checks, liaising with key stake holders, major financial clients and developing senior management relationships using excellent communication, interpersonal and project management skills.
Areas of Expertise
· Negotiation / · Team Management / · CFA 1· Communication Skills / · Presentation Skills / · Project Management
· Analytical Skills / · Leadership / · Consulting
Education & Other Credentials
PhD: Economic Complexity model, “Economic growth and Risk Management,”
Democritus University, Greece, Thrace, present
Awarded the “Hellenic Petroleum Academic National Award” and Prize for achievements in research, July 2017
· Economic growth and development impacts of International Controls, compliance and regulations, through complex “global table data” analysis and visualization through the Harvard and MIT Economic Atlas standards.
· Risk management of asset investing through several parameters such as the feasibility index, product space and diversification, nearby products, (RCA) Relative Compared Advantage, PCI, ECI, Monkey Jump Methodology to close products, total market growth impact and Import-Export balance
MBA: Master of Business Administration | Democritus University, Greece, Thrace, 2016, Classification: Distinction Master Thesis, Economics and Compliance (Distinction) | Data Analysis, Leadership, Management | Distinction
1st Year Thesis, Money Laundering in EU, Analysis |Multi-Variable Table Analysis using Chic Analysis, MySQL, Excel
BSc: International Economic Growth Development | Democritus University, Greece, Thrace, 2012 | (1st First Class)
Mathematics, English, Statistics, Game Theory, Business Planning, Econometrics, Banks and Finance | (1st First Class)
Experience Highlights
State Street, Client Relationship Manager, London, Canary Wharf, UK, May 2017 – current
FUND Oversight and control department, coordinating and analysing data, performing checks, assessing valuations, negotiating and liaising with major clients like LBG, J.P Morgan, Barclays, Aviva, Blackrock, AXA, Shroders.
· Provide assurance over the control environment to mitigate key current and emerging risks in relation to fund pricing, processes followed, and regulations implemented throughout various international departments.
· Produce Audit and regulatory reporting proposing creative and pragmatic solutions for risk and control problems throughout the entire department with key focus on sustaining integrity and sincerity.
· Build, maintain and enhance client relationships with new and existing clients, monitor and resolve overdrafts, check failed and unmatched trades, building client trust and developing senior management relationship.
· Delivery of complex, high quality, reports for a portfolio of 1000 funds operating within UK regulations.
Canary Wharf Consultanting LTd, London, UK, Aug 2017 – present, part-time associate
Project Manager
Project Manager, responsible for the implementation of European Social entrepreneurship funded projects, PromYse, Blend In, MetLife45+, E-Course, managing a European team consisted of 5 people spread across Greece, UK, Lithouania, Germany, Italy, Romania, Portugal, Spain
· Formulation of programme reports, dissemination of deliverables, investing risk management.
· Communicate, coordinate and influence a wide range of professionals, stakeholders and E.U. officials involved in the successful delivery of all projects within tight deadlines.
· Pursuit of new Investment opportunities and partnerships. Business development consulting.
Vasilis Filippidis
4 Yeo Street, City of London, E3 3NU • 07391153027 • www.filipvas.com •
BANK OF GREECE, Greece, Oct 2015-Mar 2016
Business Analyst, Internship
· Extensively engaged in financial analysis by evaluating customer businesses, projects, budgets and other finance-related entities to determine their performance and suitability for funding and mentorship.
· Provided information, guidance, account openings, personal banking and new economic programs.
Souvlaki, Komotini, Greece, Dec 2012-Mar 2015
Business Manager, Owner
· Funded and managed “Souvlaki”, developed the Business Plan and Cash flow analysis, used Forecasts, Estimates and Projections to successfully claim and receive 35.000€ in business funding by the E.U.
· Achieved gross revenue of 180.000 euros the first year, increased by 34% the second year when was sold to “Podilato” Fast Food chain to make a significant investment profit.
Palmos NGO, Corfu, Greece, Dec 2011-Dec 2013
Manager and Program Director
Funded Palmos anti-cancer NGO during a financially challenging time for Greece, inspired by my sick father. The aim was to inform and entertain people affected by the specific disease. Started as a small local group of people and quickly grew up to a national organisation numbering 3,000 registered volunteers and 60,000 members. Collaborated with hundreds of professionals in the health sector while running the organisation and at the same time organised lectures, information desks and free holidays for patients.
Key Accomplishments:
· Increased and enhanced annual donations and funding by 300% through effective social media management, advertisement and fundraising events.
· Expertly planned and executed over 80 events, such as concerts and theatrical performances. Finally, formulated programme operating budgets and other financial performance reports.
Hellenic Army, Greece, Dec 2010-Jan 2012
Second Lieutenant, Reserve Officer
Graduated and ranked 3rd with distinction in the Military Academy. Efficiently directed a platoon of 44 soldiers in military exercises and training such as war tactics, weapons and topography.
Key Accomplishments:
· Effectively received citation for acts to avoid a major incident that could have caused serious injury or the death of 5 soldiers during a major live fire exercise.
AWARDS and EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES
Ø ROTARY AWARD FOR EXCELLENCE IN SERVICE TO HUMANITY | For our work in Palmos NGO, Thessaloniki, 2013
Ø MILITARY ACADEMY DISTINCTION AWARD | For acts of leadership and to avoid a major incident, Crete, 2011
Ø HELLENIC PETROLEUMS ACADEMIC AWARD | For excellence in research of the Business sector, 5000€, 2017
Ø Project Leader | European youth project, director | getcruiseinn.com start up awards
Ø Member of the Parliament | Hellenic Parliament Model 2017, Constitution revision, Anti-corrupt committee
Ø Reserve Officer, Second Lieutenant, Ranked 3rd with distinction in the Army Officers Military Academy
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