Raffi H.
About Raffi H.
Raffi H. serves as the Lead Business Analyst for Performance & Attribution at Alpha FMC, bringing extensive experience from roles at various financial institutions including Janus Henderson Investors and Legal & General Investment Management. He holds multiple qualifications in finance and has a strong background in stakeholder engagement and vendor evaluation.
Current Role at Alpha FMC
Raffi H. serves as the Lead Business Analyst (Performance & Attribution) at Alpha FMC, a position he has held since 2023. In this role, he engages with high-level stakeholders to present findings and facilitate discussions aimed at driving strategic decision-making. His responsibilities include planning and creating vendor demo agendas and briefings, ensuring thorough evaluation of potential solutions. Raffi's expertise in Performance & Attribution is instrumental in enhancing the firm's analytical capabilities.
Previous Experience in Financial Services
Raffi H. has extensive experience in the financial services sector. He worked at Janus Henderson Investors as Lead Business Analyst from 2021 to 2023. Prior to that, he held various roles including Business Analyst (Performance) at Legal & General Investment Management (LGIM) from 2016 to 2018, and Business Analyst at Omni Partners from 2010 to 2013. His career also includes positions at Cheyne Capital, UBS, and GAM Investments, showcasing a strong background in business analysis and performance measurement.
Educational Background
Raffi H. has a solid educational foundation in finance and investment. He earned a Master of Science (MSc) in International Securities, Investment & Banking from Henley Business School, completing his studies from 2009 to 2011. Additionally, he holds a Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Geography from the University of Bristol, which he completed from 2001 to 2004. Raffi has also pursued various certifications, including the SII Certificate in Derivatives and Securities from BPP London, and is currently studying for an edX Business Certificate from Harvard University.
Vendor Selection and Project Management Expertise
Raffi H. has played a significant role in vendor selection processes, particularly in the Performance Measurement and Attribution Reporting (PMAR) space. He has served as the lead scorer for vendor responses, evaluating solutions from major vendors such as State Street Alpha and Blackrock Aladdin. His project management experience includes founding and managing CRH Property (Thailand) Limited, where he served as Project Manager and Managing Director from 2013 to 2016. This diverse experience enhances his ability to collaborate with clients and refine requirements for new operating models.