Timothy Cheah
About Timothy Cheah
Timothy Cheah serves as the Manager of Asset & Wealth Management Consulting for APAC at Alpha FMC, where he has worked since 2018. He possesses extensive experience in asset management and banking, along with a strong educational background in finance and web development.
Work at Alpha FMC
Timothy Cheah has been serving as the Manager of Asset & Wealth Management Consulting – APAC at Alpha FMC since 2018. In this role, he has been responsible for driving complex transformation projects for global asset managers. He is directly accountable to C-suite level stakeholders, ensuring that project objectives align with executive expectations. His tenure at Alpha FMC has been marked by a focus on enhancing operational efficiencies and delivering strategic insights within the asset and wealth management sectors.
Education and Expertise
Timothy Cheah holds a Master’s Degree in International Finance from The University of Tokyo, where he studied from 2014 to 2016. He also completed a Full Stack Developer program at Le Wagon in 2018. Additionally, he earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration and Management with majors in Finance and Political Science from Singapore Management University, studying from 2010 to 2014. His educational background equips him with strong domain knowledge in both asset management and banking sectors.
Background in Banking and Research
Before joining Alpha FMC, Timothy Cheah worked at OCBC Bank as an Assistant Relationship Manager from 2016 to 2018 in Tokyo, Japan. His role involved managing client relationships and providing financial solutions. Prior to that, he served as a Research Assistant at Mitsubishi Research Institute for eight months in 2015, where he contributed to research projects. These experiences have provided him with a solid foundation in financial services and client management.
Language Proficiency and Communication Skills
Timothy Cheah is functionally trilingual, proficient in English, Mandarin, and Japanese. This language proficiency facilitates effective communication in cross-cultural teams, enhancing collaboration in diverse environments. He is known for his strong assured communication style, which aids in managing and leading project delivery teams effectively. His ability to turn ideas and concepts into polished, direct prose enhances project communication and documentation.