Paul Barry
About Paul Barry
Paul Barry serves as the Outsourcing & 3rd Party Governance Lead at AXA XL, where he has worked since 2019. He has a diverse background in finance and risk consulting, with previous roles at J.P. Morgan, HSBC, and NatWest Group.
Work at AXA XL
Currently, Paul Barry serves as the Outsourcing & 3rd Party Governance Lead in the Office of the COO at AXA XL, a division of AXA. He has been in this role since 2019, operating from Dublin. In his position, he has led various outsourcing and third-party governance initiatives, contributing to the company's strategic objectives in the Asia Pacific and European markets.
Previous Experience at J.P. Morgan
Paul Barry worked at J.P. Morgan as CFO from 2002 to 2004 in Luxembourg. During his tenure, he implemented Product Control and led strategic changes for J.P. Morgan Bank. He later returned to J.P. Morgan as CFO from 2004 to 2005 in London, where he integrated the Global Equities and Collateral Management business across Europe and the US.
Background in Banking and Finance
Paul Barry has extensive experience in the banking and finance sectors. He served as CFO, COO, and Head of Fund Services at NatWest Group from 1995 to 2000, where he built the Asset Management and Securities Services start-up. He also held the position of Head of Business Planning at HSBC from 2006 to 2019, focusing on transforming operational models and compliance.
Education and Expertise
Paul Barry studied at Trinity College, Dublin, where he earned a Bachelor of Business Studies (BBS). He furthered his education at Chartered Accountants Ireland, achieving the designation of Chartered Accountant (FCA). His educational background supports his extensive expertise in risk consulting, sustainable change leadership, and financial management within international asset management and global banking.
Experience in Risk Consulting
Paul Barry has a strong background in risk consulting and investigations, having worked as a Senior Manager at Arthur Andersen Business Consulting from 2000 to 2002 in New York. He provided risk consulting services for Wall Street, regulatory, and global banking clients, showcasing his capability in navigating complex financial environments.