Matheus Leonel
About Matheus Leonel
Matheus Leonel is the Head of Compliance Brazil - Private Equity at Brookfield Asset Management, with extensive experience in compliance, risk management, and governance.
Current Role at Brookfield Asset Management
Matheus Leonel currently serves as the Head of Compliance Brazil for the Private Equity division at Brookfield Asset Management, based in São Paulo, Brazil. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing and supporting the implementation of compliance programs across all companies in Brookfield's Private Equity Portfolio in Brazil. His responsibilities include ensuring adherence to international standards and regulations such as COSO ERM, ISO 31.000, SOX, and IIA Standards.
Previous Experience at Grupo Fleury
Matheus Leonel worked at Grupo Fleury as the Gerente de Compliance e Gestão de Riscos from 2014 to 2019. During his five-year tenure, he led the implementation of a benchmark Compliance Program tailored specifically for the healthcare sector. His initiatives focused on monitoring and enhancing risk management and compliance systems within the organization.
Academic Background and Teaching Experience
Matheus Leonel has a robust academic background with several degrees and teaching roles. He holds a Bachelor's degree in Public Administration from UNESP, a Bachelor's degree in Accounting from Pontifícia Universidade Católica de Minas Gerais, a Post-Graduation in Audit, and a Master's Degree in Business Administration from Fundação Escola de Comércio Álvares Penteado (FECAP). Additionally, he served as a professor at FECAP and FIA - Fundação Instituto de Administração, where he taught courses in auditing and risk management.
Compliance and Risk Management Expertise
Matheus Leonel brings extensive expertise in compliance and risk management to his roles. His career highlights include structuring departments, implementing governance and compliance models, and preparing organizations for IPO processes. He has implemented Control Self Assessment (CSA) and Loss Prevention Programs, as well as compliance and ethics programs aligning with FCPA, UK Bribery Act, and Brazilian Anti-Corruption Law.
Professional Certifications and Skills
Certified in HealthCare Compliance since 2018, Matheus Leonel possesses in-depth knowledge of international compliance methodologies. He is fluent in Portuguese, advanced in English, and has basic knowledge of Spanish. His certifications and skill set make him adept at managing and implementing comprehensive compliance strategies across various industries.