John Richardson
About John Richardson
John Richardson is a Product Manager at Clearwater Analytics, where he has worked since 2016. He has extensive experience in the finance sector, having held various roles at BNP Paribas, UBS, Société Générale, and Merrill Lynch.
Work at Clearwater Analytics
John Richardson has been employed at Clearwater Analytics as a Product Manager since 2016. In this role, he manages and prioritizes the backlog for three development teams and oversees ten distinct projects. He actively participates in sprint planning, retrospectives, and daily scrums, contributing to the agile development process. Additionally, he coordinates with marketing and sales teams to develop go-to-market strategies, materials, and training for new products.
Previous Experience in Financial Services
Prior to his current position, John Richardson held various roles in the financial services sector. He worked at BNP Paribas as AVP MBS Allocations from 2008 to 2014 and as AVP MBS Middle Office from 2012 to 2014. His experience also includes a position at UBS as an Operations Specialist from 2004 to 2007, where he served as a Trading Assistant and Whole Loan Operations Specialist during that time. Additionally, he worked at Merrill Lynch as an MBS Allocations Specialist for six months in 2007.
Education and Expertise
John Richardson studied at Baruch College, where he earned a Bachelor's degree in Finance and Investments from 2000 to 2002. His academic background provides a strong foundation for his career in financial services and product management. This education, combined with his extensive experience in various roles within the industry, contributes to his expertise in managing product development and operations.
Background in MBS Operations
John Richardson has a solid background in Mortgage-Backed Securities (MBS) operations. He worked at Société Générale as MBS Middle Office from 2014 to 2016 in New York. His previous roles at BNP Paribas and Merrill Lynch also focused on MBS allocations, highlighting his specialization in this area of finance. This experience has equipped him with a comprehensive understanding of MBS processes and market dynamics.