Kirupa Sivasothy
About Kirupa Sivasothy
Kirupa Sivasothy serves as the Chief Risk & Compliance Officer at Dintero, where he has worked since 2023. He has extensive experience in risk management and compliance, having held various roles at Bluestep Bank and a background in finance from BI Norwegian Business School.
Current Role at Dintero
Kirupa Sivasothy serves as the Chief Risk & Compliance Officer at Dintero, a position he has held since 2023. In this role, he provides guidance and training for both employees and the Board, ensuring that the organization adheres to regulatory requirements and internal policies. He has developed and implemented a Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) framework, which is essential for managing risks and ensuring compliance within the organization. Additionally, he engages with internal audit teams to manage third line of defence controls, reinforcing the company's risk management strategies.
Professional Experience at Bluestep Bank
Kirupa Sivasothy has extensive experience at Bluestep Bank, where he worked in various roles from 2016 to 2023. He began as a Collection Specialist for two years, followed by a three-year tenure as a Risk Management Analyst. He then advanced to the position of Credit and Financial Risk Manager, where he served for two years. His progression through these roles highlights his expertise in risk management and compliance within the financial sector.
Educational Background
Kirupa Sivasothy's educational journey includes studies at Grefsen Videregående skole, where he achieved Generell studiekompetanse from 2006 to 2009. He then attended BI Norwegian Business School, where he earned a Bachelor in Business Administration (BBA) from 2010 to 2014. Following this, he pursued a Master of Science in Business with a major in Finance at the same institution, completing his studies from 2014 to 2016. This academic foundation supports his professional roles in risk and compliance.
Previous Experience at Spice AS
Before his tenure at Bluestep Bank, Kirupa Sivasothy worked at Spice AS as a Customer Consultant from 2007 to 2016. During this nine-year period, he gained valuable experience in customer relations and service, which contributed to his skill set in managing client interactions and understanding customer needs in the financial sector.