Gareth Savage
About Gareth Savage
Gareth Savage is a Financial Engineer with experience in digitalising IBOR Loan Agreements for a major Japanese Investment Bank and contributing to daily reports for an International Investment Bank during the Covid-19 pandemic. He holds a BSc Hons in Business Studies from Ulster University and has worked at First Derivatives since 2019.
Work at First Derivatives
Gareth Savage has been employed at First Derivatives as a Financial Engineer since 2019. In this role, he focuses on financial analysis and engineering solutions that support the company's operations. His expertise in financial engineering contributes to the development and implementation of innovative strategies within the firm.
Education and Expertise
Gareth Savage completed his education at Ulster University, where he studied Business Studies and earned a BSc Hons from 2015 to 2019. Prior to this, he attended Lurgan College from 2011 to 2015. His academic background provides a solid foundation for his work in financial engineering and analysis.
Background in Finance
Before joining First Derivatives, Gareth Savage gained practical experience as a Finance Intern at Translink from 2017 to 2018. This role allowed him to develop his skills in financial management and analysis. Additionally, he worked as a Retail Assistant at Costcutter Supermarkets Group Limited from 2014 to 2017, where he gained customer service and operational experience.
Contributions During Covid-19 Pandemic
During the Covid-19 pandemic, Gareth Savage played a significant role in publishing daily reports for the Executive Management Board of an International Investment Bank. He also served as the primary point of contact for 21 labs in the UK's North-Eastern region, facilitating the collation of Covid-19 data into the NHS Test & Trace System. His contributions were crucial in managing the financial and operational impacts of the pandemic.
Digitalisation of IBOR Loan Agreements
Gareth Savage worked on the digitalisation of IBOR Loan Agreements for a top Japanese Investment Bank. His focus was on analyzing loan agreements to assess the bank's exposure to the IBOR Reforms. This project highlights his analytical skills and understanding of complex financial instruments.