Erik Nordahl
About Erik Nordahl
Erik Nordahl serves as Partner and Group CTO at United Fintech, where he has worked since 2020. He has extensive experience in IT and finance, having held senior positions at various financial institutions, including BEC, Nets, and Danske Bank.
Current Role at United Fintech
Erik Nordahl serves as Partner and Group CTO at United Fintech, a position he has held since 2020. In this role, he engages in sparring on title structure and performance development within the organization. He is responsible for implementing the IT and security policy framework for the United Fintech group. Additionally, he participates in the due diligence process for potential acquisitions, contributing to the strategic growth of the company. Nordahl has also relocated to Madrid to establish United Fintech's Talent Hub, focusing on hiring developers for subsidiaries and integration projects.
Previous Experience in Financial Technology
Before joining United Fintech, Erik Nordahl held several significant positions in the financial technology sector. He worked at BEC as EVP for Capital Markets, Risk/Finance, and BI from 2018 to 2020. Prior to that, he was Senior Vice President - Head of IT Operations at Nets | Denmark from 2015 to 2018. His experience also includes a role as Business CIO at Nordea Capital Markets IT from 2013 to 2015 and as Senior Vice President - Head of Front Office IT at Saxo Bank from 2004 to 2013.
Educational Background
Erik Nordahl has a solid educational foundation in finance and computer engineering. He studied at Copenhagen Business School, where he achieved an HD in Finance from 1992 to 1996. He also attended Niels Brock, earning a Datamatiker degree in Computer Engineering from 1997 to 1999. Additionally, he completed the Finans Diplom studiet from 1991 to 1993, further enhancing his expertise in finance.
Career Progression in Banking
Erik Nordahl's career in banking began at Danske Bank, where he worked as a Dealer from 1992 to 1996. He later returned to Danske Bank as a Senior IT Project Manager from 2002 to 2004. His experience in the banking sector continued with a role at Saxo Bank, where he spent nine years as Senior Vice President - Head of Front Office IT. This progression highlights his extensive experience in both banking and technology.
Hands-On Project Involvement
At United Fintech, Erik Nordahl has been involved in a hands-on project for Citi Frankfurt, showcasing his practical approach to technology implementation and project management. His engagement in such projects reflects his commitment to delivering effective solutions within the financial technology landscape.