Alan Baxter
About Alan Baxter
Alan Baxter is the Director of Financial Resource Optimisation at HSBC, where he has worked since 2021. He has extensive experience in financial regulation, having led UBS' compliance with Basel III and collaborated with FinTech companies to enhance capital efficiency.
Work at HSBC
Alan Baxter has been serving as the Director of Financial Resource Optimisation at HSBC since 2021. In this role, he focuses on enhancing the efficiency of financial resources within the organization. His responsibilities include developing strategies to optimize capital and collateral management, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, and improving overall financial performance.
Education and Expertise
Alan Baxter has a strong educational background in finance and economics. He studied at Handsworth Grammar School, achieving A levels in Maths, Chemistry, and Economics from 1978 to 1985. He earned a BA (Hons) in Economics from The University of Manchester from 1985 to 1988. Later, he completed an MBA in International Finance at London Business School from 2000 to 2001. His education has provided a solid foundation for his expertise in financial resource optimization and regulatory compliance.
Background
Alan Baxter has extensive experience in the financial services sector, particularly in capital and collateral management. He previously worked at UBS, where he led the implementation of Basel III requirements, including CVA VaR and Uncleared Margin Rules. His collaboration with FinTech companies has been instrumental in developing solutions that enhance capital and collateral efficiency. Additionally, he has served on various industry committees and boards, contributing to the advancement of risk management practices.
Achievements
During his career, Alan Baxter has achieved significant milestones in financial optimization and regulatory compliance. At UBS, he created optimization algorithms aimed at minimizing the capital footprint for cash and derivative products. He also led global client roadshows to educate clients on regulatory impacts and liquidity needs. His involvement with ISDA Risk Committees and boards such as OTCDerivNet and FX Global Clear until 2020 highlights his commitment to advancing industry standards and practices.