Austin Copp
About Austin Copp
Austin Copp serves as the Global Head of Client Money and Assets Compliance at HSBC, a position he has held since 2014. With extensive experience in compliance across various financial institutions, he leads a team that provides compliance advisory and governance for HSBC Group globally.
Work at HSBC
Austin Copp has served as the Global Head of Client Money and Assets Compliance at HSBC since 2014. In this role, he leads a team of subject matter experts who provide compliance advisory and governance related to client assets across the HSBC Group globally. His responsibilities include offering intensive support for HSBC Bank plc and its Client Assets Oversight Officer. Prior to this position, he worked as the International Wealth Compliance Manager at HSBC from 2000 to 2003.
Previous Experience in Compliance
Before joining HSBC, Austin Copp held several key compliance roles in the financial sector. He worked as Compliance Director at RBS Markets and International Banking for 10 months in 2013-2014. He also served as a CASS Specialist Supervisor at the Financial Conduct Authority from 2010 to 2013. His experience includes a position as Compliance VP in Private Banking at J.P. Morgan from 2004 to 2007 and as Head of Private Bank Compliance at Standard Chartered Bank for a brief period in 2010.
Education and Expertise
Austin Copp studied at South Bank University, where he earned a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Land Use from 1990 to 1993. He also attended Leicester Polytechnic, achieving a Diploma in Land Management, focusing on GP Surveying, Valuation, and Law, from 1988 to 1990. He is a chartered member of the Chartered Institute for Securities & Investment (CISI), reflecting his expertise in compliance and financial regulations.
Professional Contributions
Austin Copp has contributed to the industry as an Industry Specialist for CASS on the examination panel for the Investment Operations Certificate in Client Money and Assets. His role in this capacity highlights his commitment to enhancing compliance standards within the financial services sector.
Career Timeline
Austin Copp's career spans over two decades in compliance and financial services. He began his career in compliance roles at various institutions, including Close Brothers Asset Management, where he served as Director of Compliance Officer from 2007 to 2010. His extensive experience includes significant positions at notable banks and regulatory bodies, showcasing a robust career trajectory in the compliance field.