Deborah Olatunde
About Deborah Olatunde
Deborah Olatunde serves as the Senior Manager of Global Third Party Risk at HSBC, a position she has held since 2019. With a diverse background in risk management and legal roles across various financial institutions, she brings extensive expertise in managing third party risk and regulatory projects.
Work at HSBC
Deborah Olatunde has been serving as the Senior Manager of Global Third Party Risk at HSBC since 2019. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing third party risk management within the organization. Her expertise in managing third party risk is applied across both the first and second lines of defense in the investment banking sector.
Previous Employment Experience
Prior to her current position at HSBC, Deborah Olatunde held various roles in different organizations. She worked at Allen & Overy LLP as a Paralegal in Derivatives & Structured Finance for one year from 2011 to 2012. She also served as a Cyber/IT Security Specialist at Deutsche Bank on an interim contract in 2019. Her experience includes working as an Operational Risk Manager at BNY Mellon | Pershing and as a Risk Specialist at Deutsche Bank, focusing on the Brexit Project. Additionally, she has held legal roles at the BBC and Elliott Advisors (UK) Limited.
Education and Expertise
Deborah Olatunde studied at the School of Oriental and African Studies, University of London, where she earned her Bachelor of Law (LLB) from 2000 to 2003. She furthered her education at BPP Law School, completing the Legal Practice Course in 2011. Deborah possesses PRINCE2 certification, which demonstrates her proficiency in structured project management methodologies. Her educational background supports her expertise in managing third party risk and compliance projects.
Regulatory Project Management Experience
Deborah Olatunde has managed significant regulatory projects, including those related to Brexit and the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). Her experience in handling complex compliance requirements is notable, showcasing her ability to navigate regulatory landscapes effectively. This expertise is particularly relevant in her current role at HSBC, where compliance with third party risk management is critical.