Ernest Zakharov
About Ernest Zakharov
Ernest Zakharov is a Senior Manager in Group Transformation at HSBC, specializing in operational model design and regulatory reporting improvements across Asia. He has previously held positions at Capco, EY, and PwC, and possesses a strong academic background in financial mathematics and data strategy.
Current Role at HSBC
Ernest Zakharov serves as a Senior Manager in Group Transformation at HSBC, a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he focuses on aligning strategic change initiatives with business objectives across the Asia Pacific region. Zakharov manages a global multiyear programme aimed at enhancing the integrity of regulatory reporting across 22 markets in Asia. His work involves collaborating with various stakeholders to ensure successful implementation of transformation strategies.
Previous Experience at Capco
Before joining HSBC, Zakharov worked at Capco as a Principal Consultant and Senior Manager in Digital and Data from 2021 to 2022. His tenure at Capco, which lasted one year in Hong Kong SAR, involved leading projects that focused on digital transformation and data-driven solutions. This experience contributed to his expertise in managing complex operational models.
Consulting Background at EY
Ernest Zakharov has an extensive consulting background, having worked at EY for a total of seven years. He served as a Management Consultant in Performance Improvement from 2011 to 2017 in Munich, Germany, and later in Hong Kong from 2017 to 2018. His responsibilities included designing performance improvement strategies and implementing operational enhancements for various clients.
Education and Expertise
Zakharov has a solid educational foundation, having studied Financial Mathematics at the Technical University of Munich from 2005 to 2010. He also completed an Executive Certificate in Data Strategy at the University of California, Berkeley, Haas School of Business from 2021 to 2022. His studies at the CFA Institute further enhance his expertise in finance and data strategy, equipping him with the skills necessary for his roles in transformation and consulting.
Achievements in Intelligent Automation at PwC
Prior to his current role, Zakharov worked at PwC as a Management Consultant in Intelligent Automation from 2019 to 2021 in Hong Kong. During his time at PwC, he contributed to projects that focused on automating processes to improve efficiency and effectiveness within organizations. His work in this area reflects his ability to integrate technology with operational strategies.