Gokcen Kivanc, MSc, Cia
About Gokcen Kivanc, MSc, Cia
Gokcen Kivanc is a Senior Audit Manager at HSBC, specializing in Markets and Securities Services, with over a decade of experience in the financial sector. He has held various auditing roles at notable institutions including UBS, Deutsche Bank, and Türkiye İş Bankası, and holds a Master's degree from King's College London.
Work at HSBC
Gokcen Kivanc has been employed at HSBC since 2019, initially serving as an Audit Manager in the Markets and Securities Services division. In 2021, he advanced to the position of Senior Audit Manager, where he continues to work. His role involves overseeing audit processes and ensuring compliance within the Markets and Securities Services sector. Kivanc's tenure at HSBC has been marked by a focus on risk management and internal controls.
Previous Experience at UBS
Before joining HSBC, Gokcen Kivanc worked at UBS as an Associate Director in Group Internal Audit from 2017 to 2019. His responsibilities included conducting audits and assessments of internal controls within the UBS Investment Bank. This role contributed to his expertise in the financial services sector and enhanced his skills in audit management.
Background in Türkiye İş Bankası
Gokcen Kivanc began his career at Türkiye İş Bankası, where he held multiple positions from 2009 to 2017. He started as an Analyst in the Compliance Department and later advanced to Senior Auditor. His six years at Türkiye İş Bankası provided him with foundational experience in auditing and compliance within the banking sector.
Education and Expertise
Gokcen Kivanc holds a Bachelor of Science degree from Orta Doğu Teknik Üniversitesi (Middle East Technical University), which he completed from 2004 to 2009. He furthered his education by obtaining a Master of Science degree from King's College London in 2017. His academic background supports his professional expertise in audit management and compliance.
Experience at Deutsche Bank
In 2019, Gokcen Kivanc briefly worked at Deutsche Bank as a Principal Auditor and Assistant Vice President in Global Markets Audit. His role lasted for 11 months and involved auditing global market operations, contributing to his comprehensive understanding of the financial audit landscape.