John Kidd
About John Kidd
John Kidd serves as the Manager of Financial Crime Analysis at HSBC, where he has worked since 2019. He specializes in developing financial crime typologies and producing analyses that protect the bank's interests and enhance business relationships.
Work at HSBC
John Kidd has been employed at HSBC since 2019, serving as the Manager of Financial Crime Analysis. In this role, he has developed bespoke financial crime typologies that have facilitated investigations into previously unknown criminal behavior. His work includes producing first-response analysis on high-risk entities, which has played a crucial role in protecting HSBC's balance sheet and maintaining significant business relationships valued at over seven figures. Additionally, he has delivered country strategy documents for Bahrain and Kuwait, focusing on financial crime risks and mitigation strategies.
Education and Expertise
John Kidd holds a Master of Science (MSc) in International Relations of the Middle East with Arabic from The University of Edinburgh, which he completed from 2013 to 2015. He also earned a Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Politics from the University of Stirling, studying from 2009 to 2013. His foundational education includes A levels from The British School Al Khubairat, where he studied from 2002 to 2009. This educational background has equipped him with a strong understanding of political and economic dynamics, particularly in relation to financial crime.
Background
John Kidd's educational journey began at The British School Al Khubairat, where he completed his A levels from 2002 to 2009. He then pursued higher education at the University of Stirling, obtaining a Bachelor of Arts in Politics from 2009 to 2013. Following this, he attended The University of Edinburgh, earning a Master of Science in International Relations of the Middle East with Arabic from 2013 to 2015. His diverse academic experiences have contributed to his expertise in financial crime analysis.
Achievements
Throughout his career, John Kidd has made significant contributions to financial crime analysis at HSBC. He built a Proof of Concept tool aimed at the early detection of first-party corporate fraud, which has resulted in substantial savings for HSBC UAE, amounting to millions in potential losses. His development of financial crime typologies and strategic documents for specific regions demonstrates his proactive approach to identifying and mitigating financial crime risks.