Cheng Cheng
About Cheng Cheng
Cheng Cheng is a Portfolio Analysis Manager at Investec, with a background in data analysis and development finance. He has previously worked at Barclays and as an independent consultant, contributing to the development of credit scorecards and pricing models.
Current Role at Investec
Cheng Cheng serves as the Portfolio Analysis Manager at Investec, a position held since 2018. In this role, Cheng is responsible for overseeing portfolio analysis and management, focusing on optimizing investment strategies and performance. The role is based in Reading, England, United Kingdom, where Cheng applies expertise in financial analysis to support the firm's objectives.
Previous Experience at Barclays
Prior to joining Investec, Cheng Cheng worked at Barclays as the Lead Data Analyst from 2013 to 2018 in London, England. During this five-year tenure, Cheng focused on data analysis and contributed to various projects that enhanced the bank's analytical capabilities. This experience provided a solid foundation in data-driven decision-making within the financial sector.
Educational Background
Cheng Cheng holds a Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Rural and International Development from China Agricultural University, completed from 2000 to 2004. Cheng furthered education by obtaining a Master of Science (MSc) in Development Finance from the University of Reading, studied from 2004 to 2005. Additionally, Cheng pursued training in Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) at FTC Kaplan in the UK from 2006 to 2008.
Consulting Experience
Before joining Barclays, Cheng Cheng worked as an Independent Consultant specializing in Development Management and Development Finance from 2006 to 2013. In this capacity, Cheng implemented a credit auto-decisioning process and developed profitability and NPV pricing models to analyze performance and forecast future activities. This role involved continuous monitoring and improvement of financial processes.
Key Contributions to Financial Analysis
Cheng Cheng has developed a consumer lending credit scorecard that is utilized in the auto-decisioning process. This contribution reflects a strong focus on enhancing financial decision-making tools and methodologies. Cheng's work in setting up pricing models and implementing credit processes demonstrates a commitment to improving financial performance and operational efficiency.