Fanie Fourie
About Fanie Fourie
Fanie Fourie serves as the Chief Operating Officer for Corporate and Institutional Banking at Investec, a position he has held since 2021. He has extensive experience in risk management and operations, having worked in various roles at Investec and CQS Technology Holdings over the past two decades.
Current Role at Investec
Fanie Fourie serves as the Chief Operating Officer (COO) for Corporate and Institutional Banking SA at Investec. He has held this position since 2021 and has contributed to the strategic direction and operational efficiency of the division. His role encompasses overseeing various banking operations and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
Previous Experience at Investec
Fanie Fourie has extensive experience at Investec, having held multiple roles over several years. He served as COO - Risk from 2017 to 2019, COO - Risk and Compliance from 2019 to 2021, and Head of Risk Reporting and Credit Operations from 2014 to 2017. Additionally, he worked as Head of Group Risk IT from 2010 to 2013 and Group Operational Risk from 2007 to 2008.
Career Background
Before joining Investec, Fanie Fourie worked at CQS Technology Holdings as a Divisional Director and Product Manager from 2001 to 2007. He also gained experience as an IT Consultant and Trainee Accountant at Grant Thornton Kessel Feinstein between 1997 and 2001. His diverse career has equipped him with a strong foundation in risk management and operational strategy.
Education and Professional Development
Fanie Fourie studied at Stellenbosch University, where he earned a Bachelor of Accounting (B.Rek). He furthered his education at Harvard Business School, completing the Program for Leadership Development in 2016 and achieving PLD16 from 2012 to 2013. These educational experiences have contributed to his expertise in leadership and risk management.