Cem Yildirim
About Cem Yildirim
Cem Yildirim is the Vice President at Jefferies with a diverse background in finance, having worked at HSBC and Idana Schuhe GmbH, and holding degrees from KEDGE Business School and Umea University.
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Cem Yildirim holds the position of Vice President at Jefferies, where he has been working since 2022. His role involves significant responsibilities in financial management and structured finance products.
Professional Experience at HSBC
Cem Yildirim has extensive experience at HSBC, having worked in various capacities from 2013 to 2022. His roles included working on MTNs & Structured Notes, a secondment focusing on broker outsourcing operations in London, and a position as a broker dealer in Düsseldorf. Additionally, he served as a trainee at HSBC Securities Services, gaining comprehensive exposure to different facets of the financial sector.
Internship Experience
Cem Yildirim began his career with internships that provided a solid foundation in finance and management. Notably, he completed an internship at Idana Schuhe GmbH in 2015, and another at Sustainability Intelligence Ltd. in 2014, focusing on sustainable ratings and investments. His early exposure also included an internship with HSBC's Global Asset Management, Sales, and Marketing division.
Education and Expertise
Cem Yildirim has a diverse educational background with a focus on finance and management. He holds a double degree from KEDGE Business School (Master of Management) and Umea School of Business and Economics (MBA) completed between 2015 and 2017. He also studied Business and Management at Fachhochschule Osnabrück, earning a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) degree. Additionally, he participated in a semester abroad at Marmara Üniversitesi, further broadening his academic experience.
International and Diverse Work Experience
Cem Yildirim has built a career with international exposure and diverse work experience. He has worked in multiple locations across Germany, including Düsseldorf and Hagen, and in London, United Kingdom. His roles have ranged from internships to high-responsibility positions, showcasing his ability to adapt and excel in various financial environments.