Ying Wu, Cfa
About Ying Wu, Cfa
Ying Wu is a Senior Vice President and Head of RFP at Lazard Asset Management, with over 10 years of experience in producing accurate RFPs and DDQs focused on China and Europe. Fluent in Mandarin and Shanghai Chinese, Wu effectively communicates with Asian clients and leverages technical market knowledge to deliver tailored client solutions.
Current Role at Lazard Asset Management
Ying Wu serves as the Senior Vice President and Head of RFP at Lazard Asset Management, a position held since 2021. In this role, she leads the Request for Proposal (RFP) team, focusing on delivering tailored solutions for clients. Her responsibilities include managing the RFP process and ensuring that proposals meet the specific needs of clients, particularly in the Asian market.
Previous Experience at Lazard Asset Management
Ying Wu has extensive experience at Lazard Asset Management, having held various positions since 2009. She served as Vice President and RFP Manager from 2009 to 2015, followed by roles as Vice President in Client Services from 2015 to 2017 and as a Product Specialist (maternity cover) from 2017 to 2018. Additionally, she worked as a Senior Vice President and Product Manager from 2018 to 2021, contributing to the firm's product offerings and client engagement strategies.
Experience at Goldman Sachs Asset Management
Prior to her tenure at Lazard, Ying Wu worked at Goldman Sachs Asset Management. She held the position of Senior Analyst in Business Development Services from 2007 to 2009 and began her career there as an Analyst in Security Operations from 2005 to 2007. During her time at Goldman Sachs, she demonstrated her analytical skills and contributed to business development initiatives.
Education and Qualifications
Ying Wu holds a First Class Honours degree in Management & Systems from Cass Business School, where she studied from 2002 to 2005. She also completed a Foundation Course in Business and European Studies at King's College London from 2001 to 2002. Her educational background provides a strong foundation for her career in asset management and client services.
Language Proficiency and Technical Skills
Ying Wu is fluent in Mandarin and Shanghai Chinese, which enhances her ability to communicate effectively with Asian clients. She possesses strong technical skills, particularly in Excel and FactSet, enabling her to analyze and present data that meets client requirements. Her expertise in producing accurate RFPs and DDQs, particularly focused on China and Europe, underscores her proficiency in the asset management sector.