Karen O'brien
About Karen O'brien
Karen O'Brien is a Pension Payment Specialist with extensive experience in the financial services industry, specializing in financial analysis and risk management. She has worked for notable organizations such as Legal & General and Dun & Bradstreet, and holds a Bachelor's Degree in History from the University of Stirling.
Work at Legal & General
Karen O'Brien has been employed at Legal & General as a Pension Payment Specialist since 2019. In this role, she is responsible for managing pension payments, ensuring accuracy and compliance with relevant regulations. Her tenure at Legal & General spans five years, during which she has contributed to the financial services sector in Cardiff.
Previous Experience in Financial Services
Before joining Legal & General, Karen O'Brien held various positions in the financial services industry. She worked at HM Revenue & Customs as a Debt Management Advisor for one month in 2017. Additionally, she spent one year at LexisNexis Risk Solutions in Managed Services Data from 2017 to 2018. Her longest tenure was at Dun & Bradstreet, where she served as a Financial Analyst for 20 years, from 1996 to 2016.
Education and Expertise
Karen O'Brien holds a Bachelor's Degree in History from the University of Stirling. She also completed a basic accountancy course, which complements her skills in financial analysis and risk management. Her educational background supports her expertise in financial services, particularly in areas such as quality control and internal audit.
Background in Financial Analysis and Risk Management
Karen O'Brien has a demonstrated history of working in financial analysis, quality control, credit risk, financial risk, and internal audit. Her extensive experience in these areas has equipped her with the skills necessary to navigate complex financial environments and contribute effectively to her roles in the financial services industry.