Sumit Mehta
About Sumit Mehta
Sumit Mehta serves as the Head of Investment Solutions at Legal & General, a position he has held since 2014. He has extensive experience in finance, having previously worked at RBS and Deutsche Bank, and has contributed to industry thought leadership and quantitative modeling.
Work at Legal & General
Sumit Mehta has served as the Head of Investment Solutions at Legal & General since 2014. In this role, he has been instrumental in developing quantitative modeling infrastructure within the Legal & General Retirement division. His leadership has been pivotal in shaping investment strategies for significant transactions, including the Aegon back book acquisition and derisking deals with British Airways, ICI Pension Fund, and the Vickers scheme. His tenure at Legal & General spans a decade, during which he has contributed to the company's growth and innovation in investment solutions.
Previous Experience in Finance
Before joining Legal & General, Sumit Mehta held the position of Senior Vice President in Rates & Inflation Structuring at RBS from 2005 to 2013. His work involved various international locations, including London, Amsterdam, and Tokyo. Earlier in his career, he worked as an Analyst in Corporate and Investment Banking at Deutsche Bank for 11 months in Mumbai. This diverse experience across major financial institutions has equipped him with a broad understanding of investment strategies and market dynamics.
Education and Expertise
Sumit Mehta holds an MBA in Finance and Economics from the Indian Institute of Management, Bangalore, where he studied from 2003 to 2005. He also earned a Bachelor of Engineering in Electronics from Victoria Jubilee Technological Institute (V.J.T.I) from 1999 to 2003. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his expertise in investment solutions and quantitative modeling.
Publications and Thought Leadership
Sumit Mehta co-edited a multi-author book titled 'Derivatives Markets: The New Regulatory Paradigm' in 2016, contributing to the discourse on derivative markets. He actively participates in industry conferences and roundtables, sharing his insights and expertise. His involvement in thought leadership initiatives reflects his commitment to advancing knowledge in the finance sector.
Awards and Recognition
In recognition of his contributions to the finance industry, Sumit Mehta was nominated by Trade Magazine as one of the 'Forty under Forty' Rising Stars. Additionally, he received the Risk Manager of the Year award in 2014 from Risk Magazine, highlighting his impact and leadership in risk management within investment solutions.