Christian Thams
About Christian Thams
Christian Thams is a Senior Relationship Manager at Lombard Odier Group, with extensive experience in private banking and investment solutions. He previously held various senior roles at Credit Suisse and has a strong educational background in business administration and executive management.
Current Role at Lombard Odier
Christian Thams serves as a Senior Relationship Manager at Lombard Odier Group, a position he has held since 2023. He is based in Madrid, Comunidad de Madrid, España. In this role, he is responsible for managing client relationships and providing tailored financial solutions.
Previous Experience at Credit Suisse
Thams has extensive experience with Credit Suisse, where he worked in various roles from 2006 to 2022. His positions included Director of the Madrid Office, Vice President of Private Banking, and Team Head for UHNW clients. He also served as Managing Director and Expert Relationship Manager for UHNWI clients. His tenure at Credit Suisse spanned multiple cities, including Madrid and Zürich.
Education and Professional Development
Christian Thams studied at IESE Business School, completing the Senior Executive Management Program (PDG) from 2019 to 2020. He also holds a degree in International Business Administration from Universidad Pontificia Comillas, which he completed from 1998 to 2002. Additionally, he studied Business Administration at ESB Business School, Reutlingen University, achieving Diplom Betriebswirt from 2000 to 2002.
Mentoring and Coaching Initiatives
Thams has been actively engaged in mentoring and coaching junior relationship managers internationally from 2016 to 2023. This involvement reflects his commitment to developing talent within the financial services sector and supporting the growth of emerging professionals.
Involvement in Diversity and Inclusion
During his time at Credit Suisse, Thams worked closely with the Diversity & Inclusion Committee and was a former member of the CS Philanthropy Committee. His participation in these initiatives highlights his dedication to fostering an inclusive workplace and supporting philanthropic efforts.