Georges Yacoub
About Georges Yacoub
Georges Yacoub is a Senior Client Services Risk Consultant at Murex, specializing in VaR, FRTB, and Bilateral Initial Margin. He has a background in Electrical and Electronics Engineering and Logistics, with previous experience in supply chain analysis and electro-mechanical engineering internships.
Work at Murex
Georges Yacoub has been employed at Murex since 2013, where he holds the position of Senior Client Services Risk Consultant. His role focuses on Value at Risk (VaR), Fundamental Review of the Trading Book (FRTB), and Bilateral Initial Margin. Over the course of his tenure, he has developed expertise in risk management and client services within the financial technology sector, contributing to Murex's reputation in providing comprehensive solutions for financial institutions.
Previous Experience in Supply Chain and Engineering
Prior to his current role, Georges Yacoub worked as a Supply Chain Analyst at Saint-Gobain Sekurit for six months in 2012. This position was based in the Paris Area, France, where he gained experience in supply chain operations. Additionally, he completed two internships as an Electro-mechanical Engineer at INDEVCO, Phoenix Machinery. The first internship was in 2010 for one month in Lebanon, followed by a second internship in 2011 for four months, also in Lebanon.
Education and Expertise
Georges Yacoub earned his Bachelor of Engineering in Electrical and Electronics Engineering from Saint Joseph University of Beirut, where he studied from 2006 to 2011. He furthered his education at École des Ponts ParisTech, obtaining a degree in Global Supply Chain Management from 2011 to 2012. His academic background provides a strong foundation in engineering principles and supply chain management, enhancing his capabilities in his current consulting role.
Background
Georges Yacoub has a diverse professional background that spans engineering, supply chain management, and risk consulting. His early career included internships that provided practical experience in electro-mechanical engineering, while his subsequent roles have focused on supply chain analysis and risk management in the financial sector. His international experience includes work in both Lebanon and France.