Lev Yakimov
About Lev Yakimov
Lev Yakimov is a Senior Manager of Tech Support at Nuvei, with a strong background in payments strategy and fraud management. He has held various roles in the payments sector, including positions at Paddle and Gett, and holds an MBA from Imperial College Business School.
Current Role at Nuvei
Lev Yakimov serves as the Senior Manager of Tech Support at Nuvei, a position he has held since 2024. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing technical support operations, ensuring efficient service delivery, and addressing client needs. His extensive background in payment systems and fraud management contributes to his effectiveness in this position.
Previous Experience at Paddle
Prior to joining Nuvei, Lev Yakimov worked at Paddle as the Payments Strategy Manager from 2022 to 2024. During his tenure, he focused on developing and implementing payment strategies that enhanced the company's operational efficiency and customer experience. His role involved analyzing payment flows and optimizing processes.
Background in Fraud Management at Gett
Lev Yakimov has significant experience in fraud management, having held multiple roles at Gett. He was the Global Head of Payments and Fraud from 2020 to 2022, where he led initiatives to combat fraud and improve payment systems. Earlier, he served as the Global Payments & Fraud Manager from 2018 to 2019 and as a Global Fraud & Payments Analyst from 2016 to 2019, developing a deep understanding of fraud patterns and user behavior.
Education and Academic Qualifications
Lev Yakimov earned his Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Imperial College Business School, completing the program from 2021 to 2023. He also holds a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Biological and Biomedical Sciences from Tel Aviv University, which he completed from 2012 to 2016. Additionally, he participated in an exchange program at the University of Toronto, studying various scientific disciplines from 2014 to 2015.
Expertise in Payment Systems
Lev Yakimov possesses expert knowledge in payment systems and flows, which he has developed through his various roles in the tech and finance sectors. His experience includes building data-driven fraud strategies and analyzing payment processes to enhance security and efficiency. This expertise positions him as a valuable asset in the field of tech support and fraud management.