Amarjot Brar
About Amarjot Brar
Amarjot Brar is a Senior Manager of Group Risk at QBE Insurance in Sydney, Australia, a position he has held since 2017. He has a background in risk management and compliance, with previous roles at Commonwealth Bank of Australia, Westpac, and PwC Australia.
Current Role at QBE Insurance Group
Amarjot Brar serves as the Senior Manager of Group Risk at QBE Insurance Group, a position he has held since 2017. His role involves overseeing risk management strategies and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. Based in Sydney, Australia, he contributes to the organization's efforts in managing operational risks and enhancing risk governance frameworks.
Previous Experience at Commonwealth Bank of Australia
Before joining QBE Insurance Group, Amarjot Brar worked at Commonwealth Bank of Australia as a Client Account Executive from 2007 to 2008. In this role, he was responsible for managing client accounts and providing financial solutions to meet client needs. His tenure at the bank lasted for one year.
Professional Background at Westpac
Amarjot Brar held multiple positions at Westpac, including Senior Manager of Operational Risk and Compliance Assurance from 2016 to 2017. He also served as an Executive Manager (Acting) in the same department for three months during that period. Additionally, he worked as Manager of BT Risk from 2013 to 2015, focusing on risk management within the organization.
Education and Qualifications
Amarjot Brar earned a Bachelor of Business Administration and Commerce (BBA/BComm) with a focus on Accounting and Finance from Macquarie University, completing his studies from 2004 to 2008. He also achieved the Chartered Accountant designation from Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand, further enhancing his expertise in financial management and accounting.
Experience at PwC Australia
Prior to his roles in the banking sector, Amarjot Brar worked at PwC Australia as a Senior Associate from 2008 to 2013. His responsibilities included providing audit and consulting services, where he gained valuable experience in risk assessment and financial analysis over a five-year period.