Andreas Schmidt
About Andreas Schmidt
Andreas Schmidt serves as the Head of Global Fund Finance and Alternatives Investments at Raiffeisen Bank International AG, where he has worked since 2021. With over two decades of experience in the finance industry, he has held various leadership roles in asset-backed finance and securitization across multiple institutions.
Current Role at Raiffeisen Bank International
Andreas Schmidt currently serves as the Head of Global Fund Finance and Alternatives Investments at Raiffeisen Bank International AG. He has held this position since 2021, contributing to the bank's strategic initiatives in fund finance and alternative investment solutions. His role involves overseeing the development and management of financial products tailored to meet the needs of institutional investors and fund managers.
Previous Experience at Raiffeisen Bank International
Prior to his current role, Andreas Schmidt worked at Raiffeisen Bank International AG as Executive Director, Head of Asset Based Finance FI from 2012 to 2020. He also served as Executive Director, Head of Securitisation from 2007 to 2012. In these positions, he focused on asset-backed finance and securitization, leading teams and managing complex financial structures.
Career Background in Finance
Andreas Schmidt has over two decades of experience in the finance industry. His career includes significant roles at various financial institutions, such as Senior Manager at DaimlerChrysler Financial Services and Fortis, as well as Assistant Vice President at Commerzbank. He also held a position as Senior Manager in Capital Markets at LBBW. His extensive background encompasses structured finance, capital markets, and asset management.
Educational Qualifications
Andreas Schmidt studied at Reutlingen University, where he earned a degree in International Finance, achieving Betriebswirt (FH) from 1988 to 1993. He furthered his education at Université Savoie Mont Blanc, obtaining a Maîtrise L.E.A. in Commerce International with a focus on Applied Foreign Languages and International Business in 1994. His educational background supports his expertise in global finance.
Expertise in Fund Finance and Securitization
Andreas Schmidt possesses specialized expertise in structuring various financial facilities, including Capital Call Bridge Facilities, Hybrid & Asset-Backed Facilities, NAV Facilities, GP Support Facilities, and Asset Management Company Facilities. His deep understanding of asset-backed finance and securitization has been instrumental in his leadership roles across multiple financial institutions.