Christoph Lehner
About Christoph Lehner
Christoph Lehner serves as the Head of Group Compliance at Raiffeisen Bank International AG, a position he has held since 2015. He has a strong academic background in law and business, with multiple degrees and extensive experience in compliance, particularly in areas such as Anti-Money Laundering and Financial Sanctions.
Current Role at Raiffeisen Bank International
Christoph Lehner serves as the Head of Group Compliance at Raiffeisen Bank International AG. He has held this position since 2015, accumulating nine years of experience in compliance management within the banking sector. His role involves overseeing compliance strategies and ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements across the organization.
Educational Background
Christoph Lehner has a robust educational background in law and business. He studied Rechtswissenschaften (Law) at Johannes Kepler Universität Linz, where he earned both his Magister and Doktor (Ph.D.) degrees. He also completed an LL.M. in Commercial Law at University College Dublin. Additionally, he participated in the Advanced Management Program at INSEAD, focusing on Business, Management, and Marketing.
Previous Work Experience
Before joining Raiffeisen Bank International, Christoph Lehner worked at DORDA Rechtsanwälte GmbH as an Associate from 2007 to 2009. He also gained experience as a Junior Consultant at KPMG Ireland from 2006 to 2007. These roles contributed to his expertise in compliance and legal matters.
Compliance Specializations
Christoph Lehner specializes in various compliance areas, including Anti-Money Laundering, Counter Terrorist Financing, and Financial Sanctions. He is proficient in implementing and overseeing Internal Control Systems and has expertise in managing Code of Conduct, Anti-Fraud, and Anti-Corruption initiatives. His knowledge extends to Capital Markets Compliance, FATCA, CRS, and QI regulations.
Skills in Conflict Management
Christoph Lehner is experienced in handling Complaints Management and addressing Conflict of Interest issues. His skills in these areas are essential for maintaining compliance and ethical standards within the organizations he has worked for.