Pieter Apers
About Pieter Apers
Pieter Apers is the Head of Services Europe and AMUK - Customer Experience at SWIFT, where he has worked since 2019. He has extensive experience in the financial services sector, having held various roles at SWIFT and Euroclear, and has also been involved in running a recording studio for 18 years.
Current Role at SWIFT
Pieter Apers currently serves as the Head of Services Europe and AMUK - Customer Experience at SWIFT. In this role, he leads a team responsible for delivering services valued at over EUR 35 million annually. He plays a key role in strategic initiatives such as ESMIG, ISO, and Customer Security, contributing to the overall customer experience and service delivery.
Previous Experience at SWIFT
Pieter Apers has held multiple positions at SWIFT. He worked as Head of Services and Technical Presales - EMEA for 8 months in 2019, and as Head of Consulting Services, EMEA for 6 months in 2018. Additionally, he served as Manager Integration Services from 2014 to 2018 and as Product Manager from 2008 to 2009. His extensive experience at SWIFT spans over a decade, focusing on enhancing service delivery and customer engagement.
Career Background in Financial Services
Before joining SWIFT, Pieter Apers worked at Euroclear in various roles, including Project Manager Applications Development, Network Manager, and Product Manager from 1995 to 2008. He also gained experience as an Application Support professional at J.P. Morgan for a brief period in 1994. His background in financial services has equipped him with a comprehensive understanding of the industry's operational and technical demands.
Educational Background
Pieter Apers studied Mathematics at KA Leopoldsburg from 1983 to 1989. He furthered his education at Vrije Universiteit Brussel, where he studied Economics and earned the Handelsingenieur degree from 1989 to 1994. His educational background provides a solid foundation for his roles in technical and managerial capacities within the financial sector.
Recording Studio Operations
In addition to his professional career in financial services, Pieter Apers has been actively running a recording studio, Hangar87.be, for the past 18 years. He works as a recording engineer and producer, showcasing his diverse skill set and interests outside of his primary career.