Isabelle O'hara
About Isabelle O'hara
Isabelle O'Hara serves as the Executive Director of Compliance at UBS, where she has worked since 2011. She holds a BA in Art History and Russian from Connecticut College and an MBA in Finance and Management from NYU Stern School of Business, along with multiple securities licenses and a certification in European data protection laws.
Work at UBS
Isabelle O'hara has served as the Executive Director of Compliance at UBS since 2011. In this role, she oversees compliance strategies and ensures adherence to regulatory requirements within the organization. Her responsibilities include managing compliance frameworks and implementing policies that align with financial regulations. O'hara's extensive experience in compliance positions her as a key figure in maintaining UBS's commitment to regulatory standards.
Education and Expertise
Isabelle O'hara holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from Connecticut College, where she studied Art History and Russian. She furthered her education at NYU Stern School of Business, earning a Master of Business Administration with a focus on Finance and Management. O'hara is also a Certified Information Privacy Professional/Europe (CIPP/E), indicating her expertise in European data protection laws. Additionally, she holds multiple securities licenses, including Series 7, 9/10, 24, and 63, reflecting her comprehensive understanding of financial regulations.
Background
Before her tenure at UBS, Isabelle O'hara worked at AIG as a Senior Compliance Officer in Monitoring and Testing for a period of seven months in 2010 to 2011. Prior to that, she spent five years at Bank of America Merrill Lynch as a Compliance Executive in Global Banking and Markets Compliance from 2005 to 2010. Her background in these organizations has contributed to her extensive knowledge and experience in compliance and regulatory matters.
Specializations in Compliance and Technology
Isabelle O'hara specializes in various aspects of compliance, particularly in privacy, voice recording, monitoring and testing, and electronic communications. Her diverse skill set in these areas highlights her ability to navigate the complexities of compliance in a technology-driven environment. O'hara's focus on these specializations enables her to effectively address the challenges posed by evolving regulations and technological advancements.