Marcel Schildknecht
About Marcel Schildknecht
Marcel Schildknecht serves as the Executive Director of Financial Crime Prevention and Senior Project Manager at UBS, where he has worked since 2008. He has played a key role in developing the bank's US Resolution Plan and implementing solutions to enhance regulatory compliance and client oversight.
Work at UBS
Marcel Schildknecht has been employed at UBS since 2008, serving as Executive Director in the Financial Crime Prevention division. His role as Senior Project Manager involves overseeing various initiatives aimed at enhancing the bank's compliance and regulatory frameworks. He has been instrumental in developing solutions that improve the bank's resolvability and regulatory adherence, particularly in the Greater New York City Area.
Education and Expertise
Marcel Schildknecht studied at Commercial Banking College in Switzerland, where he focused on banking principles. He completed his studies from 1988 to 1991, earning a Bachelor's degree in Banking. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his extensive experience in financial crime prevention and regulatory compliance within the banking sector.
Background
Marcel Schildknecht has a significant background in financial crime prevention and regulatory compliance. Over his 16 years at UBS, he has developed and implemented various programs aimed at strengthening the bank's governance and oversight. His work includes managing interactions with regulators and ensuring compliance with regulatory expectations, which highlights his expertise in navigating complex regulatory environments.
Achievements
During his tenure at UBS, Marcel Schildknecht developed the US Resolution Plan from 2014 to 2018, focusing on enhancing the bank's resolvability. He implemented a Single Client View solution to provide a comprehensive understanding of client relationships, which aids in meeting regulatory standards. Additionally, he led a transaction monitoring project utilizing Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning to improve the efficiency of the Actimize solution.
Regulatory Compliance Initiatives
Marcel Schildknecht has designed and implemented legal entity governance and oversight programs to bolster UBS' regulatory compliance framework. He has overseen enhancements to UBS' Risk Assessment tool, automating data sourcing and risk calculations. His efforts in managing regulatory inquiries and bank branch exams further demonstrate his commitment to maintaining high compliance standards within the organization.