Maxime Abarnou
About Maxime Abarnou
Maxime Abarnou serves as the Executive Director and Head of Internal Audit for Global Asset Servicing and Asset Management at UBS in Luxembourg. He has extensive experience in internal audit roles across various financial institutions and currently holds a position on the Board of Directors for the Institute of Internal Auditors in Luxembourg.
Current Role at UBS
Maxime Abarnou serves as the Executive Director and Head of Internal Audit for Global Asset Servicing and Asset Management in Luxembourg at UBS. He has held this position since 2024. In this role, he is responsible for auditing management’s risk and control culture, which plays a critical part in influencing the effectiveness of the control framework within the organization.
Previous Experience at Credit Suisse
Prior to his current role, Abarnou worked at Credit Suisse as Director and Head of Internal Audit for Asset Servicing and Asset Management in Luxembourg and Ireland from 2020 to 2023. During his tenure, he managed multi-jurisdictional audits and teams across Europe, enhancing his leadership and communication skills. He also served as the Internal Audit Product Owner for Global Asset Servicing and Fund Administration after UBS's acquisition of Credit Suisse.
Professional Background at State Street and EY
Before joining Credit Suisse, Abarnou was employed at State Street as Manager of Internal Audit from 2011 to 2020. He began his career at EY, where he worked as a Senior Auditor from 2007 to 2011. His extensive experience in internal audit roles has equipped him with a robust understanding of auditing practices and risk management.
Education and Academic Qualifications
Abarnou obtained a Master's degree in Administration and Business Management from IÉSEG School of Management, where he studied from 2003 to 2008. He also attended École des sciences de la gestion (ESG UQAM) for a year, focusing on Sciences de la gestion. His educational background has provided him with a solid foundation in management principles relevant to his career in internal audit.
Board Membership at IIA Luxembourg
In 2024, Abarnou was appointed as a member of the Board of Directors for the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) in Luxembourg. In this role, he aims to promote the internal audit profession and provide professional development opportunities for over 700 members, contributing to the advancement of the field within the region.