Mehmet Cemal
About Mehmet Cemal
Mehmet Cemal serves as the COO of UBS Group Data, having previously held various leadership roles at UBS for over a decade. He possesses expertise in cloud migrations, fiscal planning, and staff development, along with a strong educational background in IT and engineering.
Current Role at UBS
Mehmet Cemal currently serves as the Chief Operating Officer (COO) of UBS Group Data. He has held this position since 2023, overseeing data operations and strategy within the organization. His role involves ensuring efficient data management practices and aligning data initiatives with UBS's broader business objectives.
Previous Positions at UBS
Mehmet Cemal has held multiple significant roles at UBS prior to his current position. He was the Global Head of Infrastructure Service Management from 2015 to 2022, and the CIO for Global Asset Management from 2013 to 2022. Additionally, he served as the Global Head of Shared Services and Head of Migration and Transformation Services. His tenure at UBS spans over a decade, showcasing his extensive experience within the organization.
Education and Expertise
Mehmet Cemal holds a Master of Science (MSc) in IT and Management from University College London, which he completed in 1997. He also earned a Bachelor of Engineering (BEng) in Biomedical Materials with Engineering from Queen Mary University of London. His expertise includes cloud curation and migrations, fiscal planning, budget creation, and relationship management.
Career Background
Before joining UBS, Mehmet Cemal worked at various organizations, including Barclays Global Investors as a Principal and Barclays Capital as COO Office. He also served as a Director at Qwest and held the position of Vice President at Deutsche Bank. His career has involved significant leadership roles in infrastructure and asset management.
Staff Development and Globalization Initiatives
Mehmet Cemal has developed staff development programs aimed at enhancing employee skills and career growth. He has also been involved in the start-up of offshore centers, contributing to the globalization of teams and processes. His initiatives have focused on improving operational efficiency and fostering talent within organizations.