Niels Guertler
About Niels Guertler
Niels Guertler is a Director at UBS with over a decade of experience in Treasury Liquidity Risk. He holds a Ph.D. in Plasma and High-Temperature Physics and has expertise in designing liquidity risk models and optimizing bank liquidity management.
Work at UBS
Niels Guertler has served as a Director at UBS since 2018. He is based in the Zürich Area, Switzerland. In his role, he guides teams in the design and implementation of liquidity risk models. His expertise in Treasury Liquidity Risk topics is instrumental in optimizing bank liquidity management. Guertler specializes in deploying sophisticated models within cloud environments, enhancing the efficiency of liquidity management processes.
Education and Expertise
Niels Guertler has a strong academic background in physics and computer science. He studied at RWTH Aachen University, where he earned a Diplom in Physics and a Diplom in Computer Science, completing his studies from 2000 to 2007. He furthered his education at the Max-Planck Institute for Plasmaphysics and TU Munich, obtaining a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Plasma and High-Temperature Physics from 2007 to 2011. This diverse educational foundation supports his extensive experience in Treasury Liquidity Risk.
Background
Niels Guertler completed his early education at Goerres Gymnasium Duesseldorf, achieving the Abitur from 1990 to 1999. His academic journey laid the groundwork for a career that transitioned from advanced physical modeling on high-performance computer systems to the financial services industry. This background provides him with a unique perspective on the intersection of technology and finance.
Achievements
With over a decade of experience in Treasury Liquidity Risk, Niels Guertler has contributed significantly to the development of liquidity risk models at UBS. His work involves implementing advanced models in cloud environments, which has improved the bank's liquidity management strategies. His transition from physical modeling to finance showcases his adaptability and technical proficiency.