Olivia Vuadens Chan
About Olivia Vuadens Chan
Olivia Vuadens Chan serves as the Executive Assistant to the Global Head of Compliance and Operational Risk Control in Asset Management at UBS, where she has worked since 2018. With a background in economics and extensive experience in financial services, she focuses on high-quality work that mitigates financial risk and fosters teamwork across diverse cultures.
Work at UBS
Olivia Vuadens Chan has been employed at UBS since 2006. She currently holds the position of Executive Assistant to the Global Head of Compliance & Operational Risk Control in Asset Management, a role she has occupied since 2018. In this capacity, she manages the schedules and calendars of two executives, facilitating meetings, travel, and interviews. Prior to her current role, she worked as a Securities Specialist at UBS for 12 years. Her work emphasizes high-quality standards and proactive measures to mitigate financial risk and exposure.
Education and Expertise
Olivia Vuadens Chan earned her Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Economics from the University of Arkansas, where she studied from 1993 to 1996. Before that, she completed an Associate Degree in the American Degree Program at Kolej KDU from 1991 to 1992. Her educational background supports her strong passion for compliance and risk control in financial crime, particularly in areas such as Know Your Customer (KYC) and Anti-Money Laundering (AML).
Background
Olivia Vuadens Chan has a diverse professional background, having worked in various roles within the finance sector. Before joining UBS, she served as a Senior Fund Accountant at State Street Bank from 2001 to 2005 in Zürich. Additionally, she worked as a Purchase Ledger Clerk at DST International from 1997 to 2000 in Kingston upon Thames, United Kingdom. This range of experiences has contributed to her expertise in compliance and operational risk.
Professional Values
Olivia Vuadens Chan values high-quality work and emphasizes the importance of teamwork. She enjoys collaborating with individuals from different cultures, which enhances her ability to work effectively in diverse environments. Her commitment to avoiding financial risk and exposure is evident in her proactive approach to compliance and risk management.