Pankaj Vaishnavi
About Pankaj Vaishnavi
Pankaj Vaishnavi is an Executive Director at UBS, with a strong background in quantitative research and finance. He has held senior positions at several major financial institutions and has advanced academic qualifications, including a PhD from Imperial College London.
Current Role at UBS
Pankaj Vaishnavi serves as an Executive Director at UBS, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he applies his extensive experience in quantitative research and financial markets. His focus includes pricing and optimization within cash and synthetic prime brokerage, as well as exchange-traded derivatives. His leadership in the Quantitative Research Markets team emphasizes Fixed Income financing, catering to both EMEA and Emerging Markets Trading.
Previous Experience at J.P. Morgan
Prior to his current role, Pankaj Vaishnavi worked at J.P. Morgan as an Executive Director from 2015 to 2021. During his six years at the firm in London, he contributed to various projects that enhanced the firm's capabilities in financial services. His work involved significant engagement with quantitative analysis and market strategies.
Work History at Commerzbank AG and Credit Suisse
Pankaj Vaishnavi has held positions at Commerzbank AG and Credit Suisse. At Commerzbank AG, he worked on the Rates & Hybrids, XVA Desk from 2013 to 2015, focusing on innovative financial solutions. Prior to that, he was at Credit Suisse from 2011 to 2013, where he specialized in the Rates & Inflation Derivatives Desk. Both roles contributed to his expertise in financial markets and quantitative research.
Education and Expertise
Pankaj Vaishnavi has a strong academic background. He studied at the Indian Institute of Technology, Kharagpur, where he earned a B.Tech. (Hons.) in 2003. He furthered his education with an M.Phil. from the University of Cambridge in 2004 and completed his PhD at Imperial College London in 2009. His studies have equipped him with advanced knowledge in machine learning and statistical models, particularly for optimal inventory allocation in securities trading.
Background and Early Education
Pankaj Vaishnavi began his educational journey at Burn Hall School in Srinagar, Kashmir. This foundational education set the stage for his subsequent academic achievements at prestigious institutions. His early education contributed to his analytical skills and interest in quantitative research, which he has developed throughout his career.