Samantha Kirby
About Samantha Kirby
Samantha Kirby is a seasoned professional in project management and risk analysis, currently serving as a SFTR Programme BA at UBS since 2019. She has extensive experience in the financial sector, having held various roles at notable institutions including HSBC, Credit Suisse, and J.P. Morgan.
Work at UBS
Samantha Kirby has held multiple roles at UBS, contributing significantly to various programs. She worked as a FRTB Risk PMO and Brexit Programme BA from 2017 to 2019, focusing on risk management initiatives. Since 2019, she has been serving as a SFTR Programme BA, where she continues to apply her expertise in financial regulations and reporting. Her tenure at UBS reflects her commitment to enhancing operational efficiency and compliance within the organization.
Previous Experience in Financial Services
Samantha Kirby has extensive experience in the financial services sector, having worked at several prominent institutions. Before her current role at UBS, she was at Credit Suisse as Head of PMO for the FRTB Programme and UK Risk Portfolio PMO from 2015 to 2017. She also worked at HSBC Global Banking and Markets as Traded Risk Change PMO in 2015. Her career includes positions at J.P. Morgan, Royal Bank of Scotland, and Morgan Stanley, where she held various project management and finance roles.
Education and Expertise
Samantha Kirby studied at University College, where she earned a BSc (Hons.) in Genetics. Her educational background provides a strong foundation for her analytical skills in the financial sector. Additionally, her extensive experience across multiple financial institutions has equipped her with expertise in project management, risk assessment, and regulatory compliance.
Career Timeline
Samantha Kirby's career spans over two decades in the financial services industry. She began her career at NatWest Markets as Assistant Treasurer in Financial Control from 1996 to 1998. She then transitioned to J.P. Morgan, where she worked for five years. Following that, she held various positions at Royal Bank of Scotland, Deutsche Bank, and Morgan Stanley, before joining UBS. Her diverse roles illustrate her adaptability and depth of knowledge in financial project management.