Scott Abbott
About Scott Abbott
Scott Abbott is the Executive Director at UBS, where he has worked since 2012. He has extensive experience in management and regulatory compliance, having held senior positions at firms such as Accenture, Booz Allen Hamilton, and Newedge.
Current Role at UBS
Scott Abbott serves as Executive Director at UBS, a position he has held since 2012. In this role, he directs major cross-divisional programs that significantly impact US business units. His focus includes business integration, regulatory compliance, and enabling new business initiatives. Abbott's leadership in these areas contributes to the overall strategic direction of the firm.
Previous Experience at Accenture
Before joining UBS, Scott Abbott worked at Accenture as a Senior Manager from 1994 to 2002. During his eight years at Accenture, he gained extensive experience in management consulting, contributing to various projects that enhanced operational efficiency and strategic planning for clients.
Leadership at Newedge
Scott Abbott held the position of Senior Director and Head of Change Management for the Americas at Newedge from 2009 to 2012. In this role, he was responsible for overseeing change management initiatives across the organization, focusing on improving processes and ensuring successful implementation of strategic changes in the Greater Chicago Area.
Educational Background
Scott Abbott has a robust educational background in engineering and management. He earned a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science from The Johns Hopkins University. He furthered his studies at the University of Maryland, achieving a Master of Science in Electrical Engineering. Abbott also obtained an MBA from the Kellogg School of Management at Northwestern University, specializing in Strategy, Finance, and Marketing.
Expertise in Regulatory Compliance
Scott Abbott is recognized as a subject matter expert in regulatory topics, including the Consolidated Audit Trail, accelerated securities settlement, resolution planning, FATCA, Dodd-Frank, and OTC clearing. He actively contributes to regulatory working groups such as SIFMA and FIF, providing insights and guidance on compliance matters. Additionally, he advises the US board of directors on cyber security and IT resilience.