Thijs Plancke 天思·普朗克
About Thijs Plancke 天思·普朗克
Thijs Plancke is a professional in Monitoring Surveillance and Controls Product Management at UBS, where he has worked since 2019. He has a diverse background in data analytics, change management, and library science, with previous roles at PwC and the European Petrochemical Association.
Current Role at UBS
Thijs Plancke currently holds the position of Monitoring Surveillance & Controls Product Management - Control Catalogue at UBS. He has been in this role since 2019, contributing to the development and management of surveillance and control systems within the organization. His work focuses on enhancing operational risk management functions, making them more resilient and data-driven.
Previous Experience at UBS
Before his current role, Thijs Plancke worked at UBS as a Data Analytics & Change professional in the APAC Monitoring, Surveillance & Controls team from 2017 to 2019. During his two years in this position, he was based in Singapore and contributed to the monitoring and surveillance efforts within the Asia-Pacific region.
Professional Background
Thijs Plancke has a diverse professional background, having worked in various roles across different organizations. He served as a Market Intelligence Specialist at PwC Belgium from 2006 to 2012 and later as a Knowledge Manager at PwC Singapore from 2012 to 2014. He also held the position of Data Analyst at PwC Singapore from 2014 to 2017, where he focused on data-driven insights.
Education and Expertise
Thijs Plancke studied at KU Leuven, where he achieved a Master's degree in Sinology from 1997 to 2003. He also attended the University of Antwerp, earning a Graduate in Documentation and Library Science from 2003 to 2004. Additionally, he completed a Chinese Language and Culture program for Foreigners at Chongqing University from 2000 to 2001.
Focus Areas and Methodologies
In his current role, Thijs Plancke utilizes agile methodologies to design and create core applications within the second line of defense operating model. He aims to automate and standardize control execution globally, enhancing operational risk mitigation. His specialization includes market conduct and financial crime, addressing evolving risks and threats in the financial sector.