Vijay Bathla
About Vijay Bathla
Vijay Bathla is an Associate Director at UBS, where he has worked since 2019, focusing on audits and risk management. He has a strong background in finance, holding an MBA from IBS Hyderabad and extensive experience in various financial institutions.
Work at UBS
Vijay Bathla has been serving as an Associate Director at UBS since 2019. His role involves leading audits across various quantitative model types, including risk, credit, valuations, treasury, and algorithm models. He engages in discussions with stakeholders to address findings and issues identified during audits. Bathla is also involved in strategic work streams that extend beyond routine audits, contributing to the overall effectiveness of the audit function within the organization. His tenure at UBS has lasted for five years, during which he has developed a comprehensive understanding of the firm's operational and risk management frameworks.
Previous Experience at Credit Suisse
Before joining UBS, Vijay Bathla worked at Credit Suisse as an Assistant Vice President in Economic Risk Capital Methodology from 2013 to 2019. During his six years at Credit Suisse, he focused on economic risk capital methodologies, contributing to the firm's risk management strategies. His experience in this role provided him with a solid foundation in financial risk assessment and capital allocation processes, which are critical in the banking sector.
Educational Background
Vijay Bathla holds an MBA in Finance from IBS Hyderabad, where he studied from 2007 to 2009. Prior to that, he completed his Masters of Commerce and Bachelor of Commerce with honors at Delhi University from 2002 to 2007. Additionally, he has pursued further education in Risk Management through the Global Association of Risk Professionals, achieving a certification in Financial Risk Management. His educational qualifications equip him with a robust understanding of financial principles and risk management practices.
Career Path and Previous Roles
Vijay Bathla has held various positions throughout his career. He worked at the Royal Bank of Scotland as an Associate for seven months in 2012-2013. Prior to that, he served as a Deputy Manager at State Bank of India for two months in 2010. He also gained experience as an intern at PwC in 2008 for eleven months. These roles have contributed to his expertise in financial analysis and risk management, shaping his professional journey in the finance industry.