Varun Chawla
About Varun Chawla
Varun Chawla is a Vice President at Two Sigma, where he has worked since 2019. He has extensive experience in finance, having previously held positions at Deutsche Bank and ABN AMRO, and holds a Master's degree in Commerce from the University of Mumbai.
Work at Two Sigma
Varun Chawla has served as Vice President at Two Sigma since 2019. In this role, he has implemented SWIFT connectivity and operational reporting initiatives aimed at improving client trade management. He has led the revamp of the hedge fund client portal, which enhanced client interaction and operational efficiency. Additionally, he has conceptualized and coordinated key initiatives across all functions of Prime Brokerage, focusing on client onboarding and trade processing. Chawla has executed regulatory and collateral optimization initiatives to ensure compliance with regulations while maintaining business efficiencies.
Previous Experience at Deutsche Bank
Before joining Two Sigma, Varun Chawla worked at Deutsche Bank as Vice President of Product Development from 2008 to 2019. During his tenure, he focused on enhancing product offerings and operational processes within the bank. His experience at Deutsche Bank contributed to his expertise in financial services and product development.
Experience as Equity Analyst at ABN AMRO
Varun Chawla began his career at ABN AMRO, where he worked as an Equity Analyst from 2007 to 2008 in Mumbai. In this position, he analyzed equity markets and provided insights that informed investment decisions. This role laid the foundation for his subsequent positions in the financial industry.
Education and Expertise
Varun Chawla studied at the University of Mumbai, where he earned a Master's degree in Commerce from 2001 to 2007. He furthered his education at the Mountbatten Institute, studying International Business from 2009 to 2010. His academic background has equipped him with a solid foundation in business principles and practices, which he applies in his professional roles.
Regulatory Knowledge and Client Asset Protection
Varun Chawla possesses a deep understanding of US broker dealer books and records, with a focus on client asset protection and US regulatory margin rules. His expertise in regulatory compliance and operational efficiency has been instrumental in executing initiatives that align with industry standards and regulations.