Senior Murex Consultant · Expert

• Lead model validation during major migration project from Sophis to Mx3, ensuring that all changes were appropriately validated before reaching production environments. • Oversaw backlog management for model validation team, aligning priorities with broader program objectives. • Supported complex migrations including book moves and index transitions, ensuring accuracy of risk exposure data. • Designed and implemented Datamart extractions to enhance reporting capabilities. • Coordinated automated validation using MxTest, significantly increasing test coverage and reducing manual testing effort. • Acted as bridge between model owners, validation teams, and senior stakeholders to ensure consistent delivery.

• Led the Murex binary upgrade from version 2.11 to 3.1.51, extending project scope to cover migration of legacy interfaces. • Designed and built inbound/outbound interfaces across asset classes, including comprehensive design documents and Jira stories. • Hands-on management of interface development and operation on the integration platform. • Converted existing integration points to ensure smooth transition with upgraded Murex version. • Implemented and adapted MxML workflows and exchange rules to support upgraded environment. • Delivered Markitwire interface implementation, adapting formulas for compatibility.

• Established and trained a global Murex support team, focusing on rapid deployment and support models for financial institutions. • Acted as regional project manager, coordinating Murex consulting assignments across the Middle East.

• Managed binary upgrade from Murex 3.1.26 to 3.1.35, including regression automation and P&L reconciliation. • Introduced CI/CD practices to Murex testing pipeline, building automated test scripts in MxTest. • Redesigned Murex application environment post data centre migration from Solaris to Linux. • Optimized EOD processes, datamart feeders, and extractions; implemented purge procedures to streamline data management. • Delivered Datamart enhancements including dynamic tables, batch feeders with complex filters, and custom extractions.

• Built and led a team responsible for supporting Murex application across wide range of asset classes. • Resourced internal and external staff, managing full recruitment and onboarding process. • Reviewed implementation of Murex in production; optimized system performance and tuning. • Negotiated team structure and responsibilities with stakeholders for optimal support model.

• Directed global Murex implementation for IRD derivatives and FXMM, integrating with bank systems. • Oversaw SIT/UAT/Regression/Integration/Performance and End-to-End testing phases. • Managed daily production issues for FO and BO desks, ensuring system stability. • Integrated Fortis Back-Office and accounting system into Murex platform. • Led development of MxML exchange, Datamart, EOD, and infrastructure enhancements.

Held senior consulting and technical leadership positions at Commerzbank, Credit Lyonnais, Dresdner Bank, Société Générale, and Murex (software vendor). Delivered multiple implementations, migrations, and system designs, including Murex MX-Equities, Currency+, and MxG2000. Contributions included system optimization, reconciliation tool development, integration with settlement and accounting systems, and support for international branches.