Dess Hermann
Senior Product Owner | Investment Management
Salaire / Taux journalier
Nice, France
Freelance, ouvert au CDI
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Introduction
ML Engineer & Product Manager with 15+ years in fintech/regtech, specializing in AI-driven solutions for investment management. Led DLT architecture from concept to code, modernized business operations with ML models, and managed €8M+ portfolios. Expert in regulatory compliance, risk mitigation, and translating complex technical requirements into scalable solutions.
Expérience de travail
Machine Learning Engineering (professional training)
OpenClassrooms
juil. 2022 - Présent
4 ans 4 mois
Nice, France
- Directed a full-scale modernization initiative for a family business, applying ML models, analytical discipline and productivity leverage to optimize revenue and operations processes. - Made the strategic decision to halt a project upon conclusive data proving turnaround infeasibility, which mitigated significant financial risk. - Architected a DLT solution, from concept to code and prelaunch, applying hands-on expertise in AI assisted MVP development, cybersecurity and systems engineering.
Consulting Manager
Margin Reform
juin 2020 - juil. 2021
1 an 2 mois
Paris, France
– Collaborated with R&D and sales leaders, leveraging business and technical expertise to support custody, depository and investment management clients success.
Consulting Manager
Semantys
oct. 2019 - mai 2020
8 mois
Paris Area, France
– Spearheaded service offering and operations for the financial services dept., for 10+ banking & insurance clients, translated problems to requirements/proposals, recruiting a strong team, positioning the practice for growth. – Led the development of managed services and regulatory compliance client support for key RFPs and contract agreements. – Forged strategic partnerships, HR and knowledge management initiatives, incl. with a global leader of Depository and Clearing services, providing a 120+ consulting and technology team with cutting-edge industry expertise.
The Allen Partnership LLP
juin 2014 - juil. 2019
5 ans 2 mois
Nice, France
Transition Manager
mai 2018 - juil. 2019
1 an 3 mois
Nice, France
– Led HR, Client Services, FP&A, and Treasury for a 110+ employee entity, €8M payroll, through pre- and post-acquisition by a large international group (€1B+ annual turnover).
Product Owner New Market
janv. 2017 - mai 2018
1 an 5 mois
Nice, France
– Secured new market entry, driving revenue growth and successful team relocation.
Product Owner
nov. 2016 - déc. 2017
1 an 2 mois
Luxembourg
– Steered an innovation validation program for a Robo-advisor research service, ensuring compliance for Index & ETF product structuring by a leading European prime brokerage services of a CIB. – Led high-frequency tick market data research and ML audits, securing adoption by a major European pension fund and IM clients.
Investment Director
juin 2014 - oct. 2016
2 ans 5 mois
Londres, Royaume-Uni
– Provided private equity advisory and due diligence to institutional investors in Real Estate, Real Assets, Fintech and Regtech. – Collaborated with leading specialist financial markets law firms in Paris and London.
Product Owner
BNP Paribas CIB
févr. 2016 - juil. 2017
1 an 6 mois
Londres, Royaume-Uni
Client: Multi-Asset Quantitative Investment Strategies
Product Manager
Omega Financial Solutions
avr. 2012 - oct. 2013
1 an 7 mois
Région de Paris, France
– Led product roadmap development (with team) for Portfolio Management System implemented for European Investment Managers. – Defined product designs, detailed functional specifications, feasibility, budgets, timelines, and training for 60+ IM executives per project. – Ensured project transparency and buy-in through cross-business collaboration. – Leveraged a highly collaborative environment to bridge technical and business expertise for successful PMS/OMS development. – Led design, user testing, and integration of a full-cycle development of new Securities Financing product for leading French asset managers.
Product Owner
Natixis Asset Management
avr. 2012 - août 2013
1 an 5 mois
Paris Area, France
Led cross-asset, cross-functional implementation of the Core Portfolio Management Systems.
Product Manager
NEXFI - Financial Systems For The Professional Investor
juin 2008 - déc. 2009
1 an 7 mois
Région de Paris, France
– Oversaw Portfolio Management System implementation and managed services for French operations of a global Investment Manager. – Ensured daily system functionality and service delivery for multi-asset managers. – Led user research, business process modeling, and data analytics to inform product roadmaps. Delivered user-centric solutions addressing pain points with a compliance focus. – Delivered multiple user acceptance tests validations and product releases on time and within budget. – Promoted responsible development by ensuring product adherence to ethical guidelines, best QA practices, regulatory compliance and mitigating biases.
Product Owner
Barclays Wealth Management
juin 2008 - août 2009
1 an 3 mois
Paris Area, France
Led cross-asset, cross-functional implementation of the Core Portfolio Management Systems.
Business Analyst
Groupe Crédit Agricole
nov. 2007 - juil. 2008
9 mois
Paris Area, France
Client: The financial headquarters and the CFO
Formation
Institut national des langues et civilisations orientales (Inalco)
2009 - 2010
1 an 4 mois
Université Paris Dauphine - PSL
DU/Certificate in Financial Analysis
2009 - 2010
10 mois
Sciences Po
MBA
2004 - 2006
1 an 5 mois
University of Architecture, Civil Engineering and Geodesy
M. Sc.: Civil engineering infrastructure
1999 - 2004
4 ans 11 mois
University of National and World Economy
Associate's degree
2002 - 2003
10 mois
Nantes Université
Erasmus, the European exchange program
2001 - 2001
7 mois
Technical University of Sofia
1997 - 1999
2 ans 2 mois