The Treasury Career Corner

What skills do you need for a successful treasury career?The truth is that a variety of different skillsets and experiences will help you get the most out of your career. If you can marry technical skills with soft skills, you’ll go far. If you pair back-office experience with experience in the front office, you’ll be able to tackle anything that comes your way. That’s the advice that Sean O'Connor, the Global Treasury Director at Indeed.com, gives in this episode of the Treasury Career Corner podcast. Sean and his team are responsible for all aspects of Corporate Treasury within the HR Tech SBU group of Recruit Holdings Co Ltd.  Prior to joining Indeed, Sean worked as part of the Corporate Treasury team in Aer Lingus and Xerox and spent a number of years in the banking industry.Sean is a qualified ACCA accountant with extensive experience in cash & liquidity management, M&A, FX, interest & commodity risk management, investments, and debt management. In addition to this, Sean has led a number of system and technological implementations in areas such as TMS, in-house banking, and cash concentration.Launched in November 2004, Indeed is an American worldwide employment website for job listings. It is a subsidiary of Recruit Holdings Co., Ltd and is co-headquartered in Austin, Texas, and Stamford, Connecticut, with additional offices around the world.As the world's number one job site, with over 250 million unique visitors every month from over 60 different countries, Indeed has become the catalyst for putting the world to work. On the podcast we discussed…How Sean first got started in banking and accountingWhy you should aim to build experience in many different sectors Sean’s experience with hiring treasurers What it takes to be a good treasurer What the future of treasury looks likeWhy Sean recommends developing a variety of skills You can connect with Sean on LinkedIn.Are you interested in pursuing a career within Treasury? Whether you’ve recently graduated, or you want to search for new job opportunities to help develop your treasury career, The Treasury Recruitment Company can help you in your search for the perfect job. Find out more here. Or, send us your CV and let us help you in your next career move!If you’re enjoying the show please rate and review us on whatever podcast app you listen to us on, for Apple Podcasts click here!

In treasury, everything is a learning process. It doesn’t matter where you are in your career. This is something that Edwin Koopmans, the Head of Treasury at Zalando SE, has kept in mind throughout his long and successful career in treasury.Edwin has worked in a variety of finance roles, including treasury management, corporate finance, investment management, and pensions. His previous roles include Vice President of Finance and Treasurer at EVRAZ, the U.S. Head of Investment Program Management at Aon Hewitt, and the Director of Treasury at Sara Lee. Edwin has taken roles in Amsterdam, Chicago, London and is now based in Berlin.Founded in 2008 in Berlin, Zalando SE is Europe’s leading online fashion platform and connects countless customers, brands, and partners.The headquarters are located in Berlin, and it also has offices in Dublin, Ireland, and Helsinki, Finland. The company follows a platform approach, offering fashion and lifestyle products to customers in 23 different countries.On the podcast we discussed…How Edwin got started in his treasury career How he jumped into roles, sometimes with minimal experience The importance of learning new things to grow your career The challenges of managing a growing teamWhy you should “start with yes” and always focus on new solutionsWhy you shouldn’t be afraid to try new things and ask questions You can connect with Edwin on LinkedIn.Are you interested in pursuing a career within Treasury? Whether you’ve recently graduated, or you want to search for newjob opportunities to help develop your treasury career, The Treasury Recruitment Company can help you in your search forthe perfect job. Find out more here. Or, send us your CV and let us help you in your next career move!If you’re enjoying the show please rate and review us on whatever podcast app you listen to us on, for Apple Podcasts click here!

As we’ve heard over the course of this podcast, there’s no one route into a treasury role. But what’s the best way to get into a treasury role?In this insightful episode of The Treasury Career Corner podcast, Frank Waechter, the Global Director Treasury & Insurance at PUMA Group, shared his “accidental” path into treasury and how it has impacted his recruiting process.Frank is responsible for any treasury and insurance matters within the PUMA Group. He is based at the company’s headquarters in Herzogenaurach near Nuernberg, Germany. He is also an active member in the German Treasurer’s Association VdT e.V and a member of the United Nations Fashion Industry Charter on Climate Action: Working Group "Financial Tools”.Founded in 1948, PUMA is one of the world’s leading sports brands. As a German multinational corporation, PUMA designs and manufactures athletic and casual footwear, apparel and accessories, and the PUMA Group owns the brand PUMA, Cobra Golf and stichd.PUMA supports over 14,000 employees across 120+ countries and has been a public company since 1986, listed on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange.On the podcast we discussed…How Frank became a treasurer “by accident”Why mid-office roles are a great way to transition into treasuryThe treasury initiatives that have shaped Frank’s journey at PUMA so farWhy Frank seeks to hire existing PUMA employees into the treasury teamFrank’s advice about approaching any project or role within treasuryYou can connect with Frank on LinkedIn.Are you interested in pursuing a career within Treasury?Whether you’ve recently graduated, or you want to search for new job opportunities to help develop your treasury career, The Treasury Recruitment Company can help you in your search for the perfect job. Find out more here. Or, send us your CV and let us help you in your next career move!If you’re enjoying the show please rate and review us on whatever podcast app you listen to us on, for Apple Podcasts click here!

Where does the role of a treasurer fit into a business?According to this Treasury Career Corner guest, it’s a unique position that adds so much value. Michael Fox, the Group Treasurer at Equiniti Group Plc, joined this episode to share his career story and tips and explain why treasurers are uniquely positioned to add value and knowledge to an organisation.Michael has worked as a Group Treasurer for companies like Cubico Sustainable Investments, Xchanging plc, and as an Assistant Treasurer at Thomson Reuters. He specialises in core treasury strategy, funding, and financial risk management.Equiniti Group PLC is a British-based outsourcing business focused on providing administration and payment services supported by technology platforms.The Group also provides share registration and associated investor services, administration of employee share plans, pension administration and software, and employee benefit schemes. Equiniti Group serves a wide range of organizations in the UK and is listed on the London Stock Exchange.On the podcast, we discussed…How Michael found his way into treasuryWhy treasurers need to understand how to add valueHow Michael helped to bring treasury into the wider financial strategyWhy accounting qualifications came in handy in his careerWhy you need to take ownership in your treasury careerHow treasury is a unique position in a companyYou can connect with Michael Fox on LinkedIn.Are you interested in pursuing a career within Treasury?Whether you’ve recently graduated, or you want to search for new job opportunities to help develop your treasury career, The Treasury Recruitment Company can help you in your search for the perfect job. Find out more here. Or, send us your CV and let us help you in your next career move!If you’re enjoying the show please rate and review us on whatever podcast app you listen to us on, for Apple Podcasts click here!

What does the future hold for treasury?Like many sectors, treasury has experienced big changes thanks to a combination of changing skills, technology, and of course, a pandemic on top of it all.Michael Spieler, the Senior Vice President Treasury at Uniper SE, joined this episode of The Treasury Career Corner to discuss the future of treasury. He explores the top challenges treasurers face now and how we can prepare to adapt and grow in the future.Michael primarily deals with cash management, financial risk, working capital, and trade finance topics for the group across the Americas and EMEA.Uniper is an international energy company with about 11,000 employees. It combines a balanced portfolio of technologically advanced large-scale assets with outstanding technical and commercial expertise. These assets and capabilities enable them to deliver flexible, bespoke, competitively priced energy products and services with agility, precision, and speed.On the podcast, we discussed…How Michael started his career in financeWhy you need to be open and proactive in your careerHow modern treasury management systems are a mustThe challenges treasurers must prepare forHow people will become the focus of treasury in a remote working worldYou can connect with Michael on LinkedIn.Are you interested in pursuing a career within Treasury?Whether you’ve recently graduated, or you want to search for new job opportunities to help develop your treasury career, The Treasury Recruitment Company can help you in your search for the perfect job. Find out more here. Or, send us your CV and let us help you in your next career move!If you’re enjoying the show please rate and review us on whatever podcast app you listen to us on, for Apple Podcasts click here!

If there’s one thing that applies across the board in treasury, it’s that you need to be adaptable.Treasury is changing all the time. Treasury management systems are becoming more sophisticated, roles are evolving, and automation and remote working are here to stay.In this episode of The Treasury Career Corner podcast, we welcome Mark Hirst, the Group Treasurer at Dr. Martens PLC, a brand known in the UK for its “rebellious self-expression.”Mark’s past experience has seen him take roles at big names such as William Hill as Group Treasurer, Thomas Cook as UK&I Treasurer, and Tesco PLC as Head of Cash, Banking, and Payments. Mark’s old Thomas Cook colleague, Christopher Corner, joined The Treasury Career Corner in a previous episode.His educational background was originally in languages which saw him study in both Germany and Russia, before moving into finance and treasury.Dr. Martens is an iconic British brand founded in 1960 in Northamptonshire. Originally produced for workers looking for tough, durable boots, the brand was quickly adopted by diverse youth subcultures and associated musical movements.Dr. Martens has since transcended their working-class roots while still celebrating their proud heritage, and, six decades later, "Docs" or "DMs" are worn by people around the world who use them as a symbol of empowerment and their own individual attitude.The Company successfully listed on the main market of the London Stock Exchange on 29 January 2021 (DOCS.L) and is a constituent of the FTSE 250 index.On the podcast, we discussed…How Mark transitioned to a career in treasuryWhy working in different sectors teaches you so muchThe biggest challenges in treasury todayWhy diversity in recruitment is so importantMark’s advice for others starting their treasury career.You can connect with Mark on LinkedIn.Are you interested in pursuing a career within Treasury?Whether you’ve recently graduated, or you want to search for new job opportunities to help develop your treasury career, The Treasury Recruitment Company can help you in your search for the perfect job. Find out more here. Or, send us your CV and let us help you in your next career move!If you’re enjoying the show please rate and review us on whatever podcast app you listen to us on, for Apple Podcasts click here!

What’s the current state of the treasury recruitment market?Tune in for a special Treasury Career Corner episode featuring some of our very own team. We turned the microphone on the Treasury Recruitment Company and shared our own experiences with the market.This episode features Joe Fawcett (Treasury Recruiter – UK Practice), Katie Hardie (Executive Consultant, Global Treasury), Craig Perkins (Senior Recruitment Consultant, UK Practice), and CEO and Founder of The Treasury Recruitment Company, Mike Richards. In this episode, the Treasury Recruitment team discusses the current state of the market from Junior to Senior level in the UK, US, and Europe. Each of the team provides input into what candidates need to do to make them stand out in today’s market and their advice to clients about what they need to consider when recruiting. Other insights include how to prepare for interviews, the latest trends regarding working from home, and why our salary survey is our superpower in what is an extremely competitive market.On the podcast, we discussed…How recruitment slowed down during the pandemic and is now recoveringWhat candidates can do to beef up their CVsWhy remote work has less of an effect on salary nowWhy candidates are now asking more about remote workHow treasury is a collaborative world by nature Why businesses need to evolve to attract top talentYou can connect with Joe, Katie, Craig, and Mike on LinkedIn. Are you interested in pursuing a career within Treasury? Whether you’ve recently graduated, or you want to search for new job opportunities to help develop your treasury career, The Treasury Recruitment Company can help you in your search for the perfect job. Find out more here. Or, send us your CV and let us help you in your next career move!If you’re enjoying the show please rate and review us on whatever podcast app you listen to us on, for Apple Podcasts click here!

Learning doesn’t end when you become qualified, get a degree, or get hired in treasury.It’s an ongoing process for individuals, treasury departments, and the industry as a whole. To talk all about learning and adapting in treasury, Mina Nasif, the Chief Visionary Officer “CVO” at Beacon FinTrain, joins this episode of The Treasury Career Corner. Mina is also, on a voluntary basis, the Managing Director, Partnerships, MEA with AFP. He’s a Certified Treasury Professional and a former CTP Instructor and Corporate Treasury Consultant. He was previously the CEO at Beacon FinConsult and the Group Treasury Manager at TAQA Arabia.Beacon FinTrain is one of the leading providers in Financial Learning & Development solutions in Egypt and the MENA. They provide an array of professional business and financial training services that stem from improving a corporate's treasury workflow — all the way to implementing efficient finance training programs.With a proven track record of world-class financial training for more than 15 years, Beacon has become ‘The Ideal Financial Lecturer’ for many leading organizations, either developing its employees or consulting its financial records.They are also an authorized learning partner by AFP, FMI, and the Frankfurt School of Finance. They provide CTP, FP&A, CFM, CFA, ACI-DC, and IFRS certifications.On the podcast we discussed…What it’s like to work in global treasuryWhy it’s so important to build relationships in this industryHow learning is not a luxury and is key to adapting as an individual or a companyHow treasury has adapted to the pandemicWhy treasurers should use a digital treasury management systemWhy perseverance is a key skill you need for a career in treasuryYou can connect with Mina on LinkedIn.Are you interested in pursuing a career within Treasury?Whether you’ve recently graduated, or you want to search for new job opportunities to help develop your treasury career, The Treasury Recruitment Company can help you in your search for the perfect job. Find out more here. Or, send us your CV and let us help you in your next career move!If you’re enjoying the show please rate and review us on whatever podcast app you listen to us on, for Apple Podcasts click here!

How important is treasury to an overall business?While it may have previously been a mere offshoot of accounting, treasury is now a fully-fledged and essential department. To talk about the importance of treasury in modern companies, Ramez Sabawi, the Treasurer at Saudi Aramco Total Refining and Petrochemical Company (SATORP), joined this episode.Ramez explains how the importance of treasury has changed and expanded over the years and become more about strategy and risk management.SATORP is the largest state-of-the-art refinery in the Middle East and Asia, with a daily refining capacity of 460,000 barrels. Ramez is also SATORP’s Head of Corporate Risk & Investments. In these capacities, he maintains responsibility for:Capital markets activities, including corporate finance investments and foreign exchangeLiquidity and cash management operationsInsurance and risk managementCompliance governance and controls within Finance & Treasury sectorsRamez has strong banking, corporate finance, and treasury experience for more than 29 years in the industry. He started working with major banks in London in the early 90s before leading the corporate treasury functions in some of the major corporates in the Middle East and the GCC. He’s worked in several industries such as Engineering, Consulting, Telecom, Shipping, Trading, and finally, Oil & Gas.During his professional career, Ramez won the “Highly Commended Deal of the Year” from ACT in 2010. He is also currently nominated for several Project Financing awards.Ramez holds a Master of Business Administration and a Bachelor of Business from top universities in England and Australia, and many professional memberships in a wide spectrum of professional entities.On the podcast, we discussed…How Ramez’s banking background was the perfect start for a career in treasuryRamez’s many roles in banking and treasury and the lessons he’s learnedWhy treasury has become more of a strategic business roleHow the role of treasury has expanded in companiesWhy treasury is a great career to go intoRamez’s tips for treasury career successYou can connect with Ramez on LinkedIn.Are you interested in pursuing a career within Treasury?Whether you’ve recently graduated, or you want to search for new job opportunities to help develop your treasury career, The Treasury Recruitment Company can help you in your search for the perfect job. Find out more here. Or, send us your CV and let us help you in your next career move!If you’re enjoying the show please rate and review us on whatever podcast app you listen to us on, for Apple Podcasts click here!

One of the best things about a career in treasury is that there’s always room to move forward and try new things.It’s something that Oliver Gygax, the Head of Group Treasury at EMS Group, has always sought to do in his career.    Oliver has had a long career that started in traditional banking, moving into online banking, and eventually treasury. Along the way, he’s learned a lot and prioritised developing his career and “filling his backpack with experience.”Oliver has held roles at Daniel Swarovski Corporation, where he last worked as Vice President of Corporate Treasury, Aduno Group as the Head of Treasury, and Redsafe Bank AG, as a treasurer.EMS-Group is a Swiss corporate group based in Domat/Ems, in the canton of Graubünden. It works with high-performance polymers and speciality chemicals. EMS has 25 production sites in 16 different countries and is represented throughout the world with company-owned sales companies or by distributors/traders.As of December 2020, the EMS Group has 2,521 employees worldwide, with 132 apprentices based in Switzerland.On the podcast we discussed…How Oliver first started in banking before moving into treasuryThe differences between starting a treasury department from scratch vs. walking into an established departmentWhat Oliver has looked for when switching jobsOliver’s thoughts on automation and the future of treasuryOliver’s three tips for success for other treasurersYou can connect with Oliver on LinkedIn. Are you interested in pursuing a career within Treasury? Whether you’ve recently graduated, or you want to search for new job opportunities to help develop your treasury career, The Treasury Recruitment Company can help you in your search for the perfect job. Find out more here. Or, send us your CV and let us help you in your next career move!If you’re enjoying the show please rate and review us on whatever podcast app you listen to us on, for Apple Podcasts click here!