The Treasury Career Corner

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!

How do you become a valuable member of a treasury team?This is something that Pratik Mohta, Treasurer for EMEA and Asia at Bunge, has worked hard for throughout his career. Early on in his career, he recognised gaps in his knowledge and took steps to learn more and add value to the team.In this episode of The Treasury Career Corner, hear from Pratik as he shares his career story up until now. We hear how he went from engineering to treasury, how he developed his knowledge by asking the right questions, and what he believes the future holds for treasury.Pratik is responsible for overseeing treasury activities in the region, including currency risk management, affiliate finance, trade and supply chain finance, M&A, and JV financing. He is also responsible for Bunge’s treasury operations in Europe and Asia – including cash management, currency dealing, process outsourcing, standardization, treasury technology, and systems.Bunge is a world leader in sourcing, processing, and supplying oilseed and grain products and ingredients. Founded in 1818, Bunge’s expansive network feeds and fuels a growing world, creating sustainable products and opportunities for more than 70,000 farmers and the consumers they serve across the globe. The company is headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri, and has almost 25,000 employees worldwide who stand behind more than 350 port terminals, oilseed processing plants, grain facilities, and food and ingredient production and packaging facilities around the world.On the podcast, we discussed…Why Pratik decided to pursue finance after his background in engineering How Pratik managed to balance getting experience in treasury with his day jobHow Pratik helped to provide value during his earlyrolesWhy treasury is a strategic partner to a businessHow sustainability is so important nowadaysPratik’s advice for those new to treasuryYou can connect with Pratik 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 best way to learn the necessary skills for a treasury career? Qualifications certainly have their place, but experience and variety are key, according to this Treasury Career Corner guest.John Cloherty, the Group Treasurer at NCC Group plc, joined the podcast to share his career story up until now. He explains how he came across treasury and how he’s managed to build a successful career for himself.After qualifying as a Chartered Accountant with KPMG, John moved into industry in the mid-1990s and then into Corporate Treasury in 2000. His experience spans companies in the nuclear industry, recycling, FMCG, medical devices, research, recruitment, and most recently, cyber security. From privately-owned to government-owned organisations, from PLCs to private equity-backed companies, he has enjoyed a wide variety of experience with global treasury responsibility across developed and emerging markets.NCC Group is a global cyber and software resilience business operating across multiple sectors, geographies, and technologies. They assess, develop, and manage cyber threats across our increasingly connected society. NCC Group advises global technology, manufacturers, financial institutions, critical national infrastructure providers, retailers, and governments on the best way to keep businesses, software, and personal data safe.Headquartered in Manchester, UK, NCC has over 35 offices across the world, employs more than 2,000 people, and is a trusted advisor to 15,000 clients worldwide.On the podcast, we discussed…How John first came across treasury after a politics and accounting backgroundWhat John learned by experiencing various companiesWhy variety is key to developing a rich treasury careerThe importance of creating policies in your teamWhy you should say yes to more thingsThe importance of communication and sharing informationYou can connect with John on LinkedIn.For Captivate add this ending: 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!

Treasury is a career path with many twists and turns along the way. For some, this is a perfect opportunity to experience new environments, learn new skills, and grow your career. That’s exactly what Wolfgang Ratheiser wanted in his career.In this episode of The Treasury Career Corner podcast, we spoke with Wolfgang, the Vice President of Corporate Finance & Treasury at Porsche.  Wolfgang has held many impressive roles, including Finance Director PG Metal Europe at Johnson Controls, where he got to work in both Germany and China. His roles at Henkel KGAA included Acting Finance Manager and Finance & Controlling Manager, which saw him move between Germany, China, and Thailand.Wolfgang is also an entrepreneur and owner of the Ratheiser Estate in Hüttenberg, Austria.Porsche AG, the world-famous German automobile manufacturer, specialises in high-performance sports cars, SUVs, and sedans. Headquartered in Stuttgart, the company is owned by Volkswagen AG, a controlling stake of which is owned by Porsche Automobil Holding SE.Porsche's current line-up includes the 718 Boxster/Cayman, 911, Panamera, Macan, Cayenne, and Taycan.On the podcast, we discussed…How Wolfgang moved from farming to financeWhy Wolfgang wanted to go international with his careerHow leadership and treasury differ between Europe and AsiaWhat you need to be successful in treasuryWhat the future holds for treasuryYou can connect with Wolfgang 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 are qualifications when building a treasury career?Jane Pilcher, the Group Treasurer at Anglian Water Group, believes that qualifications are key, but they’re not the only thing needed for a treasury career.In this episode of the Treasury Career Corner podcast, Jane explains why adaptability and a willingness to learn and grow are essential if you want to build a successful treasury career.Anglian Water Group's principal business is Anglian Water, the group's regulated water and sewerage company, which supplies water and water recycling services to more than six million customers in the east of England and Hartlepool. The group also includes Anglian Venture Holdings.In her current role, Jane is responsible for all finance and treasury activities of the group. However, her prime responsibilities are to raise group debt, work with bank investor relations, and liaise with the three rating agencies.In August 2017, Jane led the launch of the company’s inaugural green bond, the first GBP Utility public bond, and the first GBP bond since 2015. She was responsible for procuring the Second Party Opinion, writing the Company’s Green Bond Framework, and leading the extensive investor marketing to deliver a successful bond. Other responsibilities included the asset and liability management of the £1bn+ pension fund.She is also a Fellow of the Association of Corporate Treasurers and a Non-Executive Director of the Loughborough Building Society.On the podcast, we discussed…How Jane made the move from banking to treasuryJane’s experience with Anglican Water Group and why there’s never a dull momentHow treasury has changed and what the future looks likeThe biggest challenge of hiringWhy adaptability and willingness to learn are just as vital as qualificationsJane’s tips for aspiring treasurersYou can connect with Jane 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!