Razvan M. Ionita
Limassol
Summary
Experienced financial professional with a comprehensive background in Forex trading, risk management, and regulatory compliance. Skilled in managing trading platforms such as cTrader, MT4, and MT5 to optimize client trading experiences. Expertise includes analyzing trading costs, monitoring client behavior, and implementing effective risk mitigation strategies.
Proficient in regulatory compliance, with in-depth knowledge of ESMA guidelines and EMIR-MIFIR reporting requirements. Successful track record in conducting KYC procedures, detecting fraud, and overseeing AML review processes. Strong communicator with a collaborative approach to stakeholder engagement.
My diverse experience across various roles in the finance and compliance sectors has honed my skills in risk management, regulatory adherence, and process enhancement. Thriving in dynamic environments, I am enthusiastic about contributing to innovative solutions and driving organizational growth.
Open to exploring opportunities for collaboration and sharing insights on mutual professional interests.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
4
4
Languages
Work History
Risk Manager
Klips CY Ltd
11.2023 - Current
- Spearheaded the construction of the risk management department from inception, including assessment, planning, and implementation of key strategies and processes
- Developed comprehensive risk management policies, procedures, and frameworks tailored to the organization's specific needs and risk profile, ensuring alignment with regulatory requirements and industry best practices
- Comparing Spreads, Commission, Swaps with competitors to ensure fair trading cost for clients
- Crafted informative email to clients outlining adjustments in holiday trading hours, along with the facilitation of enabling/disabling affected assets
- Conducting research and suggesting new assets to expand the portfolio
- Enhancing current Power BI reports and introducing new ones to streamline processes
- Incorporating, mapping, and testing the newly added assets on the platform
- Assisting with the enhancement of the CRM (Customer Relationship Management)
- Directly involved in the implementation and mapping process of MiFIR, EMIR, EMIR REFIT.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry regulations, ensuring company compliance at all times.
- Designed and executed targeted training programs, improving employee understanding of risk policies and procedures.
Dealer
Conotoxia Ltd.
07.2022 - 10.2023
- Managing cTrader & MT5 terminal - Manager and Administrator to ensure optimal trading experience for clients
- Manage and overview bridge system on Daily basis
- Comparing Spreads, Commission, Swaps with competitors to ensure fair trading cost for clients
- Checking for abusive trading behavior from clients and monitoring their trading activity
- Enabling/Informing Holiday trading hours, when required on all platforms and website
- On Daily basis dividends payments through all platforms
- Periodically checks of trading activity (trades/Volumes) for approval/renewal of PRO and Experienced clients (Polish market)
- Reporting: Daily tracking of trade rejections
- Preparation of Realised & Unrealised PnL reports per Book, along with ongoing enhancement and maintenance of user-friendly spreadsheets
- Monitoring company exposure and UTI, verifying LPs for exposure matches or mismatches
- Monthly reporting on active clients
- Identification of top winning and losing clients for the month
- Implementation and creation of weekly and monthly volume overview graphics across asset classes.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry trends, ensuring that clients received the most accurate information to make informed decisions about their investments.
Dealer
Leverate Financial Services Ltd
02.2021 - 06.2022
- Successfully reviewed and ensured the implemented trading leverages were in compliance with ESMA regulations, including the adherence to Margin Call and Stop Out percentages as per ESMA guidelines.
- Managed MT4 terminal, Manager and Administration to optimize trading experience for clients
- Ensured compliance with due diligence procedures by preventing clients from High-Risk countries from trading.
- Collaborated with Back-Office department to implement 15-day KYC procedure in compliance with regulatory guidelines.
- Implemented Negative Balance protection for all clients to prevent potential losses and improve customer satisfaction.
- Enabled new Assets for trading while closing expired CFD contracts.
- Compared spreads, commissions, and swaps with competitors to ensure fair trading costs for clients
- Conducted thorough checks for abusive trading behavior from clients, utilizing advanced monitoring tools and techniques.
- Monitored and analyzed clients' trading behavior to identify any irregularities or potential risks, and promptly reported findings to senior management.
Reporting: - Performed daily EMIR-MIFIR reporting and monitored best execution.
- Prepared periodic trading activities reports for regulators, including analyzing trading data and presenting findings to regulatory bodies
- Prepared periodic trading activities reports for management, providing insights and recommendations for improving trading performance
- Prepared periodic trading activities reports for board members, highlighting key trends and risks in trading activities
- Generated monthly active clients report, tracking client engagement and identifying opportunities for growth
- Monitored and updated losing Clients percentage on website.
Compliance Monitoring Assistant
Blossem Services Limited
07.2020 - 09.2021
- Conducted investigations into calls and trades in response to client complaints for the brands eXcentral EU, eXcentral INT, and IGM
- Maintained meticulous files and records for clients while strictly adhering to safety protocols to safeguard against breaches and data misuse in compliance with legal requirements
- Reviewed and audited call transcripts to ensure compliance with CySEC regulations
- Prepared and reviewed call recordings, transcripts, and internal forms as requested by CySEC and FCA
- Adapted internal forms in accordance with directives from the compliance department
- Collaborated with the team to maintain schedules and optimize workflows to ensure timely completion of all deliverables.
Fraud and Payments analyst
ProgressPlay Ltd
07.2019 - 02.2020
- Conducted KYC formality report on questionable accounts and transactions
- Contacted customers via email to notify of fraudulent activity and minimize impacts
- Supported operations by communicating with customers via emails, filing documents and managing data
- Summarized all key information regarding investigation of client game activity and strategies used of any
- Prepared, analyzed and reviewed withdrawal payments
- Reconciles chargebacks in accordance with approved guidelines
- Conducted Social media investigation for VIP and Risky clients
- Documented AML review results and prepared Suspicious Activity Reports
- Monitored transactional records, compared documents and analyzed accounts for fraud detection
- Collaborate within team to implement initiatives and projects sponsored and approved by management
- Performs various forms of analysis, including detecting patterns and identifying trends.
Education
Business Administration and Management, High National Diploma -
UK College of Business and Computing
London, United Kingdom02.2019
Skills
- Financial Markets
- Reporting & Analysis
- Microsoft Excel
- Data Analysis
- Platform administration (cTrader, MetaTrader 4 & 5)
- Risk management
- Problem Solving
- Client behavior monitoring
- Regulatory compliance (ESMA, EMIR-MIFIR reporting)
- Reporting and analysis (PnL, volume overview, active clients, etc)
- Fraud detection and prevention
- Communication and collaboration with stakeholders
- Data management and record-keeping
- Process improvement and optimization
- Interpersonal Skills
- Due diligence procedures
- Best Execution
- AML review and reporting
- Fraudulent activity detection and mitigation
- Financial product knowledge
- Continual Professional Development
- Regulatory Compliance Awareness
- Interpersonal Communication
- Analytical Skills
- Trade executions
- Portfolio Management
- Reporting skills
Certification
- CySEC Advanced certified - Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission
- Market Abuse and Trade Monitoring - European Institute of Management and Finance (EIMF)
- MiFIR Transaction Reporting - European Institute of Management and Finance (EIMF)
Languages
Romanian
Native language
English
Advanced
C1
Greek
Upper intermediate
B2
Arabic
Beginner
A1
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Software
MT 4
CTrader
Microsoft Office
Power BI
Bridge software
MT 5
Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimeWork Location
On-SiteRemoteHybridImportant To Me
Company CultureWork from home optionPersonal development programsWork-life balanceCareer advancementHealthcare benefitsTimeline
Risk Manager
Klips CY Ltd
11.2023 - Current
Dealer
Conotoxia Ltd.
07.2022 - 10.2023
Dealer
Leverate Financial Services Ltd
02.2021 - 06.2022
Compliance Monitoring Assistant
Blossem Services Limited
07.2020 - 09.2021
Fraud and Payments analyst
ProgressPlay Ltd
07.2019 - 02.2020
Business Administration and Management, High National Diploma -
UK College of Business and Computing
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