Bernard Viot

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About Bernard Viot

An accomplished Senior Credit Underwriter and Business Analyst who combines expertise in trade credit insurance with a specialised focus on portfolio management, buyer fraud detection, and economic sanctions investigations. A key player in any financial or risk management team offering deep knowledge of managerial finance and monitoring of sensitive risks positions. Extensive experience leading international and multicultural teams across global markets such as Asia Pacific, Southern Europe, Africa, and the Middle East, excelling in project and change management, consistently implementing IT system changes and driving organisational efficiency. Exceptional stakeholder management skills, frequently collaborating with senior managers and internal committees, building strong professional relationships that enhance project delivery. A highly analytical mindset with excellent research capabilities, able to distil complex financial data into actionable insights, producing comprehensive reports that inform critical decision-making processes. A natural critical thinker and problem solver, approaching challenges with a solution-oriented mindset, and a focus on risk mitigation leading to the identification of numerous opportunities for risk reduction, operational improvement, and cost-saving measures. A confident public speaker and presenter, regularly delivering presentations to boards and committees on risk management, demonstrating strong communication skills across diverse, global teams. Fluent in both French and English, adept at working with multicultural teams. A versatile and seasoned professional, recognised as a subject matter expert in economic sanctions compliance, trusted to operate autonomously, managing own workload with minimal oversight. Serving as a key resource in navigating the compliance landscape and complex financial environments while maintaining a strategic focus on both operational excellence and global compliance.