Ismael Belabbaci

[email protected] • +33 783891749 • Chem. Du Rionzi 45 - 1052 Le Mont-sur-Lausanne, Switzerland

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Experienced finance professional with a strong background in fund operations, investor onboarding, and international payments. Skilled in Private Equity, Real Estate, financial analysis (NAV), compliance (AML), and process automation using Excel, VBA, and Python. Proven ability to lead operational and digital projects across cross-functional teams.

WORK EXPERIENCE

Senior Operations & Project Manager – Private Equity / Real Estate

06/2024 - Present

PricewaterhouseCoopers - PwC , Luxembourg

• Oversaw financial operations for Private Equity and Real Estate funds, including transaction processing, international payments (SWIFT, SEPA), and bank reconciliations.

• Managed client onboarding and investor relations, ensuring compliance and high-quality service delivery.

• Led operational and digital projects, coordinating the implementation of applications and software across local and international teams.

• Automated and optimized processes using advanced Excel, VBA, and Python, reducing operational errors and processing time.

• Collaborated cross-functionally with finance, IT, and compliance teams to deliver effective, compliant solutions.

• Produced operational analysis and reporting for management, supporting strategic decision-making.

Fund Operations Specialist - Private Equity Fund

06/2023 - 06/2024

CACEIS , Luxembourg

• Expertly managed investor relations for Private Equity Funds, improving engagement and trust.

• Streamlined fund operations, including subscriptions, redemptions, capital calls, and distributions.

• Conducted precise NAV (Mark-to-Market) valuations, ensuring transparency and compliance.

• Orchestrated end-to-end transfer agent services, executing 500+ transactions quarterly and boosting client satisfaction by 15%.

• Led client audits and compliance processes, reinforcing regulatory adherence and operational efficiency.

Credit Analyst

09/2022 - 06/2023

Société Générale , Paris

• Executed comprehensive financial analysis and valuation of corporate financing applications for SMEs and major accounts

• Conducted in-depth financing studies for public sector entities, including hospitals

• Oversaw annual reviews of Vendor Programs across IT, medical, industrial, and transportation sectors

• Collaborated with risk management for effective CORISK delivery

• Analyzed creditworthiness of corporate clients, delivering detailed credit reports and recommendations that contributed to maintaining a loan default rate under 2%

Relationship Manager

09/2021 - 08/2022

Banque Populaire , Paris

• Developed and managed a portfolio of 30 SME/ETI-oriented groups

• Financial analysis and risk management: Structured and implemented complex financing proposals

• Conducted annual reviews of files and post-closing follow-ups

• Monitored employee savings needs and fiscal requirements for SMEs

Wealth Management Analyst

10/2020 - 04/2021

BNP Paribas , Paris

• Oversaw financial operations for Private Equity and Real Estate funds, managing transaction processing, international payments (SWIFT, SEPA), and bank reconciliations, ensuring 100% accuracy and timely settlements

• Led client onboarding and investor relations initiatives, maintaining full compliance with AML and fund regulations while achieving a 15% improvement in client satisfaction scores

• Directed operational and digital transformation projects, coordinating cross-functional teams across local and international offices to implement new applications and software, reducing processing time by 25%

• Automated key operational workflows using advanced Excel, VBA, and Python scripts, cutting operational errors by 30% and accelerating reporting cycles

• Collaborated closely with finance, IT, and compliance departments to deliver compliant, scalable solutions that supported strategic business objectives

• Produced detailed operational analysis and management reports, enabling data-driven decision-making that contributed to a 4% growth in client assets under management within six months

EDUCATION

Master 2 in Trading-Financial Market

01/2023

ESLSCA Business School Paris , Paris

Master 1 in Corporate Finance - Private Banking

01/2022

ICD Business School Paris , Paris

Bachelor in Management, Law, Finance

01/2020

EM Grenoble , Grenoble

SKILLS

Soft Skills: English (professional), French (native), German (conversational), Italian (conversational),

Tools: Excel (VBA),SQL, Python, outils CRM, Efront.

CERTIFICATIONS

Certified by AMF (Autorité des Marchés Financiers, France)

06/2024

AMF

The Test of English for International Communication

06/2023

TOEIC