Avinash Shamdasani leads the Regulatory Reporting Operations and Quality Assurance teams at BGC Group. With an extensive portfolio that spans critical regulations such as MiFIR, EMIR, and SFTR, Avinash ensures that the firm’s compliance framework meets the highest standards. Avinash’s career in the regulatory space includes pivotal roles at Bloomberg, UniCredit, Morgan Stanley, and Citi, where he has consistently driven excellence in regulatory reporting and compliance. His academic credentials include a Master of Science in Business and Management (MBM) and a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from the University of Strathclyde. His MBA thesis, titled ‘Potential Challenges faced by Investment Firms in Meeting Enhanced Transaction Reporting Obligations under the Markets in Financial Instruments Directive II (MiFID II),’ underscores his deep expertise in navigating complex regulatory landscapes. Additionally, Avinash holds a Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com) and a Diploma in Systems Management, further solidifying his comprehensive understanding of both business and technical aspects of regulatory compliance. Known for his strategic vision and meticulous approach, Avinash is dedicated to delivering robust regulatory solutions and driving transformational change within the financial services industry.
