Program Steering Committee

Program Delivery

Align. Drive. Deliver.

I support organizations in managing their programs, from planning to delivery. My results-driven approach focuses on proactive risk management and transparent collaboration with stakeholders, ensuring deliverables are aligned with your strategic objectives

Why I can help deliver your next project

From A to Z

Over 20 years of experience managing projects from strategic planning and business cases to final Business As Usual

Mitigated risks

I identify project risks from the outset, allowing them to be tracked, anticipated, and addressed proactively and calmly

Honesty first

Projects rarely go exactly as planned! By addressing challenges openly, we can make the right decisions together

Key references in project management

Managed the ‘Company Objective #1’ program, achieving a 95% ARR migration of Spendesk clients to SFS in Europe and Adyen in the UK within 8 months. Directed 100+ FTEs, aligned with company-wide transformation initiatives, and prepared the growth plan for SFS post-restructuring. Interim Senior Leadership Team member.

SPENDESK, (2023-2024)

Led the development of the core banking system, integrated with Spendesk’s spend management product. Launched SFS Payment Institution in alpha and beta phases within 7 months, achieving General Availability in 5 months. Directed go-to-market strategy and supported roadmap planning, ensuring alignment with business objectives.

SPENDESK (2023)

Shaped AXA-IM’s Digital Strategy and drove agile adoption in the Technology Department. Delivered key digital products, including a robo-advisor, RPA, advanced analytics, machine learning, and OCR solutions. Successfully implemented the Group HRIS globally within 12 months.

AXA IM (2017-2019)

Led the LTOM Finance Program, globally deploying Coda GL, Ariba, RevPort, and Oracle Essbase while integrating Finance & Procurement systems with Group platforms. Reengineered data systems in 10 months, optimized revenue processes, and managed a €3M project budget with a team of 8-15 across 4 geographies.

AXA IM (2012-2015)

Delivered the operational launch of the ETF business line at Ostrum Asset Management. Established service agreements for IT, HR, Middle Office, and Legal & Tax functions between the subsidiary and its holding company.

NATIXIS AM (2010-2011)

Led the deployment of the Group CRM solution (Siebel) across Continental Europe, achieving 100% data quality and 95% user adoption within 12 months. Reengineered fund liabilities management IT systems across three entities, delivering interim solutions in 6 weeks and the target system in 12 months.

HSBC GLOBAL AM (2007-2009)

Directed the deployment of Cassiopae for HSBC’s REIM business, reengineering management and accounting processes. Decommissioned Sopra Altaix in 8 months, managing a team of 2 Project Managers and a budget of €800K.

HSBC REIM (2003)

Redesigned financial statement production processes for BNP Paribas Retail Banking, reducing closing lead time by 40%. Implemented a real-time monitoring tool (Business Bridge) and developed an accounting validation tool using VBA.

ALTRAN x BNPP (2001-2002)

  • General Management Acceleration Program

    EDHEC Business School, 2020

  • Professional Web Designer & Developer

    Le Wagon Paris, 2019

  • Computer Science CS50x

    Harvard, 2018

  • Six Sigma Black Belt

    HSBC Group, 2007

  • Master in Management & Entrepreneurship

    ESSCA School of Management, 2001

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Arnaud Rioche

What if we guaranteed the success of your strategic programs?

Do you need an expert to manage your complex programs and ensure tangible results, within deadlines and budgets? Contact me today and let’s make your projects a success