Thiago Biscuola, MSc

Head of Risk @ Hedgepoint Global Markets

About

Risk management professional with 10 years of experience in trading and risk functions within the Commodities and Foreign Exchange markets. Solid foundation in capital markets and financial derivatives, with extensive expertise in liquidity, market, credit and operational risk management. Successfully implemented internal control monitoring frameworks and governance for control testing. Proven capability in leading multidisciplinary teams and driving cross-functional collaboration. Strong ability to communicate and influence strategic decision-making across departments, contributing significantly to the company’s enterprise value.

Country

Brazil

City

São Paulo

Industry

Financial Services

Skill

Economic Analysis, Applied Economics, Risk Control Self Assessment (RCSA), Business Continuity, Avaliação de riscos, Controle interno, Gestão de riscos corporativos, Regulatory Requirements, Economics, Econometrics, Futures Trading, Macroeconomics, Market Analysis, Emerging Markets, Analysis, Financial Analysis, Trading, Risk Management, Liquidity Risk, Market Risk

Experience

Head of Risk

Hedgepoint Global Markets

2023-9 - Present · 3 yrs 1 mo

São Paulo, Brazil

Responsible for the development and continuous enhancement of the Risk Management Framework and Governance. Actively participate in defining the type and level of risk aligned with the firm's risk appetite and if is appropriate to the expected return. Oversee the identification, assessment, and ongoing monitoring and mitigation of key risk categories, including market, liquidity, operational, modelling, credit and regulatory risks. Monitoring and estimating client exposures to evaluate market liquidity risk and Potential Future Exposure (PFE), ensuring timely and effective risk mitigation. Validate and ensure the accuracy of inputs and models used for mark-to-market (MTM) valuations and P&L calculations, ensuring alignment with industry best practices.

Head of Market and Liquidity Risk

Hedgepoint Global Markets

2022-1 - 2023-9 · 1 yr 9 mos

São Paulo, Brazil

Responsible for managing the market and liquidity risk of the company and its counterparties. Development of risk measurement tools and reports covering FX and several commodities segments (agricultural and energy).

Market Risk Manager

Hedgepoint Global Markets

2021-1 - 2022-1 · 1 yr 1 mo

São Paulo, Brazil

Senior Risk Specialist

MCML (deactivated page)

2019-10 - 2021-1 · 1 yr 4 mos

São Paulo e Região, Brasil

Development of risk reports covering several commodity segments (agricultural and energy). Participation in the development of position limits and liquidity risk controls of counterparties, via VAR calculations in stress scenarios. Suggestion of hedge strategies to manage client exposure.

Derivatives Trader / Market Intelligence

Biosev

2016-11 - 2019-9 · 2 yrs 11 mos

São Paulo Area, Brazil

Derivatives Trader and Market Researcher for nearly three years, with a focus on identifying trading opportunities and risks in both cash and derivatives markets through in-depth statistical and economic analysis. Developed econometric models for the ethanol, sugar, and energy sectors (including electricity and oil), incorporating supply-demand dynamics and long-term scenario forecasting to support strategic decision-making. Contributed to hedging and sales strategies, executed futures and options trades, and maintained position control and P&L monitoring. Provided pricing and revenue analysis to support origination and commercial negotiations,

Associate Economist

RC Consulltores

2013-5 - 2016-11 · 3 yrs 7 mos

São Paulo Area, Brazil

Developed a range of models to forecast commodity prices and supply-demand dynamics. Authored comprehensive macroeconomic reports, including forecasts and scenario analyses for both the Brazilian and global economies. Conducted sectoral analyses with in-depth knowledge of public accounting, and maintained a consistent presence in media outlets through expert commentary and analysis.