Lauren Anderson
Summary
Dynamic policy and regulatory professional with a proven track record at the Irish Funds Industry Association, excelling in regulatory analysis and stakeholder engagement. Spearheaded impactful workshops and developed industry standards, enhancing compliance and operational efficiency. Adept at project management and fostering relationships, driving successful outcomes in complex regulatory environments.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Policy and Regulatory Senior Associate
Irish Funds Industry Association
12.2023 - Current
- Secured regulatory and policy outcomes through strategic engagement on European and domestic developments.
- Collaborated with the Central Bank and industry to ensure the successful delivery of the Daily Investment Fund Return, with 7,000 Irish investment funds reporting daily.
- Conducted two high-impact workshops with the Central Bank of Ireland to clarify national supervisory expectations and achieve a streamlined fund authorisation process.
- Oversaw the production of 20+ briefing papers, policy positions, technical papers, regulatory analysis, submissions, Q&As, and public consultations.
- Cultivated and maintained relationships with key stakeholders, regulators, and public officials to ensure engagement on various policy developments and regulatory changes, including UCITS EAD, AIFMD, SIU, SFDR, CSRD, Taxonomy, and CRD VI.
- Lead regulatory, legal, and compliance-focused working groups, including the following: ESG Policy, Legal & Regulatory; ESG Data & Servicing; Depositary; and Eligible Assets project group. Supported other working groups: Investment Risk, ETF, Management Company, and Regulatory & Financial Reporting.
- Spearheaded the development of an industry Sustainable Finance Strategy, and managed the implementation.
Public Policy and Regulatory Affairs Associate
Irish Funds Industry Association
08.2022 - 12.2023
- Tracked, assessed, and responded to public policy and regulatory developments.
- Managed the development and delivery of policy positions and responses to public consultations.
- Assisted in the drafting and dissemination of technical and regulatory papers for members, as well as the wider funds and asset management industry.
- Lead industry working groups, including ESG Policy and Regulatory, ESG Data and Reporting, Macro-prudential, and CP130.
- Reviewed regulatory submissions to ensure compliance with industry standards.
- Represented Irish Funds at stakeholder events and on committees such as the European Fund and Asset Management Association (EFAMA) Stewardship, Market Integrity, and ESG Investment Standing Committee.
- Monitored changes in regulations impacting the Irish funds industry and communicated updates.
Head Teaching Assistant
Trinity College Dublin
08.2021 - 08.2022
- Facilitated in-person tutorials to support students' content understanding and overall academic learning.
- Collaborated with professors in marking assessments, as well as in addressing course-wide learning concerns.
- Assisted students with coursework, clarifying concepts and providing guidance.
Programmes and Planning (Internship)
Mercy Corps
06.2018 - 08.2021
- Organised the planning, preparation and communication of all activities related to the seamless operation of programmes.
- Created an all encompassing survey and data collection process and translated the data into a comprehensive final report with in-depth quantitative and qualitative analysis.
- Developed and maintained connections with community organisations and other key stakeholders.
Secondary Social Science Teacher
Huntington Beach High School
07.2020 - 07.2021
- Instructed digital, in-person, and hybrid social science courses including Advanced Placement Economics, Advanced Placement U.S. Government, U.S. History, and Modern World History.
- Developed engaging lesson plans for diverse student populations.
- Facilitated classroom discussions to encourage critical thinking and participation.
- Developed courses with culturally responsive pedagogy while integrating modern educational technology.
Private Educator
Anderson Academics
06.2018 - 07.2020
- Worked with students across grade levels to providing educational support over a wide range of subjects.
- Instructed on AP US History, AP World History, AP Government, AP Economics, AP European History, Spanish 1, Spanish 2, Spanish 3, AP Spanish 4, AP English Language & Composition, and more.
Education
Professional Certificate - Compliance
Institute of Banking
Dublin, Ireland 08.2024
Master of Science - International Politics
Trinity College Dublin
Dublin, Ireland 08.2022
Single Subject Teaching Credential - Spanish Language Authorisation
California State University Long Beach
California, United States 12.2020
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science and International Politics, Minor in Spanish
University of Oregon
Oregon, United States 06.2018
Skills
- Regulatory analysis
- Policy writing and development
- Project management
- Compliance monitoring
- Funds and asset management
- Microsoft Office proficiency
- Industry guidance and position papers
- Stakeholder engagement
- Cross-cultural communication
- Quantitative and qualitative research
- Verbal and written communication
Affiliations
- EFAMA Sustainable Finance Steering Committee
- Compliance Institute
- Civil Service Harriers AC - Women's Captain
- Global Excellence Scholar - Trinity College Dublin
Timeline
Policy and Regulatory Senior Associate
Irish Funds Industry Association
12.2023 - Current
Public Policy and Regulatory Affairs Associate
Irish Funds Industry Association
08.2022 - 12.2023
Head Teaching Assistant
Trinity College Dublin
08.2021 - 08.2022
Secondary Social Science Teacher
Huntington Beach High School
07.2020 - 07.2021
Programmes and Planning (Internship)
Mercy Corps
06.2018 - 08.2021
Private Educator
Anderson Academics
06.2018 - 07.2020
Professional Certificate - Compliance
Institute of Banking
Master of Science - International Politics
Trinity College Dublin
Single Subject Teaching Credential - Spanish Language Authorisation
California State University Long Beach
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science and International Politics, Minor in Spanish
University of Oregon
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