Banking and Central Banking

Empowering financial institutions and central banks to sustain stable, robust economies.

A strong banking sector is the beating heart of every sustainable economy

IAS partners with central banks, financial institutions, and regulators to advance financial stability, good governance, and market efficiency. We bridge policy and practice through tailored advisory and capacity-building initiatives—helping institutions strengthen regulatory frameworks, enhance risk management and build operational resilience in an increasingly unpredictable world.

Core Expertise

01

Risk Management

Credit Risk | Climate Risk & ESG | Operational Risk | Regulation, Governance & Compliance | ALM & Treasury | Risk Modelling and ML | Cyber Risk

We believe that risk should be understood, not avoided. Our services are designed to equip financial institutions, fintechs and non-financial enterprises alike with the necessary tools to control it. We offer the FS Risk 360 as a comprehensive suite of tools and services that provides a 360-degree view of risk management across a range of categories, including credit provision, operations, financial management and ESG and climate stress testing. More details on our tools can be found here

02

HR Management & Development

HR Strategy & Design | Recruitment & Selection | Performance Management & Appraisal | Succession Planning

Human resource management (HRM) and human resource development (HRD) are of core importance in the development of top financial institutions. To this end, we are committed in supporting partners to improve their staff management systems by offering tailored strategies and operational systems in HR management and development. We offer the full suite of training and coaching services tailored to the specific needs of each institution.

03

Transition Finance

Sustainable Banking Transformation | Climate Risk Integration in Supervision | Decarbonisation Pathways for Financial Institutions | Green Product Development | Data & Disclosure Standards

We aim to embed sustainability in the daily operations and strategic decisions of financial institutions. From climate-related financial risks, regulatory expectations, decarbonisation strategies to disclosure reporting, we adopt a pragmatic approach with clear, actionable insights and support to enable financial institutions in their journey to achieve a just and inclusive transition.

04

Strategy & Governance

Strategic Planning & Policy Design | Governance Frameworks | Central Bank Modernisation | Stakeholder Engagement & Communication | Digital Transformation Strategy | Strategic Leadership

We support financial institutions’ in developing and adapting their strategies to meet business and regulatory needs. This is in the form of tailored advice and support for our clients to implement effective compliance programs and governance frameworks that meet regulatory requirements and industry standards with regards to sustainability. Within the context of the financial institution’s overall strategy, we also specialise in developing tailored HR strategies to achieve corporate goals.

Core Expertise

01

Risk Management

Credit Risk | Climate Risk & ESG | Operational Risk | Regulation, Governance & Compliance | ALM & Treasury | Risk Modelling and ML | Cyber Risk

We believe that risk should be understood, not avoided. Our services are designed to equip financial institutions, fintechs and non-financial enterprises alike with the necessary tools to control it. We offer the FS Risk 360 as a comprehensive suite of tools and services that provides a 360-degree view of risk management across a range of categories, including credit provision, operations, financial management and ESG and climate stress testing. More details on our tools can be found here

02

HR Management & Development

HR Strategy & Design | Recruitment & Selection | Performance Management & Appraisal | Succession Planning

Human resource management (HRM) and human resource development (HRD) are of core importance in the development of top financial institutions. To this end, we are committed in supporting partners to improve their staff management systems by offering tailored strategies and operational systems in HR management and development. We offer the full suite of training and coaching services tailored to the specific needs of each institution.

03

Transition Finance

Sustainable Banking Transformation | Climate Risk Integration in Supervision | Decarbonisation Pathways for Financial Institutions | Green Product Development | Data & Disclosure Standards

We aim to embed sustainability in the daily operations and strategic decisions of financial institutions. From climate-related financial risks, regulatory expectations, decarbonisation strategies to disclosure reporting, we adopt a pragmatic approach with clear, actionable insights and support to enable financial institutions in their journey to achieve a just and inclusive transition.

04

Strategy & Governance

Strategic Planning & Policy Design | Governance Frameworks | Central Bank Modernisation | Stakeholder Engagement & Communication | Digital Transformation Strategy | Strategic Leadership

We support financial institutions’ in developing and adapting their strategies to meet business and regulatory needs. This is in the form of tailored advice and support for our clients to implement effective compliance programs and governance frameworks that meet regulatory requirements and industry standards with regards to sustainability. Within the context of the financial institution’s overall strategy, we also specialise in developing tailored HR strategies to achieve corporate goals.

Core Expertise

01

Risk Management

Credit Risk | Climate Risk & ESG | Operational Risk | Regulation, Governance & Compliance | ALM & Treasury | Risk Modelling and ML | Cyber Risk

We believe that risk should be understood, not avoided. Our services are designed to equip financial institutions, fintechs and non-financial enterprises alike with the necessary tools to control it. We offer the FS Risk 360 as a comprehensive suite of tools and services that provides a 360-degree view of risk management across a range of categories, including credit provision, operations, financial management and ESG and climate stress testing. More details on our tools can be found here

02

HR Management & Development

HR Strategy & Design | Recruitment & Selection | Performance Management & Appraisal | Succession Planning

Human resource management (HRM) and human resource development (HRD) are of core importance in the development of top financial institutions. To this end, we are committed in supporting partners to improve their staff management systems by offering tailored strategies and operational systems in HR management and development. We offer the full suite of training and coaching services tailored to the specific needs of each institution.

03

Transition Finance

Sustainable Banking Transformation | Climate Risk Integration in Supervision | Decarbonisation Pathways for Financial Institutions | Green Product Development | Data & Disclosure Standards

We aim to embed sustainability in the daily operations and strategic decisions of financial institutions. From climate-related financial risks, regulatory expectations, decarbonisation strategies to disclosure reporting, we adopt a pragmatic approach with clear, actionable insights and support to enable financial institutions in their journey to achieve a just and inclusive transition.

04

Strategy & Governance

Strategic Planning & Policy Design | Governance Frameworks | Central Bank Modernisation | Stakeholder Engagement & Communication | Digital Transformation Strategy | Strategic Leadership

We support financial institutions’ in developing and adapting their strategies to meet business and regulatory needs. This is in the form of tailored advice and support for our clients to implement effective compliance programs and governance frameworks that meet regulatory requirements and industry standards with regards to sustainability. Within the context of the financial institution’s overall strategy, we also specialise in developing tailored HR strategies to achieve corporate goals.

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Basel Chaban

Director, International Advisory Services

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