Derek Walker

Derek Walker has a diverse work experience in various roles related to CASS (Client Asset Sourcebook) and financial services education. Derek is currently employed as the Head of CASS at Seccl since September 2022. Prior to this, they worked at Nucleus Financial where they held multiple roles including CASS Technical Manager, Senior CASS Analyst, and CASS Analyst from January 2017 to August 2022. Derek was responsible for CASS analysis, process mapping, rule mapping, breach review and analysis, and designing a CASS control and oversight framework. Before Nucleus Financial, Derek worked at FNZ Group as a Control and Oversight Manager and Cash Analyst from August 2011 to September 2015. During their tenure, they created the framework for the Control & Oversight monitoring function, handled client money internal reconciliation, and ensured compliance with regulatory requirements. Derek also has experience as a Content Writer in financial services education, working for Contracting from March 2010 to July 2011 and Canadian Institute of Financial Planning / IFSE Institute from March 2004 to March 2010.

Derek Walker has a diverse education history. Derek obtained their Professional Level Certificate and Advanced Diploma in Accounting and Business from ACCA in December 2017 and April 2016 respectively. Derek also earned a Diploma in Regulated Financial Planning (DipPFS) - RDR Compliant from the Chartered Insurance Institute in October 2011. Prior to that, in December 2011, they earned a Diploma in Investment Compliance from the Chartered Institute for Securities & Investment (CISI). In March 2010, Derek completed the Investment Management Certificate from CFA UK, and in April 2006, they became a Certified Financial Planner (CFP) through the Chartered Institute for Securities & Investment (CISI).

In terms of formal education, Derek has earned a Juris Doctor degree in Law from the University of Toronto and a B.A. Hons. degree in Jt. Hons. Economics and Political Science from McGill University. It is unclear when they completed these degrees or the specific duration of their education. Additionally, they have taken courses or certifications in Accounting and Business/Management from ACCA, and they also hold the CFP Chartered FCSI degree from the Chartered Institute for Securities & Investment (The CISI).