Ranier Chircop
Haz-Zebbug
Summary
Investment professional with experience spanning banking, capital markets, and venture capital. CFA Program graduate (all three levels passed). Background includes FX, MM, and fixed income trading at the Central Bank of Malta, senior treasury roles at Calamatta Cuschieri, and current focus on early-stage equity financing at Malta Government Venture Capital Ltd. Skilled in due diligence, governance, and building bridges between startups and investors.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Fund Manager
Malta Government Venture Capital Limited
Sliema
06.2023 - Current
- Facilitate evaluation of start-up and investor applications, utilizing commercial, diligence, and engagement expertise to support investment decisions.
- Prepare and present investment and business case papers to committee and board-level meetings, enhancing the governance and capital investment process.
- Facilitate the negotiation and processing of investment deals, including term sheet, legal, KYC/AML, and payment processing.
- Maintain relationships with investors and a broader range of individuals to enhance funding activity and external partnerships.
- Assist in portfolio monitoring, covering a portfolio of €10 million, including company follow-up, milestone management, performance, and internal reporting.
- Maintain CRM, pipeline, and investor data systems to enhance investment tracking, reporting, and investor management.
- Facilitate strategic partnerships, including representing the organization at industry events and conferences, enhancing ecosystem visibility and connectivity.
- Manage office and operational administration, including procurement, invoicing, logistics, supplier management, and senior management support.
- Improve operational systems, templates, and reporting systems, as well as assisting in broader strategic, program, and ecosystem development initiatives.
Treasury Manager
Calamatta Cuschieri Investment Services Ltd.
Birkirkara
10.2021 - 06.2023
- Directed the group’s treasury operations, including liquidity management, foreign exchange transactions, and fixed income trading across international markets.
- Managed daily cash flows and optimized use of excess liquidity, delivering returns while staying within strict compliance and counterparty risk limits.
- Executed and supervised spot and forward FX transactions; implemented hedging strategies to reduce exposure to currency volatility.
- Oversaw initiation, execution, and settlement of fixed income trades, ensuring accurate booking, pricing, and reconciliation.
- Strengthened counterparty relationships, assessed exposure, and negotiated improved terms and limits.
- As a core member of ALCO (Asset & Liability Committee), provided analysis and strategic input on liquidity, FX, and investment strategies.
- Participated in cross-departmental initiatives, including process automation projects that enhanced efficiency and reporting accuracy.
Senior Dealer FX, Fixed Income & Money Markets
Central Bank of Malta
Valletta
07.2017 - 10.2021
- Executed FX, money market, and fixed income trades within prescribed risk and policy parameters to enhance portfolio performance.
- Assisted in the management of foreign currency held-to-maturity and euro available-for-sale fixed income portfolios, contributing to income generation and balance sheet stability.
- Quoted FX and MM rates to internal departments and local counter-parties; structured hedging solutions to mitigate volatility and foreign exchange risk.
- Directed daily liquidity management, ensuring optimal allocation of reserves and compliance with ERM II, ANFA, and internal policies.
- Produced detailed daily, weekly, and monthly reports for senior management and policy committees, supporting monetary policy implementation and reserve management.
- Collaborated with IT and risk teams to improve operational systems, workflows, and compliance monitoring.
- Engaged in ad hoc projects and working groups addressing operational risk, trading efficiency, and compliance with the FX Global Code.
- Key Projects at the Central Bank:
- Currency Correlation Study — Conducted in-depth research into correlations across major currency pairs, identifying key macroeconomic drivers and their impact on portfolio risk. The study informed hedging strategies and reserve management decisions.
- Trade Blotter Application — Designed, developed, and implemented (in partnership with a third-party provider) an automated trade blotter system, replacing manual logs. The application streamlined trade capture, improved accuracy, and enhanced compliance reporting.
Education
Investment Management And Financial Analysis
CFA Institute
04-2025
Bachelor of Commerce (Honours) - Banking & Finance
University of Malta
Msida06-2017
Skills
- Problem Solving
- Reports Generation & Analysis
- Computer Proficient
- Dependable and Reliable
- Effective Team Player
- Report Writing
- Communication
- Team Building
- Budgeting
- Process Improvement
- MS Office Proficient
- Quick Learner
Interests
Football, Cooking, Music, Socializing, Travelling
Languages
Maltese
Native or Bilingual
English
Full Professional
Italian
Full Professional
Timeline
Fund Manager
Malta Government Venture Capital Limited
06.2023 - Current
Treasury Manager
Calamatta Cuschieri Investment Services Ltd.
10.2021 - 06.2023
Senior Dealer FX, Fixed Income & Money Markets
Central Bank of Malta
07.2017 - 10.2021
Bachelor of Commerce (Honours) - Banking & Finance
University of Malta
Investment Management And Financial Analysis
CFA Institute