Moscow State Institute of International Relations (University) MFA Russia MGIMO

Kabardino-Balkarian State University

Lead, develop, and execute local policy, public affairs, and stakeholder strategies in alignment with business objectives as the Business Partner for Crop Science

Proactively manage Bayer's reputation in the external environment through engagement with key governmental stakeholders, NGO advocacy groups, and trade associations.
Act as a key contributor to the local management team, offering expertise in policy and public affairs to support strategic decision-making.

Represent Bayer Russia Crop Science within the global public affairs team, sharing insights, best practices, and driving new initiatives.

Facilitate participation in relevant high-level political events such as meetings and conferences to enhance Bayer's presence and influence.

Lead sustainability projects to support Bayer's commitment to environmental and social responsibility.

Bayer

Senior Adviser Public and Government Affairs & Sustainability

Advocating for the interests of represented companies within the Russian Government.
Coordinating activities across Agribusiness, Commercial Vehicles, Construction Equipment, Automotive Components, and Tire producers committees.
Establishing, managing, and nurturing networks with federal governmental bodies, industry associations, think tanks, NGOs, and key decision-makers.
Developing and implementing a monitoring system to track changes in Russian laws, regulations, policies, and political dynamics.
Establishing, maintaining, managing and developing various networks with federal governmental authorities, industry associations, NGOs, key decision-makers and influencers.
Representing the committees in the EU industry associations, arranging meetings with the EU authorities and other stakeholders.
Organizing open meetings, round tables, seminars, conferences, forums initiated by committees in Eurasian countries and the EU.
Overseeing the program of International Moscow Automotive Forum (IMAF), Tatarstan International Automotive Forum (TIAF), Construction Equipment Forum CEF, and COMTRANS Arena, including keynote speakers, sessions, topics, and B2B meetings.

The Association of European Businesses — AEB

Committee Coordinator / Government Relations Manager

Assisting the Management Officer in overseeing the day-to-day operations of the Post Finance Team.
Supervising a team of 3 finance professionals, including a deputy accountant, payroll officer, and accounts clerk, by monitoring performance, delegating tasks, and ensuring follow-up actions are taken.
Financial Operations:

Conducting end-of-month checks on all accounts within the Russia network and submitting reports to the main office in the UK.
Generating spend and project reports, overseeing budget control, and providing an overview in Hyperion.
Regularly monitoring cash holdings in Russia Network bank accounts.
Processing Subordinate Posts Spreadsheets and reconciling SP accounts.
Updating the Finance Team page on Sharepoint on a regular basis.

Deputy Accountant (08.2008):

Managing individual bank accounts and facilitating the opening of debit cards for local staff and expatriates.
Handling accounts payable tasks, including invoice entry and payment processing via Prism, bank client payments, and payment reconciliation.
Managing sterling cheque payments for expatriates, banking sterling receipts, and reconciling RUR/USD/GBP payments.
Conducting cash payments/receipts, balancing daily cash box accounts, and reconciling transactions on Prism.
Managing staff debtors and creating debit memos as necessary.
Facilitating subsistence for Official Embassy visitors and managing advance payments and expense claims in compliance with internal guidelines.
Ensuring accurate entry of all cash receipts, visa/consular fees refunds, etc.

Foreign and Commonwealth Office

Deputy Finance Team Leader at British Embassy

Customer Relationship Management:

Organize and oversee customer service for both legal entities and individuals, ensuring prompt and efficient assistance to meet their financial needs.
Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, addressing inquiries, resolving issues, and providing personalized financial solutions.

Operational Oversight:

Maintain control over documentation and operational processes throughout the day, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and internal policies.
Monitor transactional activities to identify and mitigate risks, ensuring the security and integrity of financial operations.

Interbank Transaction Support:

Provide support for interbank transactions, facilitating seamless transfers and payments between financial institutions.
Collaborate with internal teams to streamline processes and enhance efficiency in interbank operations.

Implementation of Bank Programs:

Spearhead the implementation and adoption of new bank programs, including Athena, Western Union, Contact, and Unistream.

Continuous Improvement:

Identify areas for improvement in customer service processes, operational workflows, and program utilization, proposing and implementing strategic initiatives to enhance overall efficiency and client satisfaction.
Stay updated on industry trends, regulatory changes, and emerging technologies to maintain a competitive edge in the financial services sector

Asker Nakhushev