Appointment underscores Mizuho’s commitment to growing its markets platform in the region and further build its global offering
London, 9 October: Mizuho EMEA, part of Mizuho Financial Group, one of the largest financial institutions in the world, today announces the appointment of Fahim Rahman as Head of Derivative Risk Solutions, EMEA.
Fahim will continue to develop Mizuho’s Derivatives, Risk Advisory and FX services which is one of the strategic growth pillars for the EMEA Corporate and Investment Bank.
Fahim joins from UBS where he was Head of Corporate Fixed-Income Solutions, EMEA, having previously held a similar leadership role at Credit Suisse, as Head of EMEA Derivative Solutions.
Fahim will report directly to Asif Godall, Head of Markets, EMEA.
Asif Godall, Head of Markets, EMEA, said: “We are thrilled to welcome Fahim to Mizuho. We have recently unified our derivatives and FX offering in EMEA across our banking and securities entities. Fahim will leverage the excellent work done by Borja Rivas and his team, connect with our Americas, APAC and Japan teams and continue to grow this line of business. Our ambition is to become a leading and trusted hedging and solutions advisor to our clients.”
Fahim Rahman, on his appointment, added: “Mizuho has ambitious plans to enhance its risk solutions capabilities, and I look forward to collaborating with the EMEA and global teams and leveraging their deep expertise to service our clients”.
Fahim’s appointment signals another strategic milestone for Mizuho as it advances its EMEA franchise, enhancing the firm's position as a global financing leader with unique ties to Japan and Asian capital flows. It complements the appointment of Vikram Dadlani as Head of Credit Trading, Mizuho EMEA, in September. Also reporting to Asif Godall, Vikram will play a pivotal role in further strengthening Mizuho EMEA’s markets platform. Additionally, Mizuho agreed in July to acquire Augusta & Co Limited, a leading independent specialist financial advisory firm serving the Renewable Energy and Energy Transition sectors.
About Mizuho EMEA
Mizuho EMEA provides corporates and institutions in the region with unparalleled access and expertise in Japan and Asia, and supports clients with their corporate and investment banking, and asset management needs. Headquartered in London and with a strong presence throughout the region, our client base includes leading corporations, financial institutions and state owned entities. Mizuho is deeply committed to serving client needs, enabling our people to flourish, and helping to improve society and communities where we do business.
Mizuho’s presence in EMEA is an integral part of the Japan-based Mizuho Financial Group, Inc. Mizuho Financial Group is one of the largest financial institutions in the world, offering comprehensive financial and strategic services through its subsidiaries. The group has over 900 offices and 60,000 employees worldwide in nearly 40 countries throughout the Americas, EMEA, and Asia. As of 31 March 2025, its total assets were US$2 trillion.