Corentin Billard

Experience

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  Chêne-Bougeries Natation

  Sept 2012 - Sept 2013

  Swimming Instructor

  Provided individual and group instruction for varying ages (3 to 15 year old):✔Designed ad-hoc training programs to meet the participant's interests, abilities and goals✔ Implementation of quarterly exams✔Promotion of swimmer safety

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  Self Employed

  Jul 2015 - Dec 2015

  French Tutor

  French Teacher for university students:✔ Tailoring lessons according to client's levels and objectives✔Post-lessons Skype appointments✔ Implementation of an e-communication campaign in Melbourne

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  Entrecôte Melbourne

  Jul 2015 - Nov 2015

  Food Runner
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  Solvay

  Sept 2017 - Mar 2018

  IS Project Implementation / Digital Mentor - Silica Global Business Unit

  Project management assistant (research activities, analysis and projects implementation):✔ Successfully implemented a Data flow management tool to connect plants, business departments, customers, and data administrators.✔ Digital mentor for the Digital@Solvay project. Trainer on the potential added value and uses of the new digital technologies for the company (blockchain, cryptocurrencies, IoT...)✔ Provided support on the daily issues Solvay Business Services were facing✔ Use of SAP, SalesForce, G-suite, Workflow administration tools Show less

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  United Nations

  Apr 2018 - Aug 2018

  Research Intern

  • Co-Led the publication of an official United Nations Trade insight on “Trade Policies for Digital Goods” (Data Localization, Cybersecurity, Piracy, Encryption)• Contributed to the official 2018 "Trade and Investment" U.N. Report (read the full report here: https://www.unescap.org/publications/asia-pacific-trade-and-investment-report-2018)• Prepared data for the modelling of the effects of the “2018 Trade War” tariffs on the Asia and the Pacific countries• Awarded the “Business Process Analysis for Trade Facilitation” U.N. certification Show less

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  Société Générale

  Sept 2018 - Apr 2022

  • Appointed IT Audit lead for various missions on diverse perimeters (investment banking departments)• Awarded by Societe Generale APAC CEO for participating to develop the bank's Data Science knowledge• Conducted extensive IT and financial threats analysis presented to C-level executives for strategic decision making, using an evidence-based, data-driven approach• Coordinated the risk assessment exercise for both investment banking financial and IT audit entities• Developed several user-friendly software for increased audit performance (Front Office strategies in-depth analysis, fraud risks, Middle/Back Office process mining)• Provided hands-on python and computer science training. Advised audit teams on the use of data science (tools, scripts, techniques) in their coming missions. Presented concrete data science use-case to Japan top management• Generated data analysis and visualization using python scripts and vendor tools• Provided thematic opinions on technological initiatives (blockchain, data lakes)Familiar with the NIST Cybersecurity, COBIT, ISO 27000 series, ITIL Framework, IT General Controls.Familiar with Japanese, French, European financial regulators (both IT and Finance topics). Show less

  • Information Technology Auditor / Data Science

    Jan 2020 - Apr 2022

  • Information Technology Auditor

    Sept 2018 - Jan 2020
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  Revolut

  Mar 2022 - Nov 2024

  In charge of the Data Analysis on the whole Asia-Pacific perimeter at Revolut (Australia, Singapore, Japan, India). In charge of performing technical IT audit and Data Science tasks for Revolut Japan

  • Head of APAC Audit Data Analytics

    Jun 2023 - Nov 2024

  • Information Technology Auditor / Data Scientist Japan

    Mar 2022 - Jun 2023
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  MetLife

  Aug 2024 - now

  As the Head of Artificial Intelligence for MetLife’s APAC Audit department, I lead the development and deployment of AI-driven solutions to transform internal audit practices, enabling faster risk detection, smarter assurance, and deeper insights across the enterprise.Bridging data science, audit methodology, and regulatory compliance, I work at the intersection of advanced analytics, machine learning, and financial governance to enhance audit efficiency and effectiveness. My focus spans AI strategy design, audit automation, anomaly detection, and predictive risk modeling, tailored to the unique needs of insurance operations in a complex regulatory landscape.With a global perspective and a hands-on approach, I collaborate with cross-functional teams in Japan and across MetLife’s global network to ensure our AI solutions are ethical, explainable, and aligned with internal controls and audit standards. Show less As Deputy Head of Technology Internal Audit at MetLife Japan, I help steer the strategic and operational direction of IT assurance across one of the most dynamic insurance markets in the world. I lead audit engagements that span cloud transformation, cybersecurity, data governance, application controls, and emerging technology risks, ensuring alignment with global standards, local regulatory requirements, and MetLife’s enterprise objectives.I partner closely with senior IT, risk, and business leaders to provide insight, not just oversight. By combining audit expertise with deep technical knowledge, I aim to uncover opportunities for smarter risk mitigation and value creation.My role also involves mentoring future audit leaders, streamlining audit processes through automation and analytics, and contributing to global audit initiatives across MetLife’s international operations Show less

  • Head of Technology Audit

    Aug 2025 - now

  • Head of Artificial Intelligence - APAC

    Oct 2024 - now

  • Deputy Head of Technology Internal Audit

    Aug 2024 - now