Akhil Pakkath
Product Manager | Busines Analyst
Kozhikode
Summary
Innovative and results-driven Product Manager and Business Analyst with extensive experience leading the end-to-end product lifecycle across Fintech, banking, and enterprise SaaS domains. Skilled in defining product vision, strategy, and roadmaps, translating business needs into actionable enhancements, and driving adoption through data-led decisions. Adept at managing cross-functional teams, mentoring teams, and delivering impactful user experiences. Certified in SAFe, Scrum, and Product-led Growth.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
2007
2007
years of post-secondary education
6
6
Certifications
Work History
Senior Manager - Trade Products (Product Manager)
Cleareye.ai
02.2025 - Current
- Leading product enhancement initiatives for ClearTrade, driving improvements in trade finance digitalization.
- Collaborating with stakeholders to align features with market and regulatory requirements.
Business Solutions Manager (Product Manager Role)
Cognizant Technology Solutions
01.2022 - 02.2025
- Defined the product vision and roadmap for global clients, delivering digital transformation across fintech and banking.
- Led backlog refinement, sprint planning, and UX/UI collaboration to deliver user-centric solutions.
- Streamlined stakeholder communication and accelerated feature delivery through agile practices.
- Monitored KPIs, and implemented continuous improvements to optimize development efficiency.
- Client Engagements:
- Ernst & Young (2024-2025): AI-powered Risk Management Platform and Payroll Chatbot.
- TSB UK (2022-2024): Product-led growth strategy for mobile banking; launched Mobile Cheque Deposit and Authenticated Personal Current Account Opening
Assistant Consultant (Product & Business Analysis Leadership)
Tata Consultancy Services Ltd
08.2007 - 01.2022
- Led enterprise-scale product initiatives for global clients in banking, payments, insurance, and trade finance.
- Defined product roadmaps, gathered requirements, and ensured seamless delivery in agile and waterfall environments.
- Client Engagements:
- United Parcel Service (2021-2022): Workforce Optimization Platform Product Owner.
- Gjensidige Insurance: Digital insurance transformation, revenue growth via digital sales.
- Viva Wallet: Smart POS and acquiring platform, delivered Android/iOS apps.
- Barclays UK (2018-2019): Open Banking APIs, Salesforce Krux DMP implementation.
- Gulf Bank of Kuwait: Trade finance migration, portfolio advisory service, ETF trading integration.
- Standard Bank of South Africa: RPA automation analyst improving operational efficiency.
- Barclays Africa: Mobile banking app development across multiple countries.
- Nielsen: Reverse-engineered Arbitron systems post-acquisition, optimized analytics.
- SADAD (Saudi Arabia): Payment gateway development for SAMA compliance.
- Nedbank Ltd (South Africa): Credit card sales and servicing process optimization.
- American Express: Credit card issuance projects, NZ Platinum Edge launch, and Asia-Pacific migrations.
Education
Bachelor of Technology - Computer Science and Engineering
National Institute of Technology Calicut
Kozhikode, India03-2007
Skills
- Product Strategy, Roadmap Planning, Go-to-Market
- Agile (Scrum, SAFe), Backlog Management, Sprint Optimization
- Requirements Gathering, User Story Mapping, Stakeholder Management
Product development
Product vision and strategy
Roadmap development
Prioritization and execution
Requirements gathering
Agile software development
Research and trend analysis
User and UX research
User acceptance testing
Certification
Certified SAFe 6 Practitioner - Scaled Agile
Accomplishments
- Delivered TSB Mobile Banking growth strategy resulting in higher engagement and retention.
- Led multiple enterprise digital transformations across banking and fintech sectors.
- Recipient of TCS “Inspiring Role Model” award and eight “On the Spot” recognitions.
Timeline
Senior Manager - Trade Products (Product Manager)
Cleareye.ai
02.2025 - Current
Business Solutions Manager (Product Manager Role)
Cognizant Technology Solutions
01.2022 - 02.2025
Assistant Consultant (Product & Business Analysis Leadership)
Tata Consultancy Services Ltd
08.2007 - 01.2022
Bachelor of Technology - Computer Science and Engineering
National Institute of Technology Calicut
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