Amey Thakur
Finance Associate
Bengaluru
Summary
Accomplished finance professional with 5+ years of experience in global trade settlements, corporate repurchase operations, and financial risk management. Proven expertise in post-trade operations, liquidity management, and regulatory compliance, with a strong focus on risk mitigation, capital optimization, and trade lifecycle management. Skilled in enhancing operational efficiency through process automation (RPA, low-code solutions) and data-driven decision-making. Demonstrated success in stakeholder engagement, cross-functional collaboration, and front-to-back office coordination to drive business objectives. Technically proficient in MS Excel (Advanced), SQL, Bloomberg, and Python for financial modeling and analytics. Holds an MSc in Finance from Lancaster University, specializing in corporate finance and risk management.
Overview
1824
1824
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Associate
Goldman Sachs
Bangalore
12.2022 - 06.2023
- Led the restructuring and oversight of Corporate Repurchase/Buyback Trade Flows, increasing daily trade volume from 3 to 21 while serving as the Subject Matter Expert (SME) in settlement operations, trade lifecycle management, and regulatory compliance.
- Orchestrated cross-functional collaborations and strategic roadshows, enhancing client engagement, stakeholder relationships, and corporate culture.
- Designed and implemented risk reporting frameworks to proactively monitor corporate repurchase activities, mitigate operational risks, and ensure compliance with Basel III, MiFID II, and IFRS 9.
- Expertise in Debt Capital Markets (DCM) syndicate workflow across EMEA, including trade execution, post-trade settlement, regulatory reporting, and liquidity management.
- Improved client satisfaction scores by resolving complex trade discrepancies, optimizing settlement workflows, and delivering exceptional service in high-pressure environments.
- Built and maintained strong stakeholder relationships, streamlining communication between front, middle, and back-office teams to drive operational efficiency.
- Developed and optimized tax deduction workflows for Loan Agency portfolios, enhancing tax compliance, reporting accuracy, and operational efficiency.
Senior Analyst
Goldman Sachs
Bangalore
12.2020 - 12.2022
- Managed post-trade operations for Central Banks across EMEA (Bank of England, Banco de España), processing 120+ daily trades while ensuring regulatory compliance, risk mitigation, and operational efficiency.
- Automated trade-economic queries using Robotic Process Automation (RPA), reducing response times from 4 hours to 20 minutes, improving settlement accuracy and client satisfaction.
- Developed automated dashboards to monitor client inventory, trade settlements, and liquidity, reducing settlement failures and strengthening counterparty risk management.
- Collaborated with Technology and BI teams to implement low-code risk reporting automation, providing real-time insights to senior stakeholders and enhancing regulatory reporting frameworks.
- Mentored junior analysts, fostering professional development, process optimization, and industry best practices, enhancing overall team performance and efficiency.
Analyst
Goldman Sachs
Bengaluru
01.201 - 12.202
- Executed trade settlements across volatile markets (Israel, South Africa, Venezuela), ensuring accuracy and efficiency across debt and equity product cycles.
- Managed capital and inventory in high-risk markets, ensuring regulatory compliance (MiFID II, Basel III) and mitigating counterparty risk.
- Developed subject matter expertise in bespoke functions, including DWAC (Deposit/Withdrawal at Custodian), optimizing processes and enhancing settlement efficiency.
Education
Post-Graduate Certificate - Finance
Lancaster University
Lancaster,UK 10.2023 - 09.2024
Bachelor of Commerce - Finance
Jain University
Bangalore,India 07.2014 - 04.2017
Skills
- Debt & Equity Trade Settlement
- Corporate Repurchase & Buyback Operations
- Money Market & Cash Management
- Syndicate & IPO Execution
- Regulatory Compliance (Basel III, MiFID II, IFRS 9, EMIR)
- Risk Management & Reporting
- Operational Efficiency & Process Automation (RPA, Low-Code Solutions)
- Trade Lifecycle & Post-Trade Operations
- Client Relationship & Stakeholder Engagement
- Financial Modeling & Data Analytics
Leadership Experience
- Student Ambassador, Lancaster University, Collaborating with the university to promote events and increase student engagement through outreach initiatives.
- Postgraduate Student Board - Sports Officer, Lancaster University, Led sports activities and wellness initiatives to foster student engagement in university life.
Timeline
Post-Graduate Certificate - Finance
Lancaster University
10.2023 - 09.2024
Associate
Goldman Sachs
12.2022 - 06.2023
Senior Analyst
Goldman Sachs
12.2020 - 12.2022
Bachelor of Commerce - Finance
Jain University
07.2014 - 04.2017
Analyst
Goldman Sachs
01.201 - 12.202
Similar Profiles
Nagaditya Sri Abhiram GadeyNagaditya Sri Abhiram Gadey
Software Developer (Java) at Goldman SachsSoftware Developer (Java) at Goldman Sachs
John NikolofJohn Nikolof
Administrative Assistant at Goldman SachsAdministrative Assistant at Goldman Sachs
Jennifer LuongJennifer Luong
Associate at Goldman SachsAssociate at Goldman Sachs
Jaydeep YadavJaydeep Yadav
Eclerx Services Limited at [ Goldman Sachs ]Eclerx Services Limited at [ Goldman Sachs ]
SOMNATH BANERJEESOMNATH BANERJEE
Senior Analyst - Product Designer (AI/ML Team) at Dell TechnologiesSenior Analyst - Product Designer (AI/ML Team) at Dell Technologies