ANOOP GORIA
Bengaluru
Summary
Accomplished Business Execution and Operations Leader with 14 years of experience in global banking operations, trade lifecycle management, and operational migrations. Expertise in governance, risk management, and AI transformation, managing teams of up to 15 FTEs and overseeing multiple portfolios. Proven ability to enhance productivity and compliance while supporting stakeholders across APAC, EMEA, and North America.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Business Execution Associate Manager
WELLS FARGO
07.2020 - 06.2026
- Lead a team of 15 professionals supporting 5 operational portfolios across global banking operations.
- Manage annual transaction volumes exceeding 500,000 reconciliations and settlement activities.
- Achieved 99.5% SLA performance while maintaining strong risk and control standards.
- Delivered 35% productivity improvement through automation, AI adoption, and process redesign.
- Reduced manual workload equivalent to 4 FTEs through automation initiatives.
- Improved operational accuracy by 25% and reduced exceptions by approximately 40%.
- Led records-retention automation across India and the Philippines, strengthening governance and compliance.
- Partner with 30+ global stakeholders across Operations, Technology, Risk, Compliance, and Business teams.
- Directed strategic transformation initiatives supporting operational resilience and business continuity.
Team Leader
STANDARD CHARTERED
12.2017 - 07.2020
- Led 8-member team in settlement and reconciliation operations, enhancing team cohesion and effectiveness.
- Directed processing of 250,000 transactions annually, ensuring accuracy and timely completion.
- Maintained 99%+ SLA adherence across key operational deliverables.
- Reduced turnaround times by 20% through workflow optimization.
- Led training, coaching, and performance management initiatives improving team effectiveness.
- Collaborated with stakeholders across APAC, Europe, and Middle East to streamline communication and operational alignment.
Associate
SOCIÉTÉ GÉNÉRALE
09.2013 - 06.2017
- Managed brokerage settlements and reconciliations supporting high-value derivative transactions.
- Handled approximately 150,000+ transactions annually.
- Improved reconciliation efficiency by 15% through process improvements.
- Supported project testing, stakeholder management, and operational control enhancements.
- Successfully transitioned the Issuing Fees process from Société Générale Paris to India.
- Built an 8-FTE operating model from scratch including SOPs, controls, governance frameworks, and training programs.
- Delivered full operational readiness within planned timelines with zero major service disruptions.
Operations Analyst - OTC Derivative Settlements
DEUTSCHE BANK
11.2011 - 09.2013
- Managed OTC derivative settlements, reconciliations, and resolved Nostro breaks to ensure accurate transaction processing.
- Supported daily settlement activities across multiple global markets, enhancing operational efficiency.
- Maintained strong control standards and monitored service quality metrics to uphold compliance.
- Recognized for delivering accurate and timely client servicing.
Education
MBA - Finance
T John Institute of Management & Science
BangaloreSkills
- Banking Operations
- Trade management
- OTC Derivatives
- Brokerage Settlements
- Reconciliations
- Interest Rate Risk
- Risk management
- Compliance governance
- Process Improvement
- Operational Excellence
- Business Execution Management
- Program execution
- Stakeholder engagement
- Change leadership
- Global leadership
Accomplishments
- Delivered 35% productivity improvement through automation and AI-enabled transformation initiatives.
- Reduced manual effort equivalent to 4-5 FTEs through process optimization and workflow automation.
- Improved operational accuracy by 25% and reduced processing errors by 40%.
- Consistently achieved 99.5%+ SLA adherence across critical operational processes.
- Managed operational activities supporting annual transaction volumes exceeding 1 million transactions.
Transformation Highlights
LIBOR Transition Program
- Built the LIBOR transition operating model from scratch. Developed SOPs, policies, procedures, governance controls, and training materials.
- Led resource onboarding and knowledge transfer activities. Supported successful benchmark reform implementation and operational readiness.
AI & AUTOMATION LEADERSHIP
- Introduced AI-enabled solutions improving productivity, accuracy, and turnaround times.
- Delivered measurable efficiency gains while strengthening governance and compliance.
- Led digital transformation initiatives supporting future-state operating models.
Paris Migration Program
- Transitioned Issuing fees operations from Paris to India.
- Built operating model from scratch
- Developed controls, SOPs, governance framework
- Established team structure and training plan
- Delivered migration with zero critical incidents
Languages
English
Proficient
C2
Kannada
Beginner
A1
Timeline
Business Execution Associate Manager
WELLS FARGO
07.2020 - 06.2026
Team Leader
STANDARD CHARTERED
12.2017 - 07.2020
Associate
SOCIÉTÉ GÉNÉRALE
09.2013 - 06.2017
Operations Analyst - OTC Derivative Settlements
DEUTSCHE BANK
11.2011 - 09.2013
MBA - Finance
T John Institute of Management & Science