Forward-thinking professional offering advanced experience in overseeing operations, driving business strategy and overhauling distribution networks. Highly proficient in business development and strategic planning resulting in consistent growth and profitability. Proven leader with track record of successful communication, client relationship building, and achievement of sales goals.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Associate Vice President
NatWest Group
Gurugram
01.2022 - Current
NatWest provide a full range of banking and insurance services to personal, business and commercial customers
Successfully designed, implemented, and managed robust AML Exits Account Closure Team of 20 staffs to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements
Conducted comprehensive risk assessments to identify potential money laundering and financial crime risks within the organization
Developed and implemented risk mitigation strategies and controls to minimize the risk exposure
Fostered strong collaboration with other sub-division to ensure a holistic approach to AML
Established a framework for continuous improvement in AML processes, incorporating feedback, industry trends, and lessons learned from internal incidents or external cases.
Customer Service & Operations Delivery Manager
The Royal Bank of Scotland
Gurugram
01.2018 - 01.2022
Worked as Delivery Manager in Account Closure Department for Retail and Business Customers
Implemented streamlined processes and workflow improvements that resulted in increased operational efficiency
Reduced processing times and operational costs through the identification and elimination of bottlenecks
Led the integration of new technologies and digital solutions to enhance banking operations
Implemented automation tools to streamline routine tasks and improve accuracy
Ensured strict adherence to regulatory requirements and compliance standards in all banking operations
Successfully navigated regulatory audits with minimal findings and implemented corrective actions where necessary
Built and led high-performing teams by fostering a positive and collaborative work culture
Implemented training and development programs to enhance the skills and capabilities of the operations team.
Operations Team Leader
The Royal Bank of Scotland
Gurugram
01.2011 - 01.2018
Successfully migrated Lending Operations from United Kingdom to India
Worked for Lending process on Relationship Manager Platform, where we are dealing with various kinds of Lending products like Overdraft, Credit Cards & Charge Cards, and Loans etc
Providing support to Credit teams by ensuring the timely, judicious and accurate processing of Lending request
Review and check borrowers' obligations, credit reports, financial histories etc to prepare lending applications for underwriting submittal
Ensure compliance with company policies, underwriting guidelines and lending-program requirements.
Education
Master's degree - Management and Marketing of Insurance
Revolutionizing Efficiency: Bringing 'Exit Closures' In-House - Have trained 15 staff members into closures process and within 1 month process was in-housed with 100% accuracy and helped other teams to manage their WIP.
Building exceptional team - Hired 100+ people during career and currently leading the most successful team in CDD Exits Department.
Expertise in Operations - Implemented Digital solutions and new online closure strategy which allowed us to reduce SLA by 1 day and open platform for customers on weekends.
Industryexpertise
Operations Management & Team Handling
AML & KYC, Customer Onboarding & Offboarding
Digitalization & Process Transition
Personal Information
Title: Associate Vice President
Languages
Hindi Native
English Proficient
Training
Governance Essentials
Licentiate from Insurance Institute of India, 2010
Strategic Planning
Scrum Master Certification, 2024
LANGUAGES
Hindi
First Language
English
Advanced (C1)
C1
Timeline
Associate Vice President
NatWest Group
01.2022 - Current
Customer Service & Operations Delivery Manager
The Royal Bank of Scotland
01.2018 - 01.2022
Operations Team Leader
The Royal Bank of Scotland
01.2011 - 01.2018
Master's degree - Management and Marketing of Insurance