BHARATH KUMAR
Bengaluru
Summary
Investment banking professional with 12+ years of experience in trade support, settlements, and operations across diverse asset classes. Proven track record in risk mitigation, process optimization, and regulatory compliance. Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills, delivering high-impact results in dynamic, high-pressure environments and Experienced Collateral Management specialist skilled in optimizing margin processes, mitigating counterparty risk, and driving operational efficiency in global investment banking environments.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Manager
TCS - Bangalore
06.2021 - Current
- Oversaw daily operations and facilitated team meetings to ensure alignment and productivity.
- Oversaw daily collateral operations across OTC derivatives, repo, securities lending, and other marginable products.
- Managed end-to-end collateral settlements by coordinating with custodians, CCPs, and counterparties to ensure timely and accurate movements.
- Provided analytical support to Front Office, Risk, and Treasury for collateral optimization and liquidity planning.
- Reviewed and approved margin calls (VM/IM), ensuring accuracy in line with ISDA/CSA terms and regulatory obligations.
- Supervised and mentored team members, ensuring SLA adherence and continuous process improvement.
- Managed end-to-end trade lifecycle, including pre-matching, confirmations, and settlements.
- Handled high-value transactions and monitored buy-in trades to mitigate risk.
- Ensured timely settlements through coordination with counterparties and trading desk.
- Performed reconciliations and resolved trade discrepancies promptly.
- Conducted start-of-day and end-of-day checks to maintain operational continuity.
- Drafted and submitted SOPs for client review and approval.
- Partnered with the client data team to streamline settlement processes.
- Prioritized tasks effectively to meet tight deadlines with consistent accuracy.
- Supervised team performance and implemented improvement plans as needed.
- Addressed escalations using clear communication and structured problem-solving.
- Resolved client queries by providing clear, step-by-step assistance.
- Fostered team collaboration through regular engagement and team-building activities.
- Trained and mentored team members to enhance overall performance and productivity.
Subject Matter Expert
Accenture - Bangalore
06.2015 - 06.2021
- Ensure efficient handling of confirmations and reconciliation in trade lifecycle.
- Coordinated pre-matching, confirmations, settlements, reconciliation, and fails management.
- Coordinated with the middle office to resolve issues related to short positions.
- Performed daily margin calculations, dispute resolution, and reconciliation of collateral balances.
- Collaborated with trading, risk, and treasury teams to support collateral optimization strategies
- Ensured timely and accurate collateral movements (cash & non-cash) in line with regulatory and counterparty requirements.
- Informed funding teams about fund shortages.
- Resolved risk-related issues and escalated to management when needed.
- Supervised global transactions and ensured on-time settlements with respective market agents.
- Optimized settlement workflows by liaising with static and reference data teams.
- Optimized settlement procedures by focusing on detail and proactive strategies.
- Trained, coached and mentored consultants to increase team productivity.
- Handled complex problems and issues by understanding root causes and implementing solutions.
ANALYST (DEALER)
Sharekhan Ltd - Bangalore
07.2012 - 05.2015
- Oversaw marketing efforts and facilitated corporate presentations related to brokerage solutions.
- Facilitated financial advisory services in primary and secondary markets.
- Advised clients on portfolio strategies considering current market conditions.
- Conducted promotional events at various franchise locations.
- Managed KYC registration processes for various financial products.
- Created detailed financial analyses for client portfolios.
- Helped clients enhance internal structures and improve handling of current and potential problems.
- Evaluated customer feedback to identify areas for product and service improvement.
OFFICE ASSISTANT
IFCI Financial Services Ltd - Bangalore
12.2009 - 04.2011
- Delivered comprehensive financial solutions for both institutional and retail clients.
- Enhanced operational efficiency through consistent reporting to head office.
- Oversaw efficient procedures for opening client demat and trading accounts.
- Performed banking tasks involving challan completion and client cheque remittance.
- Offers a wide range of financial products and services to both institutional and retail investors.
- Managed receptionist area, greeting visitors and responding to telephone and in-person enquiries.
- Answered telephone calls to offer information, direct callers and take messages.
Education
BCOM -
BANGALORE UNIVERSITY
Bengaluru, KA2014
Skills
- Trade lifecycle and settlements: pre-matching, confirmations, settlements, fails, buy-ins; equity, fixed income, derivatives; cross-border handling
- Reconciliation and Risk Control: Intellimatch, TLM, Stoxx, Matisse
- Systems & Tools: Calypso, FISS, GOS, GLOSS, Broadridge, TLM, Excel (Advanced), PowerPoint, JIRA, SharePoint, ISAAC
- Regulatory Knowledge: EMIR, CSDR, and SFTR
- Stakeholder Collaboration: Custodians, brokers, middle office, funding desk, onshore teams
Accomplishments
- Client Appreciations and Award for Excellence in Production and Quality from Onshore
- Spot Award for Best Performer
- Core Value Champion
- Star of Business Award
- Best Employee Award at BNPP
Certification
- Capital market
- AI Tools and ChatGPT
Languages
English
Proficient
C2
Kannada
Advanced
C1
Telugu
Advanced
C1
Tamil
Upper Intermediate
B2
Hindi
Upper Intermediate
B2
Personal Information
Timeline
Assistant Manager
TCS - Bangalore
06.2021 - Current
Subject Matter Expert
Accenture - Bangalore
06.2015 - 06.2021
ANALYST (DEALER)
Sharekhan Ltd - Bangalore
07.2012 - 05.2015
OFFICE ASSISTANT
IFCI Financial Services Ltd - Bangalore
12.2009 - 04.2011
BCOM -
BANGALORE UNIVERSITY