Chirag Parekh
Pune
Summary
Strategic and visionary Learning & Development Leader with 16+ years of progressive experience in the financial services industry, currently serving as Vice President – L&D at Nuvama Wealth Management. Proven success in designing and executing scalable learning strategies, leadership development programs, and digital transformation initiatives. Adept at aligning talent development with organizational goals, driving performance, and fostering a culture of continuous learning. Seeking to leverage expertise within a forward-thinking wealth management firm that values innovation, talent, and business alignment.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Vice President – Learning & Development
Nuvama Wealth Management
Pune
05.2012 - Current
- Lead a high-performing team to design and deliver comprehensive business and client-centric educational seminars, aligned with strategic business goals.
- Drive L&D initiatives for 2,000+ employees across Wealth and Asset Management, ensuring learning programs directly support organizational growth.
- Spearheaded 200+ client and partner seminars, enhancing product knowledge and strengthening key stakeholder relationships.
- Orchestrated end-to-end Product and Platform training for Wealth Managers, elevating client engagement and service quality.
- Pioneered a digital learning ecosystem, boosting learner engagement and content consumption by 65% within the first year.
- Rolled out targeted behavioral training, resulting in a 20% improvement in client satisfaction scores.
- Implemented Learning ROI frameworks to measure and align training impact with business performance indicators.
- Developed and executed leadership development programs to accelerate succession planning and improve retention of high-potential talent.
- Enhanced onboarding experience through blended, experiential learning approaches, reducing ramp-up time and increasing engagement.
- Deployed an AI-driven learning platform enabling personalized, data-backed learning journeys to optimize skill development.
Branch Manager
Asit C. Mehta Investment Intermediates Ltd.
Mumbai
10.2011 - 05.2012
- Managed branch operations, including revenue generation through broking, cross-selling, and new client acquisition.
- Educated clients on market conditions and available investment services.
- Set performance targets and aligned branch activities with business goals.
Assistant Manager / Team Leader – Customer Engagement / Dealer
Sharekhan Ltd.
Mumbai
12.2008 - 10.2011
- Drove sales and revenue by reactivating dormant clients and deepening customer engagement.
- Planned and executed strategies to enhance team productivity and service quality.
- Monitored team leader performance and provided ongoing coaching and feedback.
- Led recruitment and training of executives on equities, derivatives, financial products, systems, and processes.
Education
Bachelor of Commerce -
University of Mumbai
India01.2008
Skills
- L&D Strategy & Execution
- Leadership & Executive Development
- Digital Learning Transformation
- Talent & Performance Management
- Financial Services Industry Expertise
- Behavioral & Technical Training
- Learning Analytics & ROI
- Stakeholder Engagement & Influence
- Instructional Design
- LMS Expertise
Certification
- Lean Six Sigma Green Belt
- Certified in Consultative Selling Skills Training
- Certified Facilitator for Managerial Development Programs
Key Projects And Achievements
- Managerial Excellence Program: Designed a fast-track journey for AVPs/VPs, reducing attrition by 18%.
- AI-based Learning: Rolled out AI-driven learning across the organization with 90% adoption.
- Virtual Learning Academy: Digitized 80% of in-person training during COVID-19, achieving 95% learner engagement.
Timeline
Vice President – Learning & Development
Nuvama Wealth Management
05.2012 - Current
Branch Manager
Asit C. Mehta Investment Intermediates Ltd.
10.2011 - 05.2012
Assistant Manager / Team Leader – Customer Engagement / Dealer
Sharekhan Ltd.
12.2008 - 10.2011
Bachelor of Commerce -
University of Mumbai
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