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Minu Kannaya

Minu Kannaya

Hyderabad

Summary

Results-driven Customer Support Team Lead with 10+ years of experience in managing high-performing teams within fast-paced environments. Currently leading operations at Remitly, specializing in driving service excellence, optimizing team productivity, and maintaining strict adherence to SLAs and KPIs such as CSAT, AHT, and quality.

Proven ability to reduce shrinkage, improve performance through structured coaching, and handle critical escalations with a customer-first approach. Skilled in workforce planning, stakeholder management, and cross-functional collaboration to enhance overall customer experience.

Strong leadership mindset with a focus on team development, engagement, and operational efficiency.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Team Lead – Customer Support Remitly

Sutherland Global Services
Hyderabad, Telangana
2026.01 - Current
  • Led a team of customer support associates to deliver high-quality service aligned with company SLAs and customer experience standards.
  • Monitored daily operations, ensuring optimal staffing, shrinkage control, and adherence to schedules.
  • Drove team performance by tracking KPIs such as CSAT, AHT, FCR, productivity, and quality scores.
  • Conducted regular 1:1s, coaching sessions, and feedback discussions to improve individual and team performance.
  • Managed escalations effectively, ensuring quick resolution and maintaining customer trust.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams (QA, Training, Workforce Management) to improve processes and service delivery.
  • Prepared and analyzed performance reports to identify trends, gaps, and improvement opportunities.
  • Implemented action plans to enhance team efficiency, reduce errors, and improve customer satisfaction.
  • Supported hiring, onboarding, and training of new team members.
  • Motivated the team through recognition, engagement activities, and a positive work environment.

TeamLead

Mediamint
Hyderabad
2025.05 - 2026.01
  • Managed and guided a team of shopping raters to maintain quality and consistency.
  • Streamlined workflows by identifying inefficiencies and introducing process improvements.
  • Initiated new activities to enhance team engagement and collaboration.
  • Monitored performance and provided feedback to drive productivity and accuracy.
  • Coordinated communication between team members and management for smooth operations.
  • Develop and implement best practices to enhance new customer education and onboarding.

Team Lead

Marketstar
Hyderabad
2025.02 - 2025.05
  • People Management: Coaching a team of Account Strategists, conducting performance reviews, and overseeing daily workflows to hit sales or service targets.
  • Performance Tracking: Monitoring KPIs like revenue growth, CSAT (customer satisfaction), and campaign ROI to ensure Google’s advertisers are successful.
  • Strategic Oversight: Handling high-level client escalations and identifying opportunities to optimise ad spend across Search, Display, and YouTube.

Team Lead – Digital Advertising & AML

Accenture
Hyderabad, Telangana
2023.01 - 2025.01

Led cross-functional teams across Google Ads (Digital Marketing) and Meta (Regulatory Compliance – Transaction Monitoring), driving both revenue growth and compliance excellence.

Google Ads.

  • Led a team of 15–25+ analysts managing end-to-end Google Ads campaigns (Search, Display, Video) for global clients.
  • Delivered consultative strategies to advertisers, improving ROI through keyword optimisation, bidding strategies, and campaign restructuring.
  • Ensured SLA adherence and KPI achievement across metrics such as revenue, CTR, conversions, quality, and productivity.
  • Conducted 1:1s, coaching, and performance reviews, improving team productivity and quality scores.
  • Managed workforce planning, shrinkage, and workload distribution to ensure optimal team utilization.
  • Built and maintained SOPs and QA frameworks to ensure consistent campaign quality and compliance.
  • Generated data-driven insights and reports, enabling strategic decision-making, and campaign optimisation.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional stakeholders and clients, presenting performance insights, and driving business growth.

Meta – Regulatory Compliance (AML/KYC and Transaction Monitoring).

  • Monitored customer transactions to detect suspicious activities, money laundering, and fraud risks.
  • Conducted transaction analysis and investigations, preparing detailed reports, including Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs).
  • Performed KYC verification and risk assessment, ensuring adherence to regulatory and internal compliance standards.
  • Handled case analysis and resolution for compliance-related issues with high accuracy.
  • Maintained 95%+ quality scores, ensuring strict compliance with audit and regulatory requirements.
  • Supported quality assurance processes and audits, ensuring zero compliance breaches.

Team Leader

Regalix
Hyderabad
2019.04 - 2023.01
  • Joined Regalix as a Consultative Sales Representative.
  • Outstanding Performer in the first quarter and multiple other quarters.
  • Promoted to POD Lead (POD Specialist) on April 1, 2021, selected by management.
  • Led team activities, delegated tasks, and ensured target achievement.
  • Developed Google Ads strategies to surpass targets and handled team escalations.
  • Won Outstanding POD Lead Award in January 2022.
  • Promoted to Team Lead on July 1, 2022, through IJP.
  • Managed a team of outbound sales representatives, promoting Google Ads services.
  • Provided coaching and support to ensure team members met sales targets.
  • Developed sales strategies to optimise Google Ads, and drive revenue growth.
  • Analysed market trends and customer feedback to improve sales techniques.
  • Monitored KPIs and team performance, implementing corrective actions when needed.
  • Handled escalations, resolving customer enquiries, technical issues, and objections.
  • Conducted performance evaluations, feedback sessions, and training programmes.
  • Ensured compliance with company policies and industry regulations.
  • Acted as a liaison between sales teams and upper management, providing regular updates.

HR Consultant

Genpact
Hyderabad
2014.01 - 2015.02
  • Recruited & onboarded candidates, ensuring alignment with company goals.
  • Maintained accurate employee records for compliance.
  • Handled communication with vendors and administrators, resolving inquiries.
  • Implemented HR strategies to minimise disruptions and meet business needs.
  • Worked with leaders to fulfil workforce requirements and enhance team agility.
  • Conducted new hire orientations for smooth onboarding.
  • Reviewed applications and shortlisted candidates for interviews.

Senior Sales Consultant

Y- Axis Overseas Education
Hyderabad
2013.01 - 2014.09
  • Expert Guidance & Counselling: Help students choose the right course, university, and destination based on their academic background and career goals.
  • Provide insights into global education systems and application requirements.
  • Simplifying the application process: Assist with application forms, document compilation, and test preparations.
  • Ensure students meet deadlines, and submit strong applications.
  • Visa and Immigration Support: Guide students through visa applications, interview preparation, and compliance with immigration policies.
  • Help secure necessary permits for studying abroad.
  • Financial Planning & Scholarships: Offer advice on budgeting, expenses, and funding options.
  • Assist in finding scholarships, grants, and loans to ease financial burdens.
  • Ongoing Support and Transition Assistance: Provide pre-departure guidance, cultural orientation, and on-campus support.
  • Help students with accommodation, banking, healthcare, and settling into a new country.

Process Associate

GE Money
Hyderabad
2008.06 - 2008.12
  • Customer Service Representative - Mervyn's Credit Card.
  • Assisted customers with enquiries, complaints, and issue resolution related to credit card services.
  • Managed customer accounts, processing updates and changes accurately.
  • Educated customers on self-service options, such as online banking, for better convenience.
  • Ensured compliance with bank policies, regulations, and ethical codes of conduct.
  • Processed transactions efficiently and accurately, maintaining high service standards.
  • Evaluated and made decisions on credit limits and card approvals, based on policies.
  • Promoted credit card products and services, identifying opportunities to enhance customer benefits.
  • Collected and documented customer feedback, implementing solutions to improve service.
  • Escalated unresolved issues to internal teams for further investigation and resolution.

Education

Certificate of Higher Education - Commerce

Bhavana's Vivekananda Degree College
Hyderabad
2008-01

Commerce

Bhavan's Aurbindo Junior College
Hyderabad

Skills

  • Team supervision
  • Customer experience
  • AML/KYC screening process
  • Employee engagement
  • Leadership and management
  • Team development
  • Performance monitoring
  • Employee training and coaching
  • Workforce planning
  • Recruitment and onboarding
  • Conflict resolution
  • Sales and marketing
  • Google Ads management
  • Consultative sales
  • Sales strategy
  • KPI achievement
  • Market analysis
  • Operations compliance
  • Regulatory auditing
  • Service level agreements (SLA)

Timeline

Team Lead – Customer Support Remitly

Sutherland Global Services
2026.01 - Current

TeamLead

Mediamint
2025.05 - 2026.01

Team Lead

Marketstar
2025.02 - 2025.05

Team Lead – Digital Advertising & AML

Accenture
2023.01 - 2025.01

Team Leader

Regalix
2019.04 - 2023.01

HR Consultant

Genpact
2014.01 - 2015.02

Senior Sales Consultant

Y- Axis Overseas Education
2013.01 - 2014.09

Process Associate

GE Money
2008.06 - 2008.12

Certificate of Higher Education - Commerce

Bhavana's Vivekananda Degree College

Commerce

Bhavan's Aurbindo Junior College
Minu Kannaya