Nishita Pattnaik

Proactive finance student with a strong focus on pursuing a career in financial risk management. Demonstrates effective teamwork and communication skills, consistently delivering high-quality results. Highly organized and motivated, with proven time management expertise, ready to contribute to diverse projects. Seeking entry-level opportunities to further develop skills while driving company growth.

Goldman Sachs Operations Job Simulation on Forage (January 2025)

• Completed a job simulation based on an Operations Analyst role at Goldman Sachs on Forage
• Analyzed financial data and identified issues in trade settlements and asset transfers for high net worth clients
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams, including Trading, Compliance, and IT, to resolve complex operational issues
• Applied best practices in operational risk management and regulatory compliance, demonstrating a strong understanding of the role's requirements.

Financial Markets - Coursera | Honors (June 2024)
Achieved 96.04% in the program, demonstrating strong proficiency in equity valuation, derivatives trading, and risk management.

Microsoft Excel Advanced Formulas and Functions – Udemy (September 2023)

• Utilized advanced Excel formulas and functions for data cleaning, analysis, and reporting for tasks.
• Automated repetitive tasks using Excel macros, saving 15% of operational time.

Core Committee Member-Events and Frameworks, CUSBMA

• Advanced from a volunteer to a Core Committee Member in events and frameworks committee within a year, demonstrating strong commitment and rapid skill development.
• Led Inception 2.0 (September 2024) as Vertical Head, successfully managing a team of 15 participants and 10 volunteers.
• Developed and implemented engaging business case studies, resulting in a 10% increase in participant engagement.
• Successfully executed a 3-day event within budget and to high acclaim.

Operations Volunteer -Centre for Academic and Professional Support

• Logistics: Inventory management, transportation, scheduling, coordination, vendor management, resource allocation
• Event Planning: Planning, execution, coordination, timelines, budgets, risk management, communication
• Hospitality: Provided excellent hospitality to visiting resource persons, enhancing their overall campus experience.

Volunteer- E-Cure NGO

• Contributed as a Student Volunteer, actively participating in campaigns to raise awareness about cleanliness and the urgent need to address climate change.
• Assisted in research projects by conducting data collection and preparing reports on waste management and the impact of climate change on Indian farmers.
• Contributed to a successful community clean-up drive that resulted in a 15% increase in community participation.