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Education
Skills
Certification
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Prior Intimation / Notice
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Nitin Pandey

Nitin Pandey

Team Leader Operations
Pune,MH

Summary

Dynamic and results-oriented Team Manager with over 18 years of experience in mentoring, managing, and optimizing operations teams. Proven track record of driving performance improvements and fostering a collaborative work environment that enhances productivity and morale. Expertise in developing strategic initiatives that align with organizational goals while empowering team members to reach their full potential. Committed to cultivating a culture of continuous improvement and excellence within diverse teams.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
2
2
Certification

Work History

Team Lead

Allstate India Private Limited
10.2018 - Current

Job Profile:- Insurance Operations (Policy Administration)


  • Lead and manage a team of 18 FTEs within Customer Service Operations, ensuring high performance and service excellence.
  • Drive Continuous Improvement (CI) initiatives to enhance process efficiency and team productivity.
  • Oversee Service Delivery and Operations, ensuring adherence to defined SLAs and quality benchmarks.
  • Identify operational challenges and implement mitigation strategies to minimize impact on service metrics and client satisfaction.
  • Spearhead Business Process Re-engineering and optimization efforts to streamline workflows and reduce redundancies.
  • Manage multiple programs including Insurance Policy Administration, Endorsements, Underwriting Support and Risk Management
  • Supervise teams supporting underwriters by providing accurate and timely information for decision-making.


Additional Responsibilities:

  • Collaborate with the internal quality team to perform Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and develop Corrective & Preventive Actions (CAPA) for client-reported errors.
  • Prepare and present performance insights during weekly review calls and monthly governance meetings.
  • Handle People Management responsibilities including HR matters, staff development, and performance coaching.
  • Foster team motivation through structured Rewards & Recognition programs.
  • Conduct regular operational reviews to identify and implement improvement opportunities.
  • Actively participate in internal hiring processes as a panelist, ensuring alignment with organizational standards.

Assistant Manager

Infosys BPM Ltd.
04.2010 - 10.2018

Job Profile:- Underwriting Support and Account Receivable


  • Led Underwriting Support and Accounts Receivable operations for a prominent U.S.-based Property & Casualty (P&C) insurance client.
  • Successfully executed offshore transition, stabilized processes, and managed cross-functional teams as Assistant Manager.
  • Oversaw Premium Accounting operations, ensuring accuracy and compliance with financial standards.
  • Conducted Accounts Receivable sub-ledger to General Ledger (GL) reconciliations, maintaining financial integrity.
  • Generated critical system control reports including Unallocated Cash Report, Broker Dashboard Report and Broker Ranking Report
  • Developed KPI reports to evaluate performance of Underwriters and Brokers, supporting strategic decision-making.
  • Managed monthly and quarterly financial closings, ensuring timely and accurate reporting.
  • Directed specialized teams including

DNONR Team – Issued non-renewal letters to Brokers and Insureds.
Renewal Solicitation Team – Sent renewal communications to Brokers and Insureds.
Claims Activities Team – Managed Deductible Collections and Recovery Processing.

  • Conducted performance evaluations, provided coaching, and drove continuous improvement across teams.
  • Supported recruitment efforts for Operations and Finance & Accounting (F&A) functions, including screening, interviewing, and onboarding coordination.

Underwriter

Bajaj Allianz Life Insurance Co. Ltd.
02.2007 - 04.2010

Job Profile:- Life and Health Underwriting


  • To look over the branches & hubs located all over India
  • Oversaw underwriting operations across branches and hubs pan-India, ensuring adherence to organizational standards and regulatory compliance.
  • Assessed and underwrote a wide range of cases including medical, non-medical, financial, and reinsurance
  • Conducted monthly audits of underwriting practices at hubs and branches to maintain quality and consistency.
  • Determined acceptable risk levels by reviewing insurance applications, financial documents, and loss control reports.
  • Facilitated cross-functional collaboration between underwriting, claims, and branch teams to ensure seamless operations.
  • Analyzed claims history to detect fraud patterns and enhance risk mitigation strategies.
  • Reviewed insurance contracts for accuracy, completeness, and compliance.
  • Provided guidance and approval on underwriting recommendations made by junior underwriters.
  • Collaborated with development teams to customize and enhance the Underwriting Application for operational efficiency.
  • Achieved the highest underwriting authority among peers: INR 25.00 Lakhs for standard cases and INR 15.00 Lakhs for sub-standard cases

Education

Qualified Management Accountant - Management Accounting

Imarticus Learning Private Limited
Pune
07-2025

Scrum Master - undefined

Scrum Alliance
01.2020

Master of Commerce - undefined

Rani Durgawati Vishwavidhyalaya
Jabalpur, MP
01.2006

Bachelor of Commerce - undefined

Rani Durgawati Vishwavidhyalaya
Jabalpur, MP
01.2003

12th - Commerce

Kendriya Vidhyalaya
Khamaria, Jabalpur, MP
01.2000

10th - General Subjects

Kendriya Vidhyalaya
V.F.J, Jabalpur, MP

Skills

  • Insurance Expertise:
    Insurance Underwriting & Support Risk Management Insurance Operations Credit Analysis
  • Financial Operations:
    Accounts Receivable Management Reconciliation & Reporting KPI Reporting
  • Leadership & People Management:
    Team Leadership Resource Allocation Employee Retention Strategies Performance Coaching Recruitment & Onboarding
  • Process Excellence:
    Continuous Improvement (CI) Operational Planning Business Process Re-engineering Change Management
  • Technical Proficiency:
    MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook) PowerPoint Presentations
  • Strategic & Analytical Skills:
    Decision Making Risk Evaluation Root Cause Analysis (RCA) Corrective & Preventive Actions (CAPA)

Certification

  • Certified on Yellow Belt Quality Training
  • Lean Six Sigma Green Belt Project completed with saving of $11k p.a.
  • Completed & certified on internal P&C Insurance domain training
  • Attended certified All India Underwriters training ‘COMET’, provided by General Reinsurance (GEN RE)
  • Completed certifications like Allstate Interview Mastery and Leadership Learning Lab
  • Have experience of forming and maintaining accounts in tally and Ex-Generation
  • Operated Accounting Softwares like Vitrak, Finac, Ex-Gen, Tally, Busy

Accomplishments

  • Received Infosys Star Award
  • Received appreciation letter from Senior Vice President for consistently driving deliverables with high quality and performing excellent jobs
  • Honored with the ‘Difference Maker’ award for contributions to Allstate Enterprise Operations

OBJECTIVE

  • To apply my skills and knowledge with maximum devotion and to accept challenges in my career
  • To work most efficiently for the betterment of the organization
  • To grow with the companies with self-capabilities and reach the acme of success
  • To learn and to apply my past, present & future learning towards the contribution for the utmost benefit of my organization

Prior Intimation / Notice

60 Days

Timeline

Team Lead

Allstate India Private Limited
10.2018 - Current

Assistant Manager

Infosys BPM Ltd.
04.2010 - 10.2018

Underwriter

Bajaj Allianz Life Insurance Co. Ltd.
02.2007 - 04.2010

Scrum Master - undefined

Scrum Alliance

Master of Commerce - undefined

Rani Durgawati Vishwavidhyalaya

Bachelor of Commerce - undefined

Rani Durgawati Vishwavidhyalaya

12th - Commerce

Kendriya Vidhyalaya

10th - General Subjects

Kendriya Vidhyalaya

Qualified Management Accountant - Management Accounting

Imarticus Learning Private Limited
Nitin PandeyTeam Leader Operations