PRADEEP GUPTA
Kolkata
Summary
Dynamic professional with extensive 21+ years of experience in digital transformation and strategic planning within the banking sector. Known for spearheading initiatives that drive profitability and restore financial health, leveraging strong project management and change management skills.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
CMS Head and Assistant General Manager
UCO Bank
Kolkata
08.2023 - Current
- Championed strategic key initiatives, projects, and policies for bank, driving growth and profitability and restoring bank's financial health from PCA category.
- Directed comprehensive large-scale project lifecycle from planning, team formation, and execution to delivery, ensuring achievement of all milestones for implementation of integrated CMS (Cash Management Solution) for corporate clientele of Bank. Drive a crucial strategic initiative to achieve 1,000 crore non-interest income per year within the upcoming two years.
- Engaged and negotiated various corporate partnerships to offer CMS solutions to key NBFCs.
- Facilitated cross-department collaboration to streamline processes and improve efficiency.
Marketing Head and Chief Manager (IT)
UCO Bank
Kolkata
08.2019 - 07.2023
- Achieved business generation of 1350+ Cr and 3000+ Cr via DSA for Home and Car Loans during FY 2022-23 and 2023-24.
Formed strategic alliances with leading builders and car companies to drive sales growth.
Created and launched website www.ucorealty.com for enhanced visibility of approved builder projects. - Designed and implemented corporate marketing and sales teams across India to optimize lead generation.
Generated business revenue exceeding 4000 crore in FY 2022-23 and 5000 crore in FY 2023-24 via strategic digital marketing initiatives. - Introduced Digital Banking Outlet concept, later adopted by Reserve Bank of India for public sector banks.
- Implemented Relationship Executive concept across 3200+ UCO Bank branches during COVID, transforming profitability from PCA Category.
- Established social media channels and profiles, launched e-magazine for bank.
Zonal IT Center in-charge and Senior Manager - IT
UCO Bank
Meerut
08.2016 - 07.2019
- Managed IT projects and infrastructure deployment across 100+ branches and ATMs in Western Uttar Pradesh.
- Ensured compliance with Reserve Bank of India, Ministry of Finance, and Indian Banks' Association regulations through accurate reporting.
- Developed comprehensive training plans and conducted sessions for branch employees to enhance skill sets.
Responsible for management of entire IT projects
UCO Bank
Lucknow
06.2012 - 06.2016
- Managed comprehensive IT projects and infrastructure deployment across 100+ branches and ATMs in Eastern Uttar Pradesh.
- Oversaw audit compliance and generated reports for Bank’s Higher Management.
- Established new branches, ATMs, and e-lobbies to enhance service reach.
MANAGER-IT, Recovery Department
UCO Bank
Kolkata
06.2010 - 05.2012
- Executed major project for Bank, implementing NPA module in CBS.
- Oversaw IT management for recovery department, ensuring operational efficiency.
- Managed MIS, reports, audits, and compliance with Reserve Bank of India regulations.
- Collaborated with Ministry of Finance and Bank’s top management on compliance initiatives.
Project Manager
ICICI Prudential Life Insurance Co. Ltd.
Mumbai
02.2008 - 05.2010
- Completed major projects including Claims In-House & Health Claims Automation, Life Claims, and New Product Launches.
- Enabled ICICI Prudential to transition from TPA to in-house management of preauthorization for health claims.
- Achieved promotion from Grade III to Grade IV within one year, despite global recession.
- Ensured compliance with internal controls, ITGC, IRDA, and Sarbanes-Oxley Act.
- Received Striker of the Month award in June 2008 and Employee of the Year in 2009.
Assistant Manager - IT
Central Bank of India
Mumbai
05.2006 - 01.2008
- Successfully completed “Total Branch Automation” project (TURN KEY PROJECT OF THE BANK) for 1500 Branches, and achieved 100% computerization within 1 Year.
- Business Analysis: Introduced, designed and implemented the concept of “Simulated TBA Branch” for research and Development of Banking Application and support of 2000 TBA Branches
- Participated in policies and processes development under RBI Guidelines, Banking Regulation Act, Basel recommendations, Anti- Money Laundering (AML) norms etc.
Executive Trainee
Zenith Infortech Ltd
Jaipur
09.2004 - 06.2005
- Provided on-site IT support for banking solution in Rajasthan State.
- Executed branch computerization and data migration, ensuring effective data cleansing (ETL).
- Facilitated collection of AMC to maintain service agreements.
- Conducted training sessions to enhance user proficiency and system utilization.
Education
Leadership Development Program -
Indian Institute of Management (IIM)
Indore, India10-2025
Executive Program - Quantitative Finance And Risk Management
Indian Institute of Management (IIM)
SIRMAUR, India12-2024
Certificate - Cyber Law
Indian Law Institute
New Delhi, India08-2011
CAIIB - Certified Associate of Indian Institute of Banking
Indian Institute of Banking And Finance (IIBF)
Mumbai, India01-2011
PGDMM - Marketing Management
Pune University
Pune, India06-2007
MBA - Marketing Management And Finance
Indian Institute of Management Training (IIMT)
Pune, India06-2007
Skills
- Digital transformation and automation
- Change management and new initiatives
- Program administration
- Strategic planning
- Marketing strategies
- Project management
- Cross-domain collaboration
Accomplishments
Represented and won prizes for bank on different national forums and events.
Timeline
CMS Head and Assistant General Manager
UCO Bank
08.2023 - Current
Marketing Head and Chief Manager (IT)
UCO Bank
08.2019 - 07.2023
Zonal IT Center in-charge and Senior Manager - IT
UCO Bank
08.2016 - 07.2019
Responsible for management of entire IT projects
UCO Bank
06.2012 - 06.2016
MANAGER-IT, Recovery Department
UCO Bank
06.2010 - 05.2012
Project Manager
ICICI Prudential Life Insurance Co. Ltd.
02.2008 - 05.2010
Assistant Manager - IT
Central Bank of India
05.2006 - 01.2008
Executive Trainee
Zenith Infortech Ltd
09.2004 - 06.2005
Leadership Development Program -
Indian Institute of Management (IIM)
Executive Program - Quantitative Finance And Risk Management
Indian Institute of Management (IIM)
Certificate - Cyber Law
Indian Law Institute
CAIIB - Certified Associate of Indian Institute of Banking
Indian Institute of Banking And Finance (IIBF)
PGDMM - Marketing Management
Pune University
MBA - Marketing Management And Finance
Indian Institute of Management Training (IIMT)