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Rajesh Kumar S

Rajesh Kumar S

Bangalore

Summary

· Seasoned Investment Banking Professional: Boasting an illustrious career spanning over 14 years in the domain of Investment Banking, I bring a wealth of expertise and experience to the table.

· Astute Problem Solver: I possess the acumen to effectively address and resolve issues, no matter their complexity. My approach prioritizes collaboration with peers before elevating matters to supervisors, emphasizing practical and logical solutions.

· Exemplary Team Contributor: My track record attests to my prowess as a team player, consistently motivating and inspiring colleagues. I am dedicated to ensuring that associates meet deadlines and excel, both in group dynamics and individual work scenarios, demonstrating unwavering reliability and accountability.

· Strategic Analysis and Growth Vision: I have worked closely with Senior Management, engaging in in-depth analysis of strategic options and organic growth prospects.

· Expertise in Equity Capital Markets (ECM): Proficient in executing an extensive array of transactions within the Equity Capital Markets, including IPOs, I have cultivated strong client relationships and honed my acumen in the dynamic realm of equity.

· Comprehensive Asset Class Evaluation: My skill set encompasses conducting meticulous top-down reviews, offering a forward-looking perspective when assessing asset classes.

· Steadfast Under Pressure: Demonstrating an adept ability to multitask and seamlessly coordinate activities under rigorous time constraints and high-pressure environments.

· Exceptional Communication and Relationship Management: A consummate communicator, I exhibit superior relationship management skills. My strengths lie in effectively engaging with individuals at all levels of business and management. Additionally, I am recognized for my exemplary analytical and negotiation skills.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Proccess Supervisor

Accenture
Bengaluru
12.2015 - Current
  • Key Result Areas:
  • Team Development Leadership: Demonstrated expertise in leading a team of six members through the implementation of a structured People Development Program (PDP)
  • This involved conducting regular one-on-one sessions to nurture their skill sets and foster growth.Additionally, facilitated Annual Performance Reviews to assess team members progress.
  • Client-Specific Dashboard Creation: Developed and maintained a daily dashboard providing in-depth insights into trade failures for our esteemed client, Barclays Bank
  • This initiative aimed to enhance transparency and optimize business processes.
  • Proficiency in Application Management: Displayed adeptness in managing a diverse range of applications, including GCAM (Global Banking System), FISS (Settlement System), OMGEO, GLOSS, GOS, RAD, Crest GUI, Easyway, Trade-RT, Omgeo Alert, ADR, SSI, AFT, ensuring seamless operational continuity and efficiency.
  • Swift Message Expertise: Skillfully oversaw Depo Transfers and managed various Swift Message links, such as MT103,MT202,MT599,M540, MT541,M542,and M543,facilitating efficient communication and transaction processing.
  • Global Market Oversight: Took ownership of operations in both APAC and EMEA markets, meticulously adhering to individual market-specific cutoff times and stringent deadlines.
  • SLA and KPI Compliance: Ensured rigorous compliance with Service Level Agreements (SLA) and Key Performance Indicators (KPI) as outlined in our contractual agreement with the client
  • This was vital in preventing any contractual breaches.
  • Task Checklist Management: Maintained a meticulously organized checklist to systematically verify the completion of daily tasks, minimizing the risk of any oversights and maintaining operational efficiency.
  • Management Reporting Excellence: Produced comprehensive reports for senior management, summarizing process performance and skillfully highlighting noteworthy accomplishments and areas of concern.
  • Quality Assurance Leadership: Demonstrated a commitment to quality assurance by implementing daily controls, checklists and regular audits of team members' work to uphold stringent quality standards
  • Additionally, served as a subject-matter expert for the process
  • Managing the position movement between Entities and processing the cash nets.
  • Business Continuity Planning: Ensured business continuity by conducting quarterly system tests at alternate sites/offices, thereby safeguarding against disruptions in line with the Business Continuity Plan (BCP)
  • Effective Escalation Management: Skillfully supervised the team, providing guidance and support to promptly troubleshoot issues and manage escalations
  • This approach ensured smooth workflow and issue resolution within stipulated timelines
  • Process Transition and User Acceptance Testing (UAT): Undertook a key role in the meticulous process transition from Barclays to Accenture
  • Actively participated in User Acceptance Testing (UAT) for critical applications, such as Power App, AWS, AFT, and Gloss.
  • KPI Adherence and Reporting: Maintained rigorous compliance with Key Performance Indicator(KPI) standards,, meticulously generating daily KPI reports and conducting weekly trend reviews to ensure consistent and high-level performance.
  • Preparing daily Dashboard which gives detailed insight of failing trades from Business Process Lead for the client: Barclays Bank
  • Proficiently monitor corporate actions to safeguard underlying contracts, utilizing automated tools for strategic insights
  • Ensure meticulous documentation for effective risk management and audit compliance.
  • Timely escalation of all issues to the appropriate level to mitigate adverse impacts on business operations
  • Contribute to creating reliable backups by facilitating comprehensive cross-training within the department
  • Management of Buy-Ins and Record Date Trades Effectively oversaw the management of buy-ins and record date trades for specific markets, guaranteeing their settlement before execution.
  • Trade Coordination and Collaboration: Collaborated seamlessly with the Trade Allocation Team and Traders, engaging with diverse counterparties to ensure precise trade descriptions
  • Worked closely with internal teams to ensure the timely matching and settlement of trades.
  • Addressing CSDR Failures: Collaborated with the claims team to resolve issues related to Central Securities Depository Regulation (CSDR) failures
  • Conducted thorough investigations and liaised with clients and the Middle Office (MO) to identify root causes and validate settlement.
  • Market Insight and Strategic Analysis: Demonstrated a discerning ability to identify industry trends, offering valuable strategic insights
  • Cultivated extensive sector knowledge and content while conducting comprehensive company and industry analyses.
  • Pre-Settlement and Failures Management: Efficiently managed pre-settlement activities and adeptly resolved post-settlement failures, ensuring prompt resolution.
  • Training and Knowledge Transfer: Conducted informative training programs for team members, delivering updates on processes and quality standards, promoting a culture of continuous learning and improvement.
  • Reconciliation and Risk Management: Diligently addressed reconciliation breaks and resolved them promptly on the same day to mitigate any potential breaches
  • Actively participated in daily, weekly, and monthly risk forum calls to collaboratively address and resolve outstanding risk items.

Analyst

BNY Mellon
Chennai
06.2012 - 12.2015

Analyst

Wipro
Pune
04.2009 - 06.2012

Education

Finance and HR -

CMRIMS of Management
05.2008

Commerce -

Veerashiva College
06.2006

Skills

  • Buy-Ins
  • UAT
  • Fails Management
  • STP
  • Operation
  • SWIFT Payment
  • Analytical Skill
  • Client servicing
  • Operational risk
  • Trade Settlements
  • Nostro Reconciliation
  • Investment management
  • Financial analysis
  • Relationship management
  • Excel proficiency
  • Investment research

Accomplishments

  • Proven track record of maintaining zero attrition rate for 5 years
  • Efforts made in increasing Settlement Rate by 6% for No failing & Priority Clients
  • Automated VD-1(Pre-matching) email drafting Fix the static issue and settlement rate increased by 10%
  • Conferred with 'Core Business Award' (Twice)
  • Won the star of business award (Twice)
  • Received an Encore award (Twice)

Timeline

Proccess Supervisor

Accenture
12.2015 - Current

Analyst

BNY Mellon
06.2012 - 12.2015

Analyst

Wipro
04.2009 - 06.2012

Finance and HR -

CMRIMS of Management

Commerce -

Veerashiva College

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