Rajesh S
Bangalore
Summary
Results-driven financial services professional with over 5 years of experience in corporate actions, market data operations, performance reporting, and client servicing across global markets (APAC, EMEA, US). Proven expertise in orchestrating complex setups, migrations, and automation projects, ensuring data integrity, operational efficiency, and regulatory compliance.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Associate
State Street Corporation
Bangalore
12.2024 - Current
- Provided IMA sign-off based on client requirements for performance systems.
- Coordinated with new business teams and client onboarding coordinators to ensure smooth account/fund setup on performance systems.
- Managed set-ups, terminations, and transfer events impacting performance reporting; ensured timely communication to Performance teams.
- Maintained participant files and weekly trackers for set-ups, terminations, and transfers; circulated updates to stakeholders to ensure transparency.
- Submitted and tracked benchmark requests for sourcing/building within performance systems.
- Addressed and resolved tickets from the group remedy queue raised by Performance Production teams.
- Documented procedures and escalated issues to enhance operational efficiency and mitigate potential disruptions.
- Developed and implemented a checklist to cut down additional errors and escalation.
- Handled ad hoc queries and resolved setup-related issues.
- Updated internal trackers to ensure all set-ups/changes were implemented accurately and on time.
- Allocated events to analysts and associates for timely fund actions.
- Provided weekly updates through client reporting calls and internal meetings.
- Executed month-end activities for MIS fee processing, risk configuration, and mandate currency mapping to support financial reporting timelines.
Analyst
Franklin Templeton International Services (India) Pvt. Ltd
Hyderabad
07.2023 - 12.2024
- Managed domestic and international proxy voting processes, ensuring compliance with regulatory policies and providing oversight/reporting to the Proxy Committee.
- Coordinated with Institutional Shareholder Services (ISS) and clients to record and execute voting instructions before deadlines.
- Proactively notified and reminded clients of voting deadlines to ensure participation.
- Assisted internal and external clients with proxy and class action inquiries, delivering timely and accurate resolutions.
- Monitored and captured proxy alerts across managed and custody accounts to maintain data integrity.
- Generated and distributed ballots, agendas, and supporting documents to clients for upcoming meetings.
- Prepared and maintained documentation and procedural guidelines for proxy operations.
- Developed and delivered weekly and monthly reports, updating managers and client support teams on proxy activities and outcomes.
Associate
ICE Data Services
Hyderabad
12.2019 - 07.2023
- Processed mandatory and voluntary corporate action events across APAC, EMEA, and US regions, ensuring timely and accurate updates (T0 and T-2).
- Maintained and updated reference data for equity and derivative instruments, performing routine checks to ensure data accuracy in databases.
- Sourced, monitored, and maintained market data events from global exchanges, ensuring timely updates on feeds and tracking developer notices for changes.
- Authored and implemented Methods of Work (MoWs) to document procedural changes and proactive checks, enhancing clarity and consistency for team members.
- Delivered accurate management information and presentations, demonstrating strong attention to detail.
- Investigated and resolved client queries, performing root cause analysis (RCA) and providing timely resolutions.
- Took ownership of JIRA issues, coordinated with Market BAs and development teams for tactical/strategic fixes, delivering timely updates to client support teams.
- Collaborated with internal stakeholders and clients to address queries and maintain high service standards.
- Presented weekly query volume estimations, tracked issue trends, and communicated findings to line managers and client servicing teams.
- Provided training to new joiners and experienced team members on processes and proactive checks; volunteered for additional training responsibilities.
- Actively participated in team huddles, fostering transparent communication with managers and peers, and sharing timely process updates.
Education
MBA - Finance
CMR Institute of Technology
Bengaluru06-2019
B.COM - Finance
New Horizon College of Engineering
Bengaluru05-2017
Skills
- Advanced MS Excel
- JIRA
- Sec_Crt (UNIX/LINUX)
- SQL (Basics)
- Business Documentation
- Project Management Basic
- Change Management
- Communication
- Critical Thinking
- Leadership
- Presentation
- Stakeholder Management
- Time Management
- Multitasking
Websites
Projects
- Migration Project - NSRD to APM Platforms, State Street Corporation, Led the end-to-end migration from Non-Securities Reference Data (NSRD) to Account Portfolio Master (APM) platforms., Ensured seamless transfer of core data objects including accounts, portfolios, regions, currencies, funded dates, and start dates., Conducted parallel runs and rigorous testing to validate data integrity and system functionality during migration., Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure smooth transition and minimal disruption to performance reporting processes., Delivered a successful migration by meeting timelines, maintaining data accuracy, and enhancing system efficiency.
- Participant Automation - APM Integration, State Street Corporation, Spearheaded automation of new participant/account setup in collaboration with the Development team., Designed and implemented a solution to source mandate and participant data directly from Account Portfolio Master (APM), eliminating manual data entry., Reduced manual effort, risk of errors, and onboarding delays by streamlining the setup process.
- Implemented E delivery setup, Franklin Templeton International Services (India) Pvt. Ltd, Analysed client records to determine eligibility and preference for e-delivery., Implemented E-delivery setup by mapping PEIDs and identifying clients who opted for electronic delivery of statements and notifications., Mapped and validated PEIDs (Participant Entity IDs) to ensure accurate client identification., Outcome: Successfully enabled e-delivery for targeted clients, improving efficiency, reducing manual intervention, and enhancing client experience.
Languages
- English (Fluent)
- Kannada (Native)
- Tamil (Fluent)
- Telugu (Fluent)
Volunteering And Leadership
State Street Corporation, Successfully completed the 10 km Marathon organized by Global Grace Cancer Run 2025, demonstrating commitment to fitness and social causes., Actively engaged in volunteering and community service, including participation in charity events, collaboration with NGOs, and organizing blood donation campaigns.
Timeline
Senior Associate
State Street Corporation
12.2024 - Current
Analyst
Franklin Templeton International Services (India) Pvt. Ltd
07.2023 - 12.2024
Associate
ICE Data Services
12.2019 - 07.2023
MBA - Finance
CMR Institute of Technology
B.COM - Finance
New Horizon College of Engineering