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RAVI KUMAR VN

Bengaluru

Summary

Dynamic Assistant Director with extensive experience at Acuity Knowledge Partners, leading a 15-member team in data transformation projects. Proven expertise in project management, data transformation and driving operational efficiencies and enhancing client satisfaction. Skilled in SQL and automation, with a strong focus on delivering impactful results in capital markets.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Assistant Director

Acuity Knowledge Partners
04.2013 - Current
  • Currently serving as Assistant Director at Acuity Knowledge Partners, I manage a 15-member team supporting a leading European bank. I drive multiple data transformation and remediation projects, specializing in migrating data to the nCino platform and overseeing large-scale reference data integration and process re-engineering initiatives.
  • Collaborated with senior management to drive strategic business initiatives by analyzing and identifying evolving organizational needs, enabling informed decision-making and long-term planning.
  • Acted as project manager for AI/ML strategy development, partnering with leading consulting firms (Bain and OC&C) to roll out innovation initiatives across multiple business units.
  • Partnered with the Executive Committee (CFO, CTO, MDs, Senior Directors) to deliver data-driven research exercises supporting strategic plan formulation and execution.
  • Liaised with business unit leaders to gather, analyze, and present AI-related data requirements, facilitating cross-functional alignment and executive buy-in.
  • Served as Account Manager for a major European bank, delivering large-scale data transformation and remediation projects for platform migration to nCino, ensuring seamless transition and stakeholder satisfaction.
  • Directed projects covering commercial and residential collaterals, valuations, demonstrated expertise in mortgage shipping insurance, asset valuation, and CRE (Commercial Real Estate) assessments.
  • Led a team of nine as Account Manager for a top hedge fund firm, overseeing and supervising end-to-end delivery of complex data management initiatives.
  • Established and enforced standardized documentation templates and operational frameworks, promoting process consistency and enhancing team communication.
  • Provided advanced data trend analysis across diverse asset classes, leveraging in-depth understanding of financial and macroeconomic indicators.
  • Proactively detected and investigated data anomalies, upholding stringent accuracy and quality standards for datasets spanning millions of records.
  • Transitioned manual data collection processes to automated vendor solutions, delivering significant cost savings and operational efficiencies for clients.
  • Monitored key performance metrics to evaluate data management effectiveness and drive continuous process improvements.
  • Spearheaded requirement gathering, translating business objectives into actionable data management and analytical specifications.
  • Led the design of process workflows by mapping rule definitions and drafting detailed project requirements to guarantee successful delivery outcomes.

Senior Content Analyst

Thomson Reuters
10.2007 - 03.2013
  • My previous role as Senior Content Analyst at Thomson Reuters involved establishing new content teams—including recruitment, training, and people management—across international locations (Gdynia, Manila, Bangalore), ensuring high standards in data sourcing and quality.
  • Led the establishment and development of a new global content team spanning three international locations: Bangalore (India), Gdynia (Poland), and Manila (Philippines); managed five members per location, overseeing recruitment, onboarding, and team integration.
  • Directed content strategy and operations for core datasets: Company Reference Data, Industry Business Classification, and Officers/Leadership data, ensuring consistent quality, and global alignment.
  • Served as Product Lead for the Industry Classification Schema across the Thomson Reuters product suite, delivering critical data for investment managers and bankers to screen and analyze companies by industry.
  • Authored comprehensive business requirements and led solution design for new data products, collaborating closely with technology teams to translate business needs into scalable, technical solutions.
  • Coordinated across cross-functional teams to drive project timelines, manage resource allocation, and ensure on-time, high-quality deliverables.
  • Conducted in-depth research and validation of company and industry data from leading third-party providers, including Bloomberg, Haver, Yahoo Finance, Factiva, FactSet, and Capital IQ.
  • Utilized Siebel CRM to manage and resolve complex client inquiries from front-line managers, account managers, and product managers, ensuring high satisfaction and retention.
  • Provided expert support to Product Management teams, identifying opportunities for process optimization, service quality enhancements, and client acquisition strategies.
  • Delivered onsite training and consulting to internal stakeholders and clients, fostering knowledge sharing and operational excellence.
  • Streamlined issue resolution workflows to improve response times and client experience.

Education

Master of Business Administration - Finance

Visvesvaraya Technological University
Bangalore
06-2007

BSc - Statistics

Bangalore University
Bangalore
07-2004

Skills

  • Executive Team Leadership
  • Client/Vendor Relations
  • Automation
  • Project management
  • Capital Markets
  • SQL, JIRA, MS Office
  • Power BI, nCino
  • Data transformation
  • Process re-engineering
  • Stakeholder management
  • Data analysis

KEY COMPETENCIES

  • Process Governance & Efficiency: Developed and implemented governance dashboards and reporting tools to optimize resource allocation, monitor project status, and enhance stakeholder communication.
  • Project Leadership: Managed multiple end-to-end data projects, ensuring alignment with regulatory standards and industry best practices for data security, integrity, and compliance.
  • Data Quality & Integration: Led assessment and integration of new data technologies and frameworks, supporting organizational decision-making and risk mitigation.
  • Team Development: Provided mentorship and training on data management best practices, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and excellence.
  • Stakeholder Engagement: Delivered actionable insights through comprehensive performance reporting and regular stakeholder updates, driving data-driven decisions and strategic alignment.

Timeline

Assistant Director

Acuity Knowledge Partners
04.2013 - Current

Senior Content Analyst

Thomson Reuters
10.2007 - 03.2013

Master of Business Administration - Finance

Visvesvaraya Technological University

BSc - Statistics

Bangalore University

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