

Credit Risk and Data Science Leader with over 10 years of experience in developing Basel models and IFRS9 frameworks across the UK, Europe, Canada, and the Middle East. Achieved significant reductions in bad rates through process automation and enhanced model performance, contributing to business growth. Skilled in leveraging data science for strategic risk management and optimizing decision-making frameworks. Strong presentation and interpersonal skills developed through active performance in music.
Led credit risk and data science initiatives for over 10 years, driving regulatory compliance through Basel models, implementing IFRS 9 methodologies to enhance financial reporting accuracy, generating effective portfolio monitoring, and transforming manual processes into automated, cost-effective systems.
Basel & Model Monitoring Leadership:-
Led end-to-end monitoring for UK Basel PD, EAD, LGD models across SME portfolios.
Automated manual workflows and deepened segment analytics, reducing FTE from 2 → 1 and Influenced model recalibration and policy improvements.
Designed and developed Basel (AIRB) PD model for Singapore including segmentation , development , calibration and design of monitoring framework.
Scorecard Development – Canada & UK:
Designed Canada NTB Application Scorecard → 17% bad-rate reduction with no loss of approval.
Built Behavioural Scorecard for 30+ DPD card customers → 18% reduction in bad rate while maintaining approval number for credit limit increase decisions.
IFRS9 Regulatory Expertise:
Project-managed France IFRS9 reporting (first-ever transition to Global Analytics India).
Designed IFRS9 staging & reporting for UK portfolios in Greece & Malta.
Risk System Transformations:
Led Triad → SASID migration after vendor exit; delivered on time and presented
framework to the CRO of Canada Retail for HSBC.
ACHIEVEMENTS
• 17% drop in new to bank bad rate
• 18% drop in behavioural delinquency defaults
• 50% FTE reduction for Basel Model Monitoring
• First IFRS9 offshoring success for France
• High-stakes decision engine migration completed on time
Credit Risk Modelling: PD, LGD, EAD, Basel II/III/IV
IFRS9: Staging, ECL Modelling, Regulatory Reporting
Scorecards: Application, Behavioural, Collection & Limit Management
Analytics: Segmentation, Portfolio Strategy, Stress Testing
Tech & Tools: Python, SAS, SQL
Leadership & Transformation