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Sneha Kanwar

Pune

Summary

Strategic and results-driven professional with extensive experience in corporate strategy, financial modeling, and executive support. Proven ability to work alongside senior leadership to drive organizational growth, optimize operations, and lead complex initiatives. Adept at data analysis, financial planning, and managing strategic projects. Trusted advisor to executive leadership, with a global perspective and commitment to excellence.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Associate Director

APTIA
04.2024 - Current
  • Supported strategic planning and execution for a diversified projects portfolio.
  • Built and maintained detailed financial models for budget vs. actuals tracking and long-term forecasting.
  • Implemented tracking mechanisms to monitor performance metrics for transformation efforts.
  • Collaborated with legal, compliance, and finance teams to manage cross-border deal execution.
  • Developed strong relationships with internal departments and external vendors for effective project execution.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to devise innovative solutions for complex problems.
  • Provided regular updates and strategic insights to the executive team and board of directors.
  • Facilitated executive meetings focused on strategy formulation and actionable plan implementation.
  • Analyzed data from diverse sources to evaluate process effectiveness and recommend improvements.
  • Monitored project progress throughout all phases, ensuring timely milestone completion within budget.

Senior Manager to Associate Director

MARSH MCLENNAN GLOBAL SERVICES INDIA PRIVATE LIMITED
02.2020 - 03.2024
  • Own end-to-end planning and execution of HR, Finance, and vendor initiatives across the Pune, Gurgaon, Mumbai, and Portugal sites.
  • Did resource and financial planning for UK, and Ireland Wealth Admin business, including budgeting and forecasting.
  • Collaborated with functional leaders to streamline processes and resolve complex business issues.
  • Develop integrated, cross-functional roadmaps aligning organizations objectives.
  • Monitor key KPIs, such as budget adherence and office hiring metrics; provide actionable insights to Finance for budget planning and variance analysis.
  • Established and managed risk management framework, encompassing risk identification, assessment, and mitigation.
  • Prepared comprehensive executive summaries, with financial analysis and presentations, for senior leadership.
  • Led special projects and key automation initiatives to drive operational efficiencies.
  • Developed project plans with timelines, assigned tasks, and managed workflow throughout project phases.
  • Partner with HR to design headcount plans and talent pipeline strategies, supporting rapid site growth.
  • Plan and execute major site events, including quarterly town halls and leadership off-sites, enhancing employee engagement and culture.

Operations Executive to Manager (VP)

BNY Mellon
Pune
04.2012 - 02.2020
  • Progressed from Operations Executive to Unit Manager, recognized for high performance and deadline adherence.
  • Successfully established Compliance team in India, managing hiring, process mapping, and transitional activities.
  • Implemented necessary 'Segregation of Duties' functions as part of AML initiatives for operational setup in Chennai.
  • Transitioned complex research processes from USA to India as Assistant Manager, ensuring robust compliance frameworks.
  • Conducted knowledge transfers to enhance project delivery timelines while mitigating risks effectively.
  • Developed KPIs to assess operational effectiveness and collaborated on scorecard design for performance improvement.
  • Managed operations for 54 fund companies as Client Services Manager, ensuring SLAs were met consistently.
  • Directed global Cash and Security Reconciliation teams, implementing transformation initiatives for improved accuracy.

Operations Executive

WNS
Pune
11.2009 - 11.2011
  • Delivered excellent customer service by responding to inquiries promptly and accurately.
  • Managed cash registers, ensuring precise transaction processing.

Education

General Management Programme - Organizational Leadership

ISB
Hyderabad
01-2024

MBA - Operations Management

National School of Business Management
Pune
01-2015

Bachelor of Science - Fashion Design

National Institute of Fashion Designing
Pune
01-2009

Skills

  • Strategic planning and execution
  • Financial planning
  • Budgeting and forecasting
  • Workforce planning insights
  • Project management
  • Executive and stakeholder communication
  • Corporate governance and policy development
  • Risk management
  • Process improvement

Certification

  • PMP certified (2022)
  • Lean certified (2016)

Technical Skills

  • Microsoft Excel
  • PowerPoint
  • Smartsheet

Timeline

Associate Director

APTIA
04.2024 - Current

Senior Manager to Associate Director

MARSH MCLENNAN GLOBAL SERVICES INDIA PRIVATE LIMITED
02.2020 - 03.2024

Operations Executive to Manager (VP)

BNY Mellon
04.2012 - 02.2020

Operations Executive

WNS
11.2009 - 11.2011

General Management Programme - Organizational Leadership

ISB

MBA - Operations Management

National School of Business Management

Bachelor of Science - Fashion Design

National Institute of Fashion Designing
Sneha Kanwar