SRIDHAR RS
Chennai
Summary
Results-oriented professional with 29 years of extensive experience in Corporate Finance and Banking, specializing in managing large operations teams within captive KPOs. Expertise includes building operations departments from the ground up, overseeing client life cycle management, and executing complex data management and credit risk administration operations. Proven track record in leading cross-functional teams to enhance efficiency through streamlined processes. Have successfully managed multiple interface and regulatory projects in Client Lifecycle space in Corporate Banking. Knowledgeable corporate banking client lifecycle specialist committed to ensuring seamless project execution and operational excellence.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
4
4
Certifications
7
7
Languages
Work History
SITE LEAD CLM OPERATIONS (SVP) - GBS INDIA
Standard Chartered GBS India Pvt Ltd.
04.2023 - Current
- Managed a team of 150 staff across two locations (Chennai and Bengaluru)
- Manage Client Lifecycle Process for 36 markets across 5 Products, overseeing on-boarding, maintenance, and off-boarding.
- Setup Client Lifecycle Orchestration processes for On-Boarding, Maintenance & Off-Boarding processes. Latest one for India Operations which includes client out-reach
- Currently exploring opportunities to set-up output-driven productivity and capacity model
- Demonstrated leadership skills by spearheading the development of transformative strategies for various business processes in Client Coverage
- Maintained responsibility for the financial management of the India Unit
- Promoted a culture of continuous learning by offering professional development opportunities to team members regularly.
- Developed effective communication channels between onsite teams and offsite management staff.
- Collaborated with other Site Leads to share best practices and improve overall company performance.
VP, CC DATA QUALITY MGT, BEST & IMO DESK
Standard Chartered GBS India Pvt Ltd.
04.2019 - 03.2023
- Established and Managed Operations Framework for Client Coverage Data Quality Management
- Established and operated an integrated Middle Office desk in GBS India, enhancing operational efficiency.
- Developed and oversaw Business Execution Service Desk, facilitating collaboration between Operations and Technology departments.
- Key Achievements:
- Collaborated across functions to discover about approximately 600 Data Attributes.
- Implemented performance standards to enhance staff productivity.
- Implemented process improvement procedures resulting in cost savings.
- Cultivated collaboration among department heads to enable cross-functional project execution.
- Demonstrated effective leadership by establishing a Data Quality Management Framework and streamlining the Handshake process.
- Collaborated effectively with Technology to implement an automated reporting process for Data Quality Management
- Collaborated with senior management to develop strategic initiatives and long term goals.
- Established a culture of continuous improvement, fostering innovation and driving sustainable growth across the organization.
VP SPECIAL PROJECTS
Standard Chartered GBS India Pvt Ltd.
07.2016 - 03.2023
- Managed BREXIT Project, OCIR, SLA consolidation, Interface between Single Customer Identifier Application with Transaction Banking applications.
- Managed a team of 15 professionals, providing guidance and direction to ensure successful execution of projects.
- Established a culture of continuous improvement, fostering innovation and driving sustainable growth across the organization.
VP - CHANGE MANAGEMENT - CIB OPERATIONS
Standard Chartered GBS India Pvt Ltd.
10.2014 - 06.2016
- Managed end-to-end operational changes: identified pain points, sourced requirements, reviewed specifications, coordinated testing, implemented process changes, and accrued benefits
AVP - GROUP PROJECTS- COUNTERPARTY STATIC DATA
Standard Chartered GBS India Pvt Ltd.
10.2012 - 10.2014
- Executed and managed various strategic initiatives for the CIB - COO group office, focusing on enhancing client onboarding processes.
- Key Projects:
- Implemented risk-controlled on-boarding in Core-banking Application by introducing an interface with upstream Client Static application (SCI)
- Boosted efficiency of SCI application STP capabilities through the integration of CDD and Credit Mate Application
- Integrated SCI FM application with Financial Market TP Applications
- Enhanced SCI Application to meet Dodd Frank/EMIR related Client Static Data requirements
AVP - CREDITS MIDDLE EAST MARKETS
HSBC Electronic Data Processing India Pvt Ltd.
07.2010 - 04.2012
- Managed Pre and Post Credit Approval processes for CIB Clients in the Middle East
- Achievements
- Created a Financial Management Unit to assist Credit Approvers
- Enhanced Credit Approval process by recommending approving authorities for RMs in cases where clients' Limits and Securities remain unchanged.
SENIOR MANAGER - CREDIT RISK CONTROL CORPORATE BANKING
Scope International Private Limited
11.2007 - 07.2010
- Managed operations, projects, and risk for a wholesale bank Credit Operations unit.
- Oversaw data quality management across markets.
- Achievements
- Established reconciliation processes for client static data between Client Static and Transaction processing applications
- Established dashboard on Credit Data inconsistencies
- Credit Administration process for Middle East
CONSULTANT- BASEL II IMPLEMENTATION
tflex Solutions Ltd.
01.2007 - 11.2007
- Implemented standardized approach (Basel Capital Adequacy) for a Saudi Arabian Bank on site in Riyadh.
- Computation of RWA for Credit Risk, Market Risk and Operations Risk; Delivery of Reports as per SAMA Guidelines; Delivery of Reports and Capital Computation as per Bank of Negara, (Malaysian Regulator) regulations.
SENIOR MANAGER FINANCE
Sterling Group (Assignment in Barista Coffee & Aircel)
05.2005 - 12.2006
- Implemented SOPs for internal controls in Retail Coffee stores
- Ensured timely implementation of key SAP retail and Point of Sales integration.
- Managed financial control and finalized accounts.
- Implemented Annual Operation Plan Process in Aircel based on Maxis Malaysia's procedures.
MANAGER- CREDIT RISK CONTROL UNIT
Scope International Pvt. Ltd
05.2002 - 05.2005
- Led cross-functional teams in project management, operations management, and business analysis.
SENIOR FINANCE EXECUTIVE
Romeo System Ltd
10.2001 - 05.2002
- Engaged in sourcing debt funds for Working Capital Management as a member of the Treasury team
MANAGER FINANCE
Sterling Group
06.1998 - 09.2001
- Led and managed all aspects of accounting operations, including finalization of accounts for a food processing company in the group
- Managed management information system for treasury and operations.
- Managed Export Finance including B/R and ECGC.
- Successfully oversaw and monitored the financial aspects of Packing Credit
- Successfully secured funding for both telecom and food processing ventures.
Education
Chartered Accountancy (CA) Final 2nd Group -
Institute of Chartered Accountants of India
Chennai01.1997
ICWAI -
Institute of Cost And Works Accountants of India
01.1996
Chartered Accountancy (CA) Inter - undefined
01.1995
Bachelor of Commerce - Financial Accounting And Auditing
University of Madras
Chennai06.1993
Skills
Operations Management
Mentoring and Coaching
Setting up new operations team
Create Synergies between Operations and Technology
Certification
Building an AFC Compliance Program from ACAMS in March 2026
TRAINING
- Banking Operations Core Education
- Certified LUMA Practitioner
- Cognos Report Net Tool
ACTIVITY AND HONOR
serve as an Honorary Trustee at a Charitable Trust in my native village, dedicated to providing services for the economically disadvantaged.
Timeline
SITE LEAD CLM OPERATIONS (SVP) - GBS INDIA
Standard Chartered GBS India Pvt Ltd.
04.2023 - Current
VP, CC DATA QUALITY MGT, BEST & IMO DESK
Standard Chartered GBS India Pvt Ltd.
04.2019 - 03.2023
VP SPECIAL PROJECTS
Standard Chartered GBS India Pvt Ltd.
07.2016 - 03.2023
VP - CHANGE MANAGEMENT - CIB OPERATIONS
Standard Chartered GBS India Pvt Ltd.
10.2014 - 06.2016
AVP - GROUP PROJECTS- COUNTERPARTY STATIC DATA
Standard Chartered GBS India Pvt Ltd.
10.2012 - 10.2014
AVP - CREDITS MIDDLE EAST MARKETS
HSBC Electronic Data Processing India Pvt Ltd.
07.2010 - 04.2012
SENIOR MANAGER - CREDIT RISK CONTROL CORPORATE BANKING
Scope International Private Limited
11.2007 - 07.2010
CONSULTANT- BASEL II IMPLEMENTATION
tflex Solutions Ltd.
01.2007 - 11.2007
SENIOR MANAGER FINANCE
Sterling Group (Assignment in Barista Coffee & Aircel)
05.2005 - 12.2006
MANAGER- CREDIT RISK CONTROL UNIT
Scope International Pvt. Ltd
05.2002 - 05.2005
SENIOR FINANCE EXECUTIVE
Romeo System Ltd
10.2001 - 05.2002
MANAGER FINANCE
Sterling Group
06.1998 - 09.2001
Chartered Accountancy (CA) Inter - undefined
Chartered Accountancy (CA) Final 2nd Group -
Institute of Chartered Accountants of India
ICWAI -
Institute of Cost And Works Accountants of India
Bachelor of Commerce - Financial Accounting And Auditing
University of Madras