Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Recent Awards
Clifton Strength Finder
Software
Certification
Personal Information
Disclaimer
Timeline
Generic
Suraj Soman

Suraj Soman

Operation Manager- US Mortgage/ Risk Manager/ Transition Management
Bengaluru,Karnataka

Summary


To be a successful Leader in Operation Management where I can utilize my potential and capabilities to achieve the organization objective and seize opportunities for professional development. With 13 years of extensive experience in the US mortgage industry, including my current role as an Operations Manager, I bring a wealth of knowledge and expertise to any team. I am highly skilled in managing operations efficiently, ensuring compliance, and driving business growth. I am eager to leverage my skills and contribute to a dynamic and innovative company like yours.


Clifton Strength -

1. Restorative 2. Harmony 3. Individualization 4. Developer 5. Responsibility

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification

Work History

Operation Manager (Vice President) US Mortgage

Wells Fargo India Solutions Private Ltd
03.2022 - Current
  • Established and executed goals and objectives, ensuring the achievement of all business SLA targets.
  • Constructed a robust risk and controls environment, effectively mitigating potential risks.
  • Fostered high-performing teams through comprehensive personal development programs.
  • Skillfully managed stakeholder relationships, ensuring their satisfaction and engagement.
  • Strategically allocated and utilized budget resources, maximizing cost-effectiveness
  • Implemented a continuous process improvement strategy, enhancing operational efficiency.
  • Oversaw seamless transitions from onboarding to business as usual operations.
  • Formulated developmental plans to support employee career pathing and growth.
  • Developed resilient business continuity plans to ensure uninterrupted processes
  • Directed change control initiatives, guaranteeing smooth transitions throughout the operation.

Operation Associate Manager

Wells Fargo India Solutions Private Ltd
03.2020 - 03.2022

Work Director

Wells Fargo
05.2017 - 03.2020

Senior Financial Analyst

Wells Fargo India Solutions Private Ltd
10.2015 - 04.2017

Financial Analyst

Wells Fargo India Solutions Private Ltd
10.2012 - 09.2015

Code Compliance Specialist

Altisource Portfolio Solution Pvt
11.2011 - 10.2012
  • Successfully achieved SLA (Quality/Utilization productivity) objective by effectively managing portfolio.
  • Conducted regular follow-ups with vendors and internal team members via phone to ensure properties complied with city regulations
  • Reviewed and approved all code violation bids uploaded by vendors
  • Maintained timely communication with city officials to prevent fines or liens on non-compliant properties
  • Provided floor support and conducted audits for newly trained team members

Property Preservation Specialist

Altisource Portfolio Solution Pvt
07.2010 - 10.2011

Education

B.COM (Computer Science) - Accounts

Kristu Jayanthi College (Bangalore)
Banglaore
06.2010

PUC (HECA) -

Jubilee College (Bangalore)
05.2007

ITI Vidyamandir High School (Bangalore)
Bangalore
04.2001 - 04.2005

Skills

undefined

Accomplishments

  • As part of Risk Management efforts in building better controls & self identifying risk. Conducted Risk Audit to all GDAs in Home lending process to identify & asses the risk & controls for each process
  • Performed RCSA (Risk and controls self assessment activity completed for associated GDAs
  • Successfully transitioned Closing Process to India for the first time from the underwriting support standpoint for CLRR (Ability to replay -ATR), onboarding 5 S4.
  • Identified opportunities, planned and executed the transition, provided process training and on-thejob training (OJT) to BAU, and collaborated with GSPO (Global Solution Program Office) and Technology partners manager to ensure GEO compliance requirements were met.
  • Received compliance-free audit from CL Global Solution Program Office Risk Management.
  • Conducted RCSA review for Correspondent Mortgage, resulting in risk-free controls.
  • Restructured the Business Continuity Plan for Correspondent Mortgage, adopting a hybrid model and updating all Correspondent channel BCP processes.
  • Ensured compliance with ITRD and SAM documents by updating Igrafix Application accordingly.
  • Played a key role in organizing multiple events as part of the FACE Core Committee team in BLR, handling vendor sourcing, supply chain management, and event coordination.
  • Served on the IJP Core Committee for HLO, responsible for backfilling all Team Leader positions through a structured hiring process

Recent Awards

Wells Fargo Champ Award- Level 3 - 07/2023

  • Received Manager Spotlight awards in 2021 and 2022 for exceptional performance in executing GDA attestation review.
  • Effectively oversaw the TL IJP process for the entire Consumer lending process, showcasing strong management skills as part of Pillar responsibility
  • Exhibited leadership qualities by spearheading off-seat activities and fostering engaging FACE events for the entire BLR site.


Manager Spotlight- 03/2023

  • Demonstrated exceptional ability to smoothly transition ATR & Closing support in 2021 and 2023.
  • Accomplished seamless transfer of ATR & Closing support operations, effectively meeting all objectives.
  • Implemented strategic plans and efficiently executed the transition process for ATR & Closing support.
  • Utilized proactive measures to ensure a successful and smooth ATR & Closing support transition in 2021 and 2023.
  • Effectively managed all aspects of the ATR & Closing support transition, resulting in significant gains in productivity and efficiency.


Manager Spotlight Award - 01/2023

  • Earned the prestigious Manager Spotlight award for successfully completing the GDA- Global Delivery Attestation Annual review, Scope creep review, Reg. K review, and post-transition
  • Utilized active problem-solving skills to effectively complete the GDA- Global Delivery Attestation Annual review, Scope creep review, Reg. K review, and post-transition review, leading to the prestigious Manager Spotlight award
  • Received Manager Spotlight awards in 2021 and 2022 for exceptional performance in executing GDA attestation review.
  • Effectively oversaw the TL IJP process for the entire Consumer lending process, showcasing strong management skills as part of Pillar responsibility.
  • Exhibited leadership qualities by spearheading off-seat activities and fostering engaging FACE events for the entire BLR site. review.
  • Demonstrated exceptional expertise in managing and delivering the GDA- Global Delivery Attestation Annual review, Scope creep review, Reg. K review, and post-transition review.


Clifton Strength Finder

1. Restorative - You are adept at dealing with problems. You are good at figuring out what is wrong and resolving it.

2. Harmony -You look for consensus. You don’t enjoy conflict; rather, you seek areas of agreement.

3. Individualization-You are intrigued with the unique qualities of each person. You have a gift for figuring out how different people can work together productively

4. Developer -You recognize and cultivate the potential in others. You spot the signs of each small improvement and derive satisfaction from evidence of progress.

5. Responsibility-You take psychological ownership of what you say you will do. You are committed to stable values such as honesty and loyalty.

Software

Blacknight Solutions (MSP/CPI)

CORE

ICMP

Jira

MS Office

Certification

Accelerate Certified Leadership Management

Personal Information

  • Age: 33
  • Father's Name: T.M. Soman Achary
  • Mother's Name: Radha Money
  • Date of Birth: 10/04/89
  • Nationality: Indian

Disclaimer

With the above brief introduction about me, I wish to offer my candidature for a suitable role and request you to provide me an opportunity to contribute my mite to the growth and prosperity of your esteemed organization.

Timeline

Operation Manager (Vice President) US Mortgage

Wells Fargo India Solutions Private Ltd
03.2022 - Current

Accelerate Certified Leadership Management

03-2020

Operation Associate Manager

Wells Fargo India Solutions Private Ltd
03.2020 - 03.2022

Work Director

Wells Fargo
05.2017 - 03.2020

Senior Financial Analyst

Wells Fargo India Solutions Private Ltd
10.2015 - 04.2017

Financial Analyst

Wells Fargo India Solutions Private Ltd
10.2012 - 09.2015

Code Compliance Specialist

Altisource Portfolio Solution Pvt
11.2011 - 10.2012

Property Preservation Specialist

Altisource Portfolio Solution Pvt
07.2010 - 10.2011

ITI Vidyamandir High School (Bangalore)
04.2001 - 04.2005

B.COM (Computer Science) - Accounts

Kristu Jayanthi College (Bangalore)

PUC (HECA) -

Jubilee College (Bangalore)
Suraj SomanOperation Manager- US Mortgage/ Risk Manager/ Transition Management