Ullas Kumar U
Bangalore
Summary
Data analytics leader with over 14 years of experience in financial markets and data management. Successfully led domain and technology projects for hedge funds, asset managers, and banks, focusing on client-centric solutions and service delivery. Strong background in managing high-performing teams and developing client relationships to drive business growth.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Director - Data Analytics
Acuity Knowledge Partners (Ex. Moody's Analytics)
Bangalore
09.2015 - Current
- Led 30+ client engagements in data analytics, automation, and BI, generating over $2.5M in revenue for financial markets clientele.
- Managed 12 direct and 40+ indirect reports in Data Science and Technology, driving strategic execution and operational efficiency.
- Owned Data Analytics & BI P&L, driving revenue growth, new sales, hiring, and client success initiatives.
- Consulted with C-suite executives, developing analytics solutions to uncover trends, correlations, and investment insights.
- Led presales, solution design, POC development, and business growth.
- Oversaw 300+ data projects, ensuring data accuracy, consistency, and regulatory compliance.
- Managed data sourcing, validation, and automation projects, optimizing financial datasets and market intelligence.
Manager - Risk Analytics, CCAR Reporting
American International Group (AIG)
Bangalore
09.2014 - 09.2015
- Conducted CCAR and SOX validation, identified and resolved data issues pre/post-stress testing, ensuring compliance before the Fed review.
- Led a 14-member QA team, testing financial models, regulatory reports, and asset records, while managing error remediation and process documentation.
Content Specialist - Reference & Market Data
Thomson Reuters (now LSEG)
Bangalore
04.2011 - 09.2014
- Validated bond prices, mapped Bloomberg/Thomson Reuters fields, checked asset classes, analyzed index constituents, and handled legal entity restructuring.
- Managed presales, RFQs, data account management, product training, and updates for clients.
Credit Analyst, Global Banking & Markets
HSBC
Bangalore
11.2008 - 09.2009
- Credit Review for banks corporate clients, sourcing financial data, analyzing company reports, credit ratings, market cap, understanding risk systems, and complying with AML and KYC regulations.
Education
MBA - Financial Management & Marketing
Alliance Business School
India05-2016
Skills
- Financial Markets
- Data Analytics & AI Automations
- Data Science Operations & Strategy
- Data Research & Data Management
- Client-Centric Solutions
- Service Delivery
- Cross-Functional Leadership
- Stakeholder & Relationship Management
- Presales & Business Development Support
- Project & P&L Management
- SQL, PowerBI, Tableau, Azure
Timeline
Assistant Director - Data Analytics
Acuity Knowledge Partners (Ex. Moody's Analytics)
09.2015 - Current
Manager - Risk Analytics, CCAR Reporting
American International Group (AIG)
09.2014 - 09.2015
Content Specialist - Reference & Market Data
Thomson Reuters (now LSEG)
04.2011 - 09.2014
Credit Analyst, Global Banking & Markets
HSBC
11.2008 - 09.2009
MBA - Financial Management & Marketing
Alliance Business School
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