Varun Bhardwaj
Rohini
Summary
Senior Manager with expertise in developing and executing strategic improvements that drive business growth. Proven track record of leading operations to achieve significant enhancements and operational efficiency. Strong leadership skills with a focus on delivering measurable results and fostering team collaboration.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Manager
HDFC Life Insurance
03.2024 - Current
- Managed compliance and operational efficiency for HDFC Bank's Tele Vertical.
- Led service provider (SP) activation initiatives to boost productivity.
- Developed and implemented maturity business strategies to increase topline revenue.
- Focused on persistency efforts, addressing unpaid cases effectively.
- Monitored and guided daily activities of team members ranging from Team Managers to Front Line Staff to maximize productivity.
Area Manager
Tata AIA Life Insurance
09.2023 - 02.2024
- Driving business for a key banca partner (IndusInd Bank) as Area Manager.
- Leading a team of three frontline managers.
- Achieving topline targets with a profitable product mix.
- Ensuring timely renewals.
- Maintaining strong branch and regional partner relationships.
Key Account Manager
Bajaj Allianz Life Insurance Company
04.2022 - 08.2023
- Managed a team of three supporting sales and relationships across partners like Punjab & Sind Bank, SVC Bank, and North East Small Finance Bank.
- Acted as the primary liaison between the sales team and internal support functions.
- Resolved IT issues to ensure smooth business operations.
- Delivered daily MIS reports to track key performance metrics.
Key Account Manager (Manager1)
ICICI Prudential Life Insurance
06.2018 - 03.2022
- Managed key banking partner relationships to drive ICICI Prudential Life Insurance sales and branch activation.
- Served as the central SPOC for stakeholders and ensured smooth operations.
- Owned P&L outcomes and implemented strategies to boost sales growth.
- Delivered daily business updates and achieved top market share among life insurers.
Front Office Associate
Courtyard by Marriott Gurgaon
07.2014 - 12.2014
- Maintained strong relationships with guests while providing hotel services support.
- Registered and processed guests, assigning rooms efficiently.
- Accommodated requests from guests to enhance satisfaction.
- Communicated room status updates to hotel staff for seamless operations.
- Upsold guest rooms and promoted additional hotel services effectively.
Education
Masters: PGPM - sale and marketing
IBS Gurgaon
01.2018
Graduation: BSc - Hospitality and hotel administration
IHM Faridabad
01.2014
Skills
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Sales forecasting and analysis
- Partnership development
- Strategic planning and execution
- Key account management
- Problem solving techniques
- Business strategy formulation
- Channel partner management
- Compliance oversight
- Client relationship management
Awards
- Recognized at the PAN-India Red Carpet Event for exemplary performance (Apr 2020 – Jan 2021).
- Received the CEO Award of Excellence for outstanding productivity (Aug 2021).
- Honored by the CEO for exceptional success in driving renewals across mapped channel partners.
- Qualified for the ‘Dazzling Dubai’ Award Ceremony in recognition of top performance during the JFM 2022 quarter.
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 08/13/93
- Nationality: Indian
- Marital Status: Unmarried
Timeline
Senior Manager
HDFC Life Insurance
03.2024 - Current
Area Manager
Tata AIA Life Insurance
09.2023 - 02.2024
Key Account Manager
Bajaj Allianz Life Insurance Company
04.2022 - 08.2023
Key Account Manager (Manager1)
ICICI Prudential Life Insurance
06.2018 - 03.2022
Front Office Associate
Courtyard by Marriott Gurgaon
07.2014 - 12.2014
Masters: PGPM - sale and marketing
IBS Gurgaon
Graduation: BSc - Hospitality and hotel administration
IHM Faridabad