Independent Testing Manager (VP) leading RSCA testing, issue validation, and compliance challenge routines across complex banking businesses. Drives AI-enabled testing automation and data analytics to strengthen control coverage, while coaching AVPs and senior consultants to build succession depth. Partners with executive stakeholders to align testing outcomes with regulatory standards and enterprise risk expectations.
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ZAIN ABEDEEN
Risk and Compliance
Hyderabad,TG
Summary
Overview
4
Certifications
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Wells Fargo India
Independent Testing Manager (VP)
01.2023 - Current
Job overview
- Spearhead AI-enabled testing transformations, seamlessly embedding advanced automation and data analytics to fortify complex enterprise compliance frameworks.
- Oversaw enterprise-wide Risk and Control Self-Assessment (RSCA) testing and issue validation workflows across high-stakes business lines, ensuring compliance and risk mitigation.
- Challenged executive leaders and senior stakeholders on regulatory compliance, fostering alignment with evolving standards to enhance governance.
- Mentored Assistant Vice Presidents (AVPs) and senior consultants, designing succession pipelines to strengthen leadership development and organizational resilience.
Wells Fargo India
Lead Independent Testing Officer
01.2018 - 01.2023
Job overview
- Directed compliance review methodologies and strategic planning for PVSI Group, aligning activities with regulatory and corporate compliance norms.
- Partnered across global teams and senior stakeholders to lead reviews, identify gaps, and report issues when business activities deviated from compliance policies, strengthening institutional integrity.
- Orchestrated annual compliance blueprints and regulatory reporting for executive leadership, enhancing decision-making and reinforcing corporate governance.
Wells Fargo India
Quality Assurance Manager
01.2016 - 01.2018
Job overview
- Spearheaded Pilot RSCA initiative, designed metrics and scorecards to measure effectiveness, and stabilized team operations during initial rollout, enhancing operational reliability.
- Led transition of ASCA processes from U.S. to India; trained 17 resources, scaling team to 56 professionals and establishing sustainable offshore capability.
- Built and scaled tactical risk testing units from the ground up, infusing advanced risk-based methodologies into core business actions.
- Commanded large-scale quality assurance initiatives to elevate continuous service delivery matrix and optimize cross-border operational efficiencies, reinforcing quality standards.
- Travelled to the U.S. to lead the transition of ASCA processes to India; trained 17 resources upon return, scaling the team to 56 professionals and building a sustainable offshore capability.
- Following the pilot’s success, influenced other Lines of Business (LOBs) to adopt RSCA in India, expanding the program’s footprint and reinforcing global confidence in the team’s delivery model.
Wells Fargo India
Team Leader
01.2014 - 01.2016
Job overview
- Led 18-member core operational group, applying process re-engineering models to enhance quality and production outputs.
- Fostered award-winning culture focused on engagement, earning consecutive 'Best Team of the Month' corporate citations.
- Led cross-functional teams to enhance process efficiency and improve service delivery standards.
- Mentored junior team members, fostering professional growth and skill development within the team.
- Streamlined operational workflows, resulting in increased productivity and reduced turnaround times.
Wells Fargo India
Senior Financial Analyst
01.2010 - 01.2014
Job overview
- Developed financial forecasting and macro-budgeting frameworks to guide operational strategy and support multi-year planning.
- Analyzed financial data to identify trends and support strategic decision-making.
- Developed comprehensive financial models to forecast revenue and manage budgets effectively.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to optimize reporting processes and improve accuracy.
Bank of America
Team Developer
01.2007 - 01.2010
Job overview
- Conducted quality audits on commercial banking portfolios, designed training loops to improve regulatory trust metrics.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Education
Reah school of business management, Osmania University
MBA
01-2007
University Overview
Pioneer Degree college
B.com
01-2005
University Overview
Skills
Enterprise Testing & Validation (RSCA)
AI & Automation Adoption in Compliance
Strategic Risk & Compliance Leadership
Operational Excellence & Process Re-engineering
Executive Reporting & Stakeholder Relations
Control testing
Issue validation
Regulatory reporting
Quality management systems
Policy compliance
Accomplishments
Accomplishments
- Delivered $4.60m in savings through 11 innovation projects.
- Consistently high Gallup scores (4.97 in 2015, 4.84 in 2016).
- WAC Award (2017), AE4 & Gold Coin Awards.
- Led teams to six consecutive 'Best Team of the Month' wins.
Certification
CRISC: Certified in Risk and Information Systems Control
Timeline
Independent Testing Manager (VP)
Wells Fargo India
01.2023 - Current
Lead Independent Testing Officer
Wells Fargo India
01.2018 - 01.2023
Quality Assurance Manager
Wells Fargo India
01.2016 - 01.2018
Team Leader
Wells Fargo India
01.2014 - 01.2016
Senior Financial Analyst
Wells Fargo India
01.2010 - 01.2014
Team Developer
Bank of America
01.2007 - 01.2010
Pioneer Degree college
B.com
Reah school of business management, Osmania University
MBA