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Karan Bhagra

@karanbhagra

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Senior operations leader transitioning to financial services with expertise in compliance and people development.

Guernsey

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What I'm looking for

I am seeking roles in financial services that leverage my operations, compliance and people leadership experience in regulated environments, offering measurable impact, strong governance, and opportunities to mentor teams.

I am a seasoned senior leader with over 20 years of experience in administration, operational management, and people development, currently transitioning into the financial services sector in Guernsey. I have a proven track record in building strong stakeholder relationships, overseeing compliance and risk controls, and driving high-performing teams in complex, regulated environments.

I led day-to-day administration for 1,000+ personnel and oversaw resource allocation exceeding $10M, introducing technology and process improvements that boosted operational efficiency and data accuracy. I mentor teams, redesign onboarding and reporting mechanisms, and apply disciplined risk controls to ensure audit-ready compliance while delivering measurable performance improvements.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Chief Admin & Training Officer

Indian Army

Jan 2022 - Jan 2025 (3 years)

Led day-to-day administration for 1,000+ personnel, designing training plans and mentoring junior officers while improving operational efficiency and data accuracy. Managed onboarding and resource allocation exceeding $10M and implemented process improvements to ensure error-free compliance documentation.

Leadership Training Development Administration Compliance Resource Allocation Process Improvement Data Quality Onboarding Stakeholder Management

Commanding Officer

Indian Army

Jan 2020 - Jan 2022 (2 years)

Commanded a combat-ready unit of over 1,000 personnel, leading operations, training, and resource management to achieve peak operational effectiveness. Redesigned onboarding and reporting mechanisms, driving unit performance to be recognised as best in the division.

Operations Leadership Risk Mitigation Training Stakeholder Engagement Resource Management Reporting Process Improvement

Chief Project & Operations Officer

Indian Army

Jan 2018 - Jan 2020 (2 years)

Served as second-in-command of an 800-personnel unit, planning and executing 50+ large-scale operations with zero mission failures and ensuring 100% mission readiness. Strengthened liaison with senior leadership and allied forces to resolve mission-critical challenges and enhance operational coordination.

Operations Planning Logistics Crisis Management Regulatory Compliance Leadership

Senior Administrative Officer

Indian Army

Jan 2015 - Jan 2018 (3 years)

Managed resource allocation, onboarding, and records controls across cross-jurisdiction projects, ensuring regulatory compliance and audit-ready documentation. Led cross-functional teams and coordinated multi-agency stakeholders in high-trust environments.

Administration Records Management Compliance Access Control Project Management Team Leadership

Project and Operations Officer

Indian Army

Jan 2004 - Jan 2015 (11 years)

Led counter-insurgency and riot-control operations and acceptance trials for advanced artillery systems, managing a 500-strong unit and improving efficiency and morale by 30%. Coordinated with civil authorities and senior leadership to restore order and ensure operational readiness.

Counter Insurgency Personnel Management Civil Military Coordination Training Performance Improvement Logistics

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Manipal University Jaipur

Master of Business Administration, Human Resources

Completed an MBA with HR specialisation from Manipal University Jaipur in 2024, recognised by UK ENIC as equivalent to a UK master's degree.

Garhwal University

Postgraduate Diploma, Military Studies & Defence Management

Postgraduate Diploma in Military Studies & Defence Management completed in 2004.

University College of Business Studies (U.C.B.S), Shimla

Bachelor of Business Administration, Business Administration

Bachelor of Business Administration from University College of Business Studies, Shimla, completed in 2002 and recognised by UK ENIC as a UK Bachelor (Honours) equivalent.