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Pratik Thakur

@pratikthakur

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Banking & Finance professional | Retail Banking | Trade Finance | Data Analytics | SQL · Python · Power BI

India

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What I'm looking for

I seek roles where I can lead operations and vendor management while applying investment research and data skills to improve profitability and processes.

Banking and financial services professional with expertise spanning retail banking, trade finance, portfolio management, and financial advisory. Currently serving as Assistant Manager at Axis Bank, he brings a well-rounded profile built across leading private sector institutions including ICICI Bank. Holds an MBA in Marketing and International Business.

A frontline banking acumen and data-driven thinking. Proficient in SQL, Python, Power BI, and Google Analytics (GA4).

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Asistant Manager

Current

Axis bank

Jan 2026 - Present (4 months)

Assistant Manager – Retail Banking & Financial Advisory at Axis Bank, managing client portfolios, delivering tailored financial solutions, and driving business growth across retail banking and trade finance. Leveraging data analytics (SQL, Python, Power BI) to enhance decision-making and client engagement in a fast-paced, target-driven banking environment.

Banking Operations Finance Operations Finance Management Credit Analysis

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Independent Investor

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Self-Managed Portfolio

Jan 2018 - Present (8 years 4 months)

Managed personal investment portfolio across equities, mutual funds, and derivatives, achieving consistent annual returns above market average through disciplined research and trading.

Equity Research Portfolio Management Derivatives Market Analysis Risk Management Trading strategies Financial Modelling

Business Operations Manager

Family Business – Retail & Services Sector

Jul 2020 - Mar 2025 (4 years 8 months)

Managed daily operations for retail and services business, leading 12+ staff and 25+ vendors; reduced vendor procurement costs by 18% and improved inventory/billing turnaround by 30%.

Vendor Management Digital Payments Inventory Management Negotiation Team Leadership Process Optimization

Deputy Manager - Trade Finance

ICICI Bank

Jun 2019 - Jun 2020 (1 year)

Oversaw trade finance transactions (LCs, remittances) totaling ₹5+ Cr monthly; reduced issue resolution time by 30% and improved customer satisfaction by 20% through process improvements.

Trade Finance Remittances Regulatory Compliance Client Relationship Management Documentation Banking Operations

Campus Ambassador

ICICI Bank

Sep 2019 - Mar 2020 (6 months)

Promoted ICICI student programs and banking products on campus and organized financial awareness campaigns to increase student engagement.

Event Coordination Marketing Communication Promotion

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Sharda University

Master of Business Administration, Marketing & International Business

Completed an MBA specializing in Marketing and International Business at Sharda University, focusing on strategic marketing and international business practices.