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Priyanka s

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Results-driven Project Manager with 18 years of experience.

India

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for opportunities that allow me to lead impactful projects, foster collaboration, and drive innovation within a dynamic organization.

I am a results-driven Project Manager with 18 years of experience in managing and delivering complex projects, particularly in the banking and financial services sector. My expertise lies in end-to-end project management, where I have successfully led banking system transformations, regulatory compliance initiatives, and digital banking innovations. I have a proven track record of delivering large-scale, high-impact projects for renowned financial institutions such as Citibank, HSBC, Lloyds, and Nationwide Building Society.

Throughout my career, I have demonstrated a strategic mindset and a keen understanding of financial services operations. I excel in enhancing operational efficiency, customer experience, and profitability through effective project delivery. My leadership skills have enabled me to manage cross-functional teams, ensuring alignment with business objectives and client requirements while maintaining a strong focus on compliance and risk management.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

IT Project Manager / Scrum Master

Current

Tata Consultancy Services

Nov 2015 - Present (9 years 7 months)

Managed IT projects for clients like HSBC and Citibank, overseeing project lifecycles, budgets, and stakeholder communication. Led cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality solutions within financial parameters.

Scrum Master Team Leadership Agile Methodologies Risk Management Compliance Digital Banking Vendor Management

Current

Project Manager

Current

Tata Consultancy Services

Nov 2015 - Present (9 years 7 months)

Lead and manage complex banking and financial services projects, including system upgrades and digital banking transformations. Successfully delivered end-to-end implementations, enhancing operational efficiency and customer experience while ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.

Project Management Financial Systems Digital Transformation Regulatory Compliance Stakeholder Engagement Agile Methodologies Team Leadership Budget Management Risk Management

Test Manager / Test Lead

IBM

Jun 2011 - Oct 2014 (3 years 4 months)

Led testing efforts for projects at Nationwide Building Society, focusing on business requirements evaluation and test planning. Managed a team to ensure quality deliverables and effective communication with stakeholders.

Test Management Test Planning Quality Assurance Team Leadership Reporting Agile Methodologies

Onsite Coordinator / Team Member

Cognizant Technologies

Feb 2006 - Jan 2009 (2 years 11 months)

Coordinated onsite testing efforts for Lloyds Bank projects, managing a team and ensuring quality deliverables. Focused on test case preparation and team guidance.

Team Coordination Testing Quality Assurance Team Leadership Agile Methodologies Reporting Documentation Process Improvement

Test Lead / Defect Manager

Tech Mahindra

Mar 2010 - Jun 2011 (1 year 3 months)

Handled defect management for multiple projects at AT&T, analyzing end-to-end defects and coordinating with teams to ensure proper closure. Focused on quality control and defect resolution.

Quality Control Root Cause Analysis Team Coordination Reporting Communication Project Management Agile Methodologies Testing

Team Member

Quexst Solutions

Sep 2005 - Mar 2006 (6 months)

Participated in the Asclepius project, focusing on understanding business requirements and preparing test cases. Executed tests to ensure functionality and usability.

Usability Testing Functional Testing Test Execution Reporting Team Collaboration Documentation Quality Assurance Agile Methodologies

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

KITS, Bhubaneswar

Bachelor of Engineering, Electronics and Telecommunication

Completed a Bachelor of Engineering in Electronics and Telecommunication, gaining foundational knowledge in electronic systems, communication technologies, and telecommunication principles.