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saurav dandapat

@sauravdandapat

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Experienced marketing professional specializing in corporate communications and PR.

Zimbabwe

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What I'm looking for

I seek a dynamic role that fosters creativity and strategic communication, with opportunities for professional growth.

With over 9 years of experience in corporate communication and public relations, I have honed my skills in content creation, stakeholder engagement, and enhancing brand visibility. Currently, I serve as the Assistant Vice President of Marketing and Corporate Communications at YES BANK, where I manage both external and internal communications, alongside social media strategies.

Throughout my career, I have successfully led numerous media relations initiatives, organized strategic media interactions, and developed impactful content that has significantly increased digital engagement. My proactive approach to crisis communication has mitigated reputational risks, and my collaboration with HR has enhanced employee engagement initiatives.

My previous roles at ICICI Prudential Life Insurance Company have further solidified my expertise in corporate communications, where I spearheaded various projects that improved client engagement and brand visibility. I am passionate about leveraging my skills to drive effective communication strategies that resonate with audiences and foster strong relationships.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Assistant Vice President, Marketing and Corporate Communication

Current

YES BANK

Dec 2023 - Present (1 year 7 months)

Managed media relations and PR, building relationships with BFSI journalists and overseeing two PR agencies. Led communication strategy for quarterly results, ensuring timely press releases and consistent messaging across channels.

Media Relations Public Relations Content Creation Social Media Management Employee Engagement Communications Strategy Thought Leadership

Senior Manager |LEVEL 2| Corporate Communications and Public Relations

ICICI Prudential Life Insurance Company

Jun 2022 - Dec 2023 (1 year 6 months)

Spearheaded the customer newsletter initiative, focusing on targeted content to enhance client engagement. Served as the project lead for creating a proprietary research study on retirement, aimed at diversifying the company's thought leadership assets.

Customer Engagement Content Strategy Project Management Research Thought Leadership Corporate Communications Public Relations

Senior Manager |LEVEL 1| Corporate Communications and Public Relations

ICICI Prudential Life Insurance Company

Jun 2020 - Jul 2021 (1 year 1 month)

Orchestrated end-to-end development and promotion of a quarterly employee newsletter, reaching 14,000 staff members. Created over 20 high-impact articles for senior leadership, leading to publication in top-tier media outlets.

Content Creation Media Strategy Brand Awareness Corporate Communications Public Relations Employee Engagement

Branch Manager |Sales and Distribution

ICICI Prudential Life Insurance Company

Aug 2017 - Apr 2020 (2 years 8 months)

Boosted sales revenue for ICICI Prudential Life Insurance products by 29% in FY 2019-20, demonstrating effective sales strategy execution. Generated 46 high-quality leads at local events and seminars, achieving an impressive 59% conversion rate.

Sales Management Lead Generation Sales Strategy Customer Retention Business Development

Project Consultant

TATA TRUST

Aug 2017 - Aug 2018 (1 year)

Spearheaded the implementation of the District Action Plan to achieve WASH Mission goals in 2018-19. Developed a comprehensive social behavior communication change plan to promote behavioural change.

Project Management Data Analysis Community Development Communications Planning Public Health Implementation Stakeholder Engagement

Safety Officer

TATA MOTORS

Jan 2015 - Jun 2015 (5 months)

Implemented safety policies and procedures in compliance with local, state, and central government regulations. Investigated accidents and incidents to determine the root cause and recommend corrective actions to prevent future occurrences.

Compliance Risk Assessment Policy Implementation Regulatory Compliance

Junior Engineer

ODISHA ENGINEERS

Jul 2012 - Jun 2014 (1 year 11 months)

Reduced safety incidents by 250% through the implementation of the safety manual, while ensuring compliance with safety regulations. Updated the company's safety inventory system, allowing for real-time tracking of safety equipment availability and simplifying the procurement process.

Compliance Inventory Management Engineering Support Process Improvement

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Xavier Institute of Management, Bhubaneswar (XIMB)

M.B.A., Sustainability Management

Completed a Master of Business Administration with a specialization in Sustainability Management. Gained expertise in sustainable business practices and environmental stewardship.