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Sharif Khan

@sharifkhan

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Visionary technology and risk executive driving strategic innovation.

Australia

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What I'm looking for

I seek a role that fosters innovation and strategic growth in a dynamic environment.

I am a visionary executive with over 35 years of experience in transforming organizational challenges into competitive advantages through innovative risk management, process optimization, and technology integration. My career has generated over $100M in measurable business impact, demonstrating my ability to deliver exceptional business outcomes by combining deep technical expertise with strategic business acumen.

Throughout my journey, I have successfully guided over 15 organizations through complex technology transformations, achieving a 100% project success rate. My leadership has consistently exceeded KPIs by 40-500%, and I have developed enterprise governance frameworks that strengthen compliance while accelerating growth. I pride myself on my global perspective and ability to lead high-performance teams across diverse cultures, making a significant impact in every role I undertake.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Senior Management Consultant

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Commonwealth Bank of Australia

Jun 2017 - Present (8 years)

Recruited to provide strategic expertise in risk management and payment systems transformation. Achieved significant improvements in compliance, digital transformation, and operational efficiency, directly impacting customer experience and financial performance.

Risk Management Digital Transformation Payment Processing Customer Experience

Chief Executive Officer

Sharazia Holdings

Mar 2011 - Jun 2017 (6 years 3 months)

Founded and led an international business consultancy, providing executive consulting services across multiple industries. Achieved significant revenue growth and operational improvements while maintaining high client retention rates.

Business Consulting Revenue Strategic Advisory Strategic Alliances

Senior Management Consultant – Business Management and IT

Pacific University (PAU)

Jan 2007 - Jul 2015 (8 years 6 months)

Transformed operations and infrastructure at a leading higher education institution, securing significant funding and improving operational efficiency. Led digital transformation initiatives that enhanced educational capabilities.

Digital Transformation Strategic Partnerships Educational Impact Infrastructure Project Management

Senior Management Consultant – Project Management

Espera Global Corporation

Mar 2008 - Mar 2011 (3 years)

Led transformation initiatives for petrochemical and financial institutions in West Africa, focusing on process innovation and performance management. Achieved substantial cost savings and improved operational KPIs.

Project Management Process Innovation Performance Management Change Management Leadership Development Cross Functional Team Management

Senior Management Consultant – Regional Director

Radware (Australia) Pty Ltd

Jun 2004 - Apr 2006 (1 year 10 months)

Established the Australian/New Zealand market presence for a global cybersecurity provider, achieving rapid revenue growth and building a high-performance team. Developed innovative market strategies that significantly increased brand recognition.

Marketing Strategy Revenue Team Building Cybersecurity Sales Management Brand Development Market Penetration

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Griffith University

Graduate Diploma, Public Sector Management

Completed a Graduate Diploma in Public Sector Management with specialisations in Leadership, Change Management, and Risk Management, achieving a distinguished certification.