Ram Agrawal Email & Phone Number

Hong Kong

Pune, Maharashtra, India

Product Owner for a Performance Calculator product (calculate performance trends and metrics for all Funds & Mandates)Description: In my role as Product Owner for the Performance Calculator, a key product within the Asset Management division, I lead the strategic direction of the tool designed to calculate performance trends and metrics for all Funds & Mandates. My responsibilities and contributions include:Backlog Management: Expertly managed the product backlog, prioritizing… Show more Product Owner for a Performance Calculator product (calculate performance trends and metrics for all Funds & Mandates)Description: In my role as Product Owner for the Performance Calculator, a key product within the Asset Management division, I lead the strategic direction of the tool designed to calculate performance trends and metrics for all Funds & Mandates. My responsibilities and contributions include:Backlog Management: Expertly managed the product backlog, prioritizing items based on business value, stakeholder needs, and technical feasibility. This ensured that our team consistently focused on work that provided the highest value to the business and its clients.Requirement Definition: Translated complex business needs into clear, actionable user stories and acceptance criteria, effectively guiding the development team towards delivering features that directly addressed user requirements and business goals.Stakeholder Engagement: Acted as the primary liaison between the development team and stakeholders, ensuring open lines of communication. I gathered inputs, managed expectations, and kept all parties informed of our progress, facilitating a collaborative and transparent environment.Value Maximization: Played a key role in Sprint Planning and Execution, actively participating in the selection and refinement of sprint items to ensure the team focused on delivering maximum value. My involvement was critical in ensuring that the product development aligned closely with strategic business objectives.Strategic Decision Making: Made critical decisions regarding the product's priorities, scope, and roadmap, carefully balancing business needs, user feedback, and technical constraints. This responsibility involved making tough calls that would best serve the product's long-term success and sustainability.I leveraged Agile methodologies to drive product development, fostering an environment of continuous improvement and innovation. Show less

Pune Area, India

In my pivotal role within the Chief Data Office's Data Demand & Advisory function at UBS Asset Management, I spearheaded the management and execution of data demands, ensuring alignment with strategic business objectives and regulatory compliance. My responsibilities and contributions include:Demand Management: Led the comprehensive management of the current and future data demand pipeline, catering to both internal and external sources such as regulatory changes (e.g., Libor… Show more In my pivotal role within the Chief Data Office's Data Demand & Advisory function at UBS Asset Management, I spearheaded the management and execution of data demands, ensuring alignment with strategic business objectives and regulatory compliance. My responsibilities and contributions include:Demand Management: Led the comprehensive management of the current and future data demand pipeline, catering to both internal and external sources such as regulatory changes (e.g., Libor decommission, CSDR regulation) and system transformations (e.g., Simcorp Dimension, Denodo for Data Virtualization). Cross-Functional Collaboration: Acted as a key liaison between various business units, including investments, client coverage, and operations, facilitating discussions on data demands and execution plans. My ability to bridge technical and business perspectives fostered collaborative strategies for demand fulfillment.Execution Excellence: Timely execution of data demands in collaboration with data governance, mastering, architecture, and IT functions within the Chief Data Office. My focus on efficient and effective execution ensured that data needs were met with high standards of quality and within expected timelines.Skills Demonstrated: Demand Management, Business Analysis, Stakeholder Management, Executive Status Reporting, Change Management.Throughout this role, I leveraged my expertise in demand management, business analysis, and stakeholder engagement to drive the successful delivery of data demands, ensuring that UBS Asset Management remained agile and compliant in a rapidly evolving regulatory and technological landscape. Show less

Pune, Maharashtra, India

In my leadership role within the Data Science COE Team, I played a pivotal role in the development of a comprehensive Data Analytics platform, pivotal for digital transformation and hosting all structured and unstructured data. This initiative led to the creation of innovative products utilizing Artificial Intelligence (AI), Machine Learning (ML), and Natural Language Processing (NLP). My responsibilities and expertise were demonstrated in the following areas:Strategic Partnership:… Show more In my leadership role within the Data Science COE Team, I played a pivotal role in the development of a comprehensive Data Analytics platform, pivotal for digital transformation and hosting all structured and unstructured data. This initiative led to the creation of innovative products utilizing Artificial Intelligence (AI), Machine Learning (ML), and Natural Language Processing (NLP). My responsibilities and expertise were demonstrated in the following areas:Strategic Partnership: Worked closely with the Product Sponsor to define the project's scope and objectives, ensuring stakeholder alignment and technical feasibility, setting a solid foundation for our strategic vision.Product Vision and Delivery: As the driving force behind product vision and delivery, I was instrumental in defining, validating, prioritizing, and delivering the platform's critical features and functionalities. My leadership ensured the delivery of impactful and strategic features that met the firm's needs.Business Analysis Excellence & Agile Integration: Led the detailed collection, documentation, and refinement of business requirements, expertly integrating them into product backlogs in adherence to Agile best practices. My role involved crafting user stories and wireframes, managing scrum ceremonies.Team Mentorship: Mentored a team of 7 Business & Data Analysts, enhancing their skills and overseeing the business analysis aspects of our projects, ensuring high-quality and impactful output.Cross-Functional Collaboration: Facilitated effective communication between business analysts, developers, and testers, ensuring clear understanding of requirements and timely delivery of product features, reinforcing the collaborative success of our initiatives.Skills Highlighted: Data Analysis, Data Modelling, Data Governance, ETL (Structured/Un-Structured Data), Investment Research, News Analytics, ESG Risk Analysis, with proficiency in Trucost and Bloomberg RMS. Show less

Noida Area, India

As a pivotal figure in the rollout of iMPACT, IRIS's flagship product designed to streamline the workflow for Municipal Bond Underwriters and Financial Advisors, I played a critical role in its successful development & implementation at Hilltop Securities, the leading Financial Advisor for Municipal Bonds in the USA. My key responsibilities and skills were demonstrated through:Strategic Implementation: Led the deployment of the iMPACT product at Hilltop Securities, ensuring seamless… Show more As a pivotal figure in the rollout of iMPACT, IRIS's flagship product designed to streamline the workflow for Municipal Bond Underwriters and Financial Advisors, I played a critical role in its successful development & implementation at Hilltop Securities, the leading Financial Advisor for Municipal Bonds in the USA. My key responsibilities and skills were demonstrated through:Strategic Implementation: Led the deployment of the iMPACT product at Hilltop Securities, ensuring seamless integration and adoption. This state-of-the-art platform revolutionizes collaboration among multiple entities in the Municipal Bond issuance process, such as Bond Counsel, Legal Counsel, and Underwriters, through a single, integrated workflow.Business Process Optimization: Conducted comprehensive business process review meetings, successfully mapping out current and target state models to identify areas for enhancement and ensure the platform fully addressed the client's needs.Requirement Analysis and Documentation: Analyzed business requirements to ascertain their impact on the product, meticulously preparing Business Requirement Documents (BRD) and Functional Specifications (FS), thereby ensuring clarity and alignment between business needs and product capabilities.Cross-Functional Collaboration: Fostered strong collaboration with the development and testing teams, effectively communicating requirements and overseeing timely deliveries, which was crucial for the project's success and client satisfaction.Data Migration Analysis: Undertook thorough analysis of data migration strategies, ensuring accurate and efficient transition of client data onto the iMPACT platform, minimizing disruption and maximizing operational continuity.This role allowed me to leverage my expertise in business analysis, and stakeholder engagement, significantly contributing to the enhancement of workflow integration for Municipal Bond issuances at Hilltop Securities. Show less

Dallas, Texas

Gurgaon, India

In my dynamic role within the Aladdin Product Group, I championed the integration and optimization of Aladdin's data interfaces, a cornerstone of BlackRock Solutions' enterprise investment platform. Aladdin’s suite, renowned for merging risk analytics with comprehensive investment management tools, relies on its interfaces for seamless data communication, supporting a streamlined investment process.Key Contributions:Client Implementations: Acted as the Subject Matter Expert for… Show more In my dynamic role within the Aladdin Product Group, I championed the integration and optimization of Aladdin's data interfaces, a cornerstone of BlackRock Solutions' enterprise investment platform. Aladdin’s suite, renowned for merging risk analytics with comprehensive investment management tools, relies on its interfaces for seamless data communication, supporting a streamlined investment process.Key Contributions:Client Implementations: Acted as the Subject Matter Expert for deploying Aladdin interfaces across prestigious clients such as Schroders, CIT, and Aviva, enhancing their investment operations and data management capabilities.Cross-Functional Collaboration: Fostered strong partnerships with internal teams, including Relationship Managers and Client Services, to ensure cohesive support for both new and existing clients, driving significant improvements in client satisfaction and operational efficiency.Strategic Analysis & Planning: Led the analysis of development requests and business process reviews, establishing robust models for current and future states, thereby facilitating continuous platform enhancement.Leadership & Mentorship: Mentored a global team of 20 associates, elevating their expertise in ETL processes and fostering a culture of excellence and innovation.Project Execution & Support: Directed the preparation of BRD and FS documents, ensuring precise requirement articulation and seamless UAT execution. Provided critical level 2 support, addressing data issues swiftly under strict SLAs.System Optimization: Spearheaded troubleshooting, system configurations, and risk mitigation for UAT and production releases, significantly reducing downtime and enhancing system reliability.My role has allowed me to leverage my expertise in data analysis, client service, and problem solving, significantly contributing to the client satisfaction of Aladdin's global user base. Show less

Gurgaon, India

In my role at TCS, I was integral to the management and implementation of the BaNCS product, a leading web-based solution renowned for processing Corporate Actions (MT56X) and Trade SWIFT messages (MT54X). My tenure involved direct engagement with top-tier clients including Itau Unibanco, Fidelity, BNP Paribas, DBS Bank, GIC, and RBC Dexia, contributing to BaNCS's global implementation success across custodians, fund managers, and clearinghouses.Key Achievements:Implementation… Show more In my role at TCS, I was integral to the management and implementation of the BaNCS product, a leading web-based solution renowned for processing Corporate Actions (MT56X) and Trade SWIFT messages (MT54X). My tenure involved direct engagement with top-tier clients including Itau Unibanco, Fidelity, BNP Paribas, DBS Bank, GIC, and RBC Dexia, contributing to BaNCS's global implementation success across custodians, fund managers, and clearinghouses.Key Achievements:Implementation Excellence: Led the successful implementation of BaNCS Corporate Actions, adapting the product to meet diverse client needs through various project phases.Solution Design: Spearheaded the capture, analysis, and solution design for client requirements, ensuring BaNCS Corporate Actions' adaptability and effectiveness.Documentation and Design: Authored comprehensive High/Low-Level Design documents for identified GAPs, and crafted interfaces/reports for integration with internal/external systems.Quality Assurance: Developed and executed system test cases for new product releases, ensuring seamless and error-free installations in client environments.Team Leadership: Mentored teams, fostering an understanding of business scenarios, significantly enhancing team competency and product delivery.Training and Support: Delivered formal product trainings to business users, enhancing user comprehension and product utilization. Organized orientation and technical training for new associates, bolstering team skills and knowledge.Operational Efficiency: Played a pivotal role in identifying and resolving operational and technical challenges, optimizing product performance, and ensuring client satisfaction.My contributions to the TCS-BaNCS Product Management Group underscored my commitment to product excellence, client service, and team leadership. I consistently delivered solutions that not only met but exceeded client expectations, driving the global success of the BaNCS platform. Show less

Sao Paulo, Brazil

Singapore

Bachelor Of Technology, Electronics & Communication

Cfa Level I Pass, Asset Management