Description

Project & Operations Specialist | Transformation & Process Optimization Expert

With over 20 years of international experience, I help organizations streamline operations, drive strategic initiatives, and deliver measurable results. My expertise spans project management, stakeholder engagement, and process improvement across global, multicultural environments.

What I Offer:

- End-to-end project management: From scoping and requirements gathering to execution and delivery, I ensure projects are completed on time and within budget.

- Stakeholder & cross-functional collaboration: Skilled at building consensus and facilitating communication between diverse teams, including offshore and remote groups.

- Process transformation: Proven track record of enhancing operational efficiency, implementing technology solutions, and leading change management initiatives.

- Governance & risk management: Experienced in establishing compliance frameworks, managing risks, and ensuring alignment with organizational goals.

- Documentation & communication: Adept at drafting clear business requirements, preparing executive communications, and leading productive meetings.

Key Skills:

- Project & resource management

- Change management & transformation

- Offshoring & global team leadership

- Business process documentation

- Strategic problem-solving

Certifications:

- Certified Public Accountant (USA)

- Agile Project Management

- Analytics & Data Visualization

- AI Agents

- GPHR

Languages: English (fluent), German (intermediate), Gujarati, Hindi, Marathi

Let’s Connect:

If you need a reliable partner to manage complex projects, optimize processes, or support your business transformation, let’s discuss how I can help you achieve your goals.

Industry field of expertise

Languages

English
Native or bilingual
Gujarati
Native or bilingual
Hindi
Native or bilingual
Marathi
Fluent
German
Conversational

Workplace preferences

Can work on-site

Mannheim (up to 50km)

EY Tax GmbH Steuerberatungsgesellschaft,
Senior Manager – Technology, Innovation and Transformation
CONSULTING AND AUDITS
October 2021 - Today (4 years and 8 months)
Mannheim, Germany
Contributing to Strategic Programs: Lead and support high-priority strategic initiatives, utilizing analytical insights to drive impactful outcomes aligned with team's objectives. Business Requirements and Planning: Skilled in defining and documenting business user requirements to ensure alignment with organizational goals. Develop detailed program plans and timelines for effective delivery. Stakeholder Engagement: Act as a key liaison across functions and regions, fostering collaboration and maintaining strong relationships with stakeholders. Manage expectations through clear communication. Communication and Governance: Facilitate team communication by organizing meetings, preparing agendas, and tracking action items. Oversee governance frameworks to ensure compliance and proactively address risks. Project Management: Manage complex initiatives from initiation to completion, ensuring adherence to timelines and budgets. Prioritize initiatives and ensure alignment with strategic objectives.
• • Problem-Solving and Innovation: Conduct problem analysis and develop strategic solutions while leveraging advanced technologies to enhance execution efficiency. Operational Support: Provide critical support for daily operations, adapting to competing demands and promoting cross functional collaboration for seamless transitions into business-as-usual operations.
Project Management (PMO) IT Project Management Innovation Offshoring Copilot
Ernst & Young GmbH Wirtschaftsprüfungsgesellschaft,
Senior Manager - People Advisory Services
April 2017 - September 2021 (4 years and 5 months)
68 Mannheim, Germany
• • Short-term Business Travel Compliance: Commerce, Implementation, set-up and project management for large clients
• • Strategising international mobility programs
• • Project Manager/PMO for WaveSpace on mobility functions of assignment services, data analytics, payroll, social security, immigration, payroll & expat tax
Goldman Sachs Services India Pvt. Ltd.,
Vice-President – Global Mobility
May 2013 - March 2017 (3 years and 10 months)
Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
• • Team Lead for global mobility specialists working on operational aspects of internal assignments & international transfers
• • Provided comprehensive tax advisory, ensuring global tax compliance and managed social security tax for all employees
• • Oversaw vendor relations with two tax firms and technology provider
• • Managed budgeting for mobility expenses, optimized cost estimates, and streamlined payroll in APAC and EMEIA
• • Facilitated global tech support, coordinated with internal IT and implemented policy changes based on regional benchmarking and analysis
• • Collaborated with compensation, benefits, finance, HR, and recruitment on HR projects and mobility issues