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Amit Sengupta

Amit Sengupta

London

Summary

Accomplished banking and financial services professional with over 13 years of experience spanning central banking, fintech, and retail banking across highly regulated environments. Proven expertise in payments operations, risk management, quality assurance, and stakeholder engagement at both national and international levels. Skilled in leading high-performing teams, driving operational efficiency, and delivering large-scale transformation projects such as RTGS modernisation and ISO20022 adoption. Experienced in developing and implementing robust QA frameworks, data-driven performance reporting, and regulatory-compliant processes aligned with global best practices. Adept at collaborating with central banks, financial regulators, and senior executives to ensure resilience, compliance, and continuous service improvement. Leveraging strong analytical and leadership capabilities to contribute to the UAE/GCC’s rapidly evolving banking and financial service's sector, with a focus on digital payments, operational excellence, and enhancing customer trust.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work history

Payment Operations Team Leader

Bank of England
London
08.2023 - Current
  • Oversaw quality control and implemented process improvements, maintaining consistently high service standards.
  • Supported project management initiatives, ensuring operational assignments were delivered on time and to specification.
  • Managed recruitment, onboarding, and development of analysts and query management staff within Payment Operations.
  • Directed workforce planning and shift scheduling for 30 analysts, securing uninterrupted payments coverage.
  • Collaborated with senior stakeholders to deliver training and procedural updates for operational teams.
  • Supervised query management team, upholding compliance standards in external communications and investigations.
  • Key contributor to an 8-year programme delivering the upgraded RTGS system, including development of query-handling processes.
  • Conducted quarterly quality reviews, producing KPI dashboards and performance insights for senior leadership.
  • Strengthened risk management as first line of defence, escalating anomalies and contributing to RCSA assessments.
  • Executed contingency and resilience testing, including MIRS live tests, ensuring operational continuity.
  • Coordinated with international central banks during disruptions, managing settlements across CHAPS, BACS, DNS and other payment methods.
  • Built deep expertise in RTGS, AHM, BERTI, Splunk, and developed extensive knowledge of SWIFT and ISO20022 messaging standards.

Complaints & QA Team Leader

Zilch Technology Limtited
London
07.2022 - 08.2023


Zilch is the fastest-growing European fintech unicorn and first fintech firm to reach double-unicorn status in 14months.


  • Designed and implemented a new global QA framework, streamlining service operations across UK, US, and South Africa.
  • Developed and rolled out a QA grading tool and performance scorecards, enhancing consistency across global teams.
  • Managed KPI tracking and performance analysis, creating strategies that improved QA team effectiveness.
  • Line managed QA and Complaints teams, setting objectives, allocating workloads, and coaching staff to exceed performance targets.
  • Established SOPs and frameworks for complaints handling and FOS escalations, strengthening compliance and governance.
  • Partnered with compliance to ensure complaint processes aligned with FCA regulations.
  • Recruited, onboarded, and developed staff for QA and Complaints functions, building high-performing teams.
  • Produced MI reports and insights for senior leadership and C-suite, driving continuous service improvements.
  • Collaborated with BPO partners in South Africa, aligning service delivery and identifying areas for improvement.
  • Supported global offices (including Miami) to ensure service consistency across regions.
  • Worked with training teams to identify skill gaps, creating targeted learning interventions for staff.
  • Led QA oversight for collections and complaints, improving customer interactions and regulatory adherence.
  • Drove multiple cross-functional projects, influencing process improvements across operations and service quality.
  • Acted as key liaison with senior stakeholders, embedding a culture of quality, compliance, and operational excellence.

QA Specialist & Senior Adjudicator

Financial Ombudsman Service
London
10.2015 - 07.2022
  • Conducted quality assurance reviews across multiple communication channels, ensuring adherence to best practice and regulatory standards.
  • Compiled detailed reports on complaint trends across departments, supporting senior leadership with actionable insights.
  • Designed and delivered engaging training sessions to adjudicators, supporting their accreditation process and professional development.
  • Facilitated refresher training sessions to reinforce organisational policies and procedures.
  • Trialled new business regulations and processes, identifying best practices for wider adoption.
  • Investigated escalated and sensitive cases, including fraud, ensuring fair, evidence-based resolutions for businesses and consumers.
  • Collaborated with Ombudsman, senior stakeholders, and management on strategic projects, including establishing a new office.
  • Managed investigation teams, embedding best practice standards and ensuring high-quality customer outcomes.
  • Produced analysis of complex data sets and risk events using Excel and Access, presenting findings to leadership.
  • Acted as a key liaison with senior management and Ombudsmen during high-profile cases, providing updates on risks and progress.
  • Developed training materials and facilitated workshops for over 250 investigators, improving consistency across teams.
  • Oversaw QA processes, compiling MI and performance reports for senior leadership and recommending process improvements.

Lettings Negotiator

Foxtons
London
03.2014 - 09.2015


Foxtons is London's largest sales and lettings agency holding the largest market share.


  • Handled enquiries from 70+ applicants per property during peak rental seasons, ensuring efficient management of high demand.
  • Delivered outstanding customer service through regular updates and tailored support, strengthening client loyalty.
  • Managed the full lettings process, including inspections, advertising, viewings, and applicant selection.
  • Reviewed and approved tenant applications on behalf of landlords, ensuring compliance with policies and requirements.
  • Verified tenant references to confirm credibility and reduce landlord risk.
  • Maintained expert knowledge of London’s rental market trends to support client pricing and decision-making.
  • Coordinated tenancy agreements and contract signings, ensuring smooth transitions for all parties.
  • Matched client needs with suitable property options, enhancing customer satisfaction and retention.
  • Built a strong professional network within the real estate industry, generating referrals and repeat business.
  • Organised workload effectively through structured diary management, consistently meeting daily and weekly targets.

Banking Consultant

Halifax
London
05.2012 - 03.2014
  • Strengthened client relationships through tailored communication and proactive financial support, improving customer satisfaction and retention.
  • Streamlined internal processes to enhance efficiency, resulting in faster service delivery and higher productivity.
  • Managed complex customer transactions while ensuring strict compliance with legal, regulatory, and security standards.
  • Processed a wide range of customer requests, including account openings, loan applications, and service queries.
  • Delivered credit products and facilitated debt consolidation solutions, supporting customers in achieving financial stability.
  • Executed CHAPS and SWIFT payments, adhering to operational controls and fraud prevention measures.
  • Led fraud detection and prevention efforts by identifying and escalating fraudulent applications, reducing potential losses.
  • Advised customers on mortgages, savings, and investment products, ensuring suitability and compliance with AML requirements.
  • Developed expertise across retail banking services, supporting cross-selling and holistic financial guidance.
  • Consistently met sales and service targets through effective customer engagement and needs-based product recommendations.

Education

GCSEs -

Central Foundation Boys School
London
/2001 - /2006

A-Levels - Art & Design

Islington Sixth Form Consortium
London
/2006 - /2008

Skills

  • Payments & Settlements Systems
  • Regulatory Compliance & Governance
  • Data & Reporting
  • Process & Quality Management
  • Operations Management
  • Team Leadership & People Management
  • Performance Coaching & Development
  • Stakeholder Engagement
  • Global Team Collaboration
  • Project & Change Management
  • Recruitment & Workforce Planning
  • Central Banking Operations
  • Fintech Service Operations
  • Retail Banking Products
  • Customer Experience & Complaints Resolution

Core Competencies

  • Payments & Settlements: RTGS, SWIFT, ISO20022, CHAPS, BACS, DNS, PEXA, VISA, Mastercard.
  • Risk & Compliance: RCSA, FCA, AML, Operational Resilience, Fraud Prevention.
  • Leadership & Management: Team Leadership, Recruitment, Coaching, Performance KPIs. Change & Transformation Leadership. Multi-Region Team Management.
  • Operational Excellence: Process Optimisation, QA Frameworks, Reporting & MI, SLA/KPI Delivery
  • Stakeholder Engagement: Central Banks, Regulators, Senior Executives, BPO Management. C-Suite & Board-Level Reporting. Cross-Border Collaboration (UK, US, South Africa, Philippines)
  • Technology Expertise: AHM, BERTI, Splunk, Microsoft Excel/Access, MI Dashboards. Business Intelligence & Data Analytics (Power BI/Tableau)

Other Information

Languages: English (native), Bengali (Fluent) and Hindi (Beginner)


Notice Period: Two months


References: Available upon request  

Timeline

Payment Operations Team Leader

Bank of England
08.2023 - Current

Complaints & QA Team Leader

Zilch Technology Limtited
07.2022 - 08.2023

QA Specialist & Senior Adjudicator

Financial Ombudsman Service
10.2015 - 07.2022

Lettings Negotiator

Foxtons
03.2014 - 09.2015

Banking Consultant

Halifax
05.2012 - 03.2014

GCSEs -

Central Foundation Boys School
/2001 - /2006

A-Levels - Art & Design

Islington Sixth Form Consortium
/2006 - /2008
Amit Sengupta