Harsha Vardhan Reddy Obulapuram Venkata

Operational Specialist

• Spearheaded operational risk management by implementing robust controls, policies, and procedures across business units, ensuring regular risk assessments to minimize organizational exposure.
• Coordinated with Data Protection Correspondents (DPC) and Data Protection Officers (DPO) to enforce local data protection policies, conducting risk assessments and maintaining comprehensive reporting to ensure GDPR compliance.
• Managed fraud prevention, investigation, and reporting processes for Leasing Solutions UK, identifying and mitigating fraudulent activities to safeguard financial operations.
• Oversaw outsourcing coordination, ensuring full implementation of procedures and collaborating with business owners to maintain compliance and operational efficiency.
• Conducted thorough risk assessments, including Data Protection Risk Assessments and Privacy Impact Assessments, monitoring action plans to address identified vulnerabilities.
• Defined and updated control points, evaluated control performance, and executed action plans to strengthen operational frameworks and mitigate risks.
• Managed operational incidents and data breaches, documenting incidents and liaising with DPC/DPO to evaluate impacts and implement remediation strategies.
• Proactively identified potential operational incidents, analyzing impacts to prevent disruptions and enhance business resilience.
• Ensured adherence to group and corporate policies by aligning departmental procedures with organizational standards and regulatory requirements.
• Produced detailed reports, including data protection analyses and operational risk indicator alerts, to support informed decision-making and regulatory compliance.
• Delivered training and awareness programs on operational risk topics, enhancing departmental understanding and adherence to risk management practices.
• Presented operational risk overviews to relevant committees, providing actionable insights to drive strategic risk mitigation initiatives.

• Executed thorough Customer Due Diligence (CDD) and Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD) processes to ensure full compliance with KYC, AML, and CTF regulatory requirements, minimizing financial and reputational risks.
• Reviewed customer profiles, transaction records, and identification documents to identify potential risks or suspicious activities, escalating findings to senior management for further action.
• Maintained and updated comprehensive KYC documentation, including client files, risk assessments, and audit trails, ensuring accuracy and regulatory adherence.
• Collaborated with compliance, legal, and risk management teams to resolve KYC-related issues, implement corrective measures, and strengthen compliance frameworks.
• Stayed informed on regulatory changes and industry best practices, adopting updated standards to ensure ongoing compliance with evolving KYC and AML regulations.

• Collaborated with global teams, including IT Development, Service Desks, System Integrators, Incident Managers, and Problem Managers, to streamline market data operations and ensure seamless project delivery.
• Supported the development and implementation of collateral management procedures, enhancing operational efficiency and compliance with organizational standards.
• Engaged with product vendors, exchanges, data providers, and service providers to coordinate product upgrades, ensuring alignment with business requirements and system enhancements.
• Evaluated and refined risk management procedures, driving continuous improvement to strengthen operational resilience and mitigate financial risks.
• Produced comprehensive management statistics, including Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and Key Control Indicators (KCIs), to support data-driven decision-making and reporting.
• Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office tools, including Word and Excel, to analyze and present complex market data effectively.
• Adapted to dynamic, ad-hoc data requirements within tight timeframes, delivering accurate and actionable insights to meet business needs.
• Applied strong knowledge of financial markets to inform data analysis and support strategic initiatives.
• Utilized robust project and time management skills to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and drive successful project outcomes.