Jimmy Gopalakrishnan
About Jimmy Gopalakrishnan
Jimmy Gopalakrishnan serves as the Global Head of Insurance & Risk Management at Airtel, where he oversees insurance strategies for the company and its affiliates. He has extensive experience in underwriting, financial risk management, and has held various roles in the insurance sector since 2004.
Work at airtel
Jimmy Gopalakrishnan has been serving as the Global Head of Insurance & Risk Management at Airtel since 2016. In this role, he is responsible for developing and implementing the insurance and risk management strategy for Bharti Airtel and its subsidiaries and affiliates on a global scale. His extensive experience in the telecommunications sector has equipped him with the necessary skills to manage complex risk scenarios effectively.
Previous Experience in Insurance
Before joining Airtel, Jimmy Gopalakrishnan held several key positions in the insurance sector. He worked at ICICI Lombard as a CSM - Property Claims from 2008 to 2010 in New Delhi, where he gained valuable experience in claims management. He then served as the Deputy Manager of Claims at Future Generali India Insurance Company Limited for nine months in 2010-2011. Following this, he worked as an Insurance Portfolio Manager at Bharti Infratel Limited from 2011 to 2016, focusing on insurance management within the telecommunications infrastructure.
Education and Expertise
Jimmy Gopalakrishnan studied at KCAET in Tavanur, Kerala, and completed his earlier education at Chinmaya Vidyalaya. He possesses strong skills in underwriting and financial risk management, complemented by expertise in Management Information Systems (MIS) within the telecommunications industry. His educational background and professional experience have contributed to his proficiency in managing insurance and risk management strategies.
Background in Business Development
Jimmy Gopalakrishnan began his career at NIIT SmartServe as a Global Business Development Executive from 2004 to 2005. This role provided him with foundational skills in business development, which he later applied to his positions in the insurance sector. His diverse background has allowed him to approach insurance and risk management from a comprehensive business perspective.
Demonstrated History in Telecommunications
Jimmy Gopalakrishnan has a demonstrated history of working in the telecommunications industry, specifically in insurance. His roles across various companies have equipped him with a deep understanding of the unique risks and insurance needs within this sector. His experience spans several years, allowing him to develop a robust skill set tailored to the challenges faced by telecommunications companies.