Akshay Upadhyay
About Akshay Upadhyay
Akshay Upadhyay is an Associate Director at Apollo Global Management Inc. in London, England, with a background in finance and consulting, including significant experience at Deloitte UK.
Work at Apollo Global Management
Akshay Upadhyay has been serving as an Associate Director at Apollo Global Management Inc. since 2021. His role involves overseeing various financial strategies and operations within the organization. He has been instrumental in implementing finance target operating models and shared services strategies across multiple sectors, including private, financial services, and public sectors.
Career at Deloitte UK
Akshay Upadhyay worked at Deloitte UK for several years in various capacities. He began as an Analyst from 2015 to 2017, followed by roles as Consultant from 2017 to 2019, and Senior Consultant from 2019 to 2021. During his tenure, he contributed to large-scale transformation programs and was involved in setting up new Finance Centres of Excellence. Additionally, he served as Client Account Manager for Private Equity for eight months in 2021.
Education and Qualifications
Akshay Upadhyay completed his Bachelor of Physiological Sciences (BSc) at Newcastle University from 2012 to 2015, studying subjects such as Biomedical Sciences, Anatomy & Physiology, and Genetics. Prior to this, he attended Merchant Taylors School, where he achieved 6 A*s and 2 A's at GCSE level, and A Levels in Biology (A*), Chemistry (A), and Geography (A*).
International Experience
Akshay gained international business exposure through an internship in Nairobi, where he worked alongside the Managing Director of a shopping mall. This experience contributed to his understanding of global business operations and enhanced his adaptability in diverse environments.
Leadership and Community Engagement
At Deloitte, Akshay Upadhyay led social initiatives as the Events Lead for his Operational Unit. He focused on organizing inclusive events that fostered a sense of community among colleagues, demonstrating his commitment to workplace culture and engagement.