Gaurav Mhasalkar
About Gaurav Mhasalkar
Gaurav Mhasalkar is a Business Analyst with extensive experience in financial services and technology. He has worked for notable companies such as Scotiabank and Backbase, and possesses strong skills in data management, Agile methodologies, and user experience design.
Work at Backbase
Gaurav Mhasalkar has been employed at Backbase as a Business Analyst since 2021. His role involves analyzing business needs and requirements to improve product offerings. He utilizes his expertise in Agile methodologies, particularly in creating user stories and acceptance criteria. Mhasalkar also manages product backlogs and oversees release management, ensuring that projects align with business objectives. His experience in process workflows and data mapping contributes to optimizing business processes within the organization.
Previous Experience at Scotiabank
Prior to his current position, Mhasalkar worked at Scotiabank as a Senior Business Analyst and Product Owner for Treasury Management Systems from 2018 to 2021. During his tenure in the Toronto, Canada Area, he focused on data-driven decision-making and supported the development of treasury management solutions. His role required a strong understanding of relational databases and collaboration with cross-functional teams to enhance system functionalities.
Education and Expertise
Gaurav Mhasalkar has a diverse educational background. He studied Business Administration and Management at the University of Toronto, where he earned a Certificate in Business Analysis. He also completed the Canadian Securities Course at the Canadian Securities Institute, focusing on Finance and Financial Management Services. Additionally, he holds an Ontario Graduate Certificate in Information Technology from Humber College and a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science from the University of Mumbai. His expertise spans Wealth Management, Anti Money Laundering (AML), and Enterprise Data Management (EDM).
Career at NexJ Systems
Mhasalkar served as a Business Analyst at NexJ Systems from 2014 to 2018 in the Toronto, Canada Area. In this role, he contributed to various projects that required a deep understanding of business analysis and technology integration. His responsibilities included gathering requirements, conducting user interviews, and collaborating with stakeholders to ensure successful project outcomes.
Experience at GoldenSource
Gaurav Mhasalkar began his career as a Business Technology Engineer at GoldenSource in Mumbai, India, where he worked for one year from 2011 to 2012. This role provided him with foundational experience in technology and business processes, setting the stage for his future roles in business analysis and product ownership.