Aarti Bhandwale
About Aarti Bhandwale
Aarti Bhandwale serves as the Chief of Staff to the Managing Directors at Thoughtworks, where she has worked since 2018. With a background in finance and extensive experience in supporting executive decision-making, she has held various roles in organizations across multiple countries.
Work at ThoughtWorks
Aarti Bhandwale has been with ThoughtWorks since 2015, initially serving as a Revenue Management Specialist for nine years in Chicago, Illinois. In 2018, she transitioned to the role of Chief of Staff to the Managing Directors, where she has worked for six years. In her current position, she supports regional CXOs and line managers in business decision-making processes, demonstrating effective communication skills across the organization.
Previous Employment Experience
Before joining ThoughtWorks, Aarti Bhandwale held several positions in the finance sector. She worked as a Financial Analyst at EY for six months in London from 2006 to 2007. Following this, she served as an Assistant Manager in Finance at Bajaj Allianz General Insurance Co. Ltd. in India from 2007 to 2011. She also worked at Allianz in Munich as a Financial Planning and Control specialist for one year from 2012 to 2013. Additionally, she completed a summer internship at Britannia Industries Limited in 2005.
Education and Expertise
Aarti Bhandwale earned her Bachelor of Commerce degree from Jyothi Nivas College, Bangalore University, from 2000 to 2003. She also attended National Public School. Her educational background supports her extensive expertise in financial control, accounting, and budgeting/cost allocation functions. Aarti demonstrates a strong ability to manage complex assignments with a detail-oriented approach.
Skills and Competencies
Aarti Bhandwale possesses a proven track record of multitasking in dynamic environments, effectively managing rapidly changing priorities. She demonstrates strong communication skills that facilitate collaboration across both vertical and horizontal lines within organizations. Her experience in supporting senior management enhances her capability to contribute to business decision-making processes.