Purav Shah
About Purav Shah
Purav Shah serves as the Senior Director of Marketing at Transamerica, a position he has held since 2022. He has extensive experience in finance and marketing, having worked at various prestigious institutions including TD, J.P. Morgan Chase, and HSBC.
Current Role at Transamerica
Purav Shah serves as the Senior Director of Marketing at Transamerica, a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing marketing strategies and initiatives aimed at enhancing the company's brand presence and market reach. His leadership in marketing is informed by his extensive experience in the financial services sector.
Previous Experience in Financial Services
Prior to his current role, Purav Shah held various positions in the financial services industry. He worked as the Marketing Director at Transamerica from 2020 to 2021. His experience also includes roles at TD Securities as a Business Support and Trade Settlement Analyst from 2018 to 2020, and at J.P. Morgan Chase as an Operations Analyst from 2012 to 2016. His background includes significant experience in fund accounting, trade support, and derivatives confirmations.
Educational Background
Purav Shah holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from the University of Mumbai, where he studied from 2004 to 2007. He also earned a Bachelor of Commerce (BCom) in Accounting and Finance from the same university, completing his studies from 1995 to 2000. Additionally, he obtained an Advanced Diploma in Software from Aptech Computers, specializing in Computer Programming.
Skills and Expertise
Purav Shah possesses a range of skills relevant to his roles in marketing and finance. He demonstrates exceptional time management, communication, and attention to detail. His technical skills include advanced proficiency in VBA, SQL, and Java, which he acquired through his Advanced Diploma in Software. He has a strong background in supporting global institutional trading desks, particularly in Fixed Income trade support, settlements, confirmations, and corporate actions.
Career Progression
Purav Shah's career began at Unilever as a System Implementer and Helpdesk in Market Research from 2000 to 2004. He then transitioned to Citigroup as a Processing Officer in US Mortgage Banking from 2004 to 2006. His subsequent roles included Senior Analyst positions at Nomura and HSBC Global Banking and Markets, before moving to J.P. Morgan Chase and TD Asset Management. This diverse experience has contributed to his comprehensive understanding of financial markets and marketing strategies.