Alkesh Virji
About Alkesh Virji
Alkesh Virji is a Project Manager with extensive experience in technology and infrastructure, currently working at UBS since 2019. He previously held various project management roles at the Royal Bank of Scotland, where he successfully implemented significant projects, including a data migration workflow that supported the creation of thousands of new accounts.
Work at UBS
Alkesh Virji has been employed at UBS as a Project Manager since 2019. In this role, he has contributed to various projects, including the successful embedding of a data migration workflow that facilitated the creation of 4000 new accounts. This initiative was part of a regulatory ring-fencing programme, demonstrating his capability in managing complex projects within the financial sector.
Previous Experience at Royal Bank of Scotland
Prior to his current position, Alkesh Virji held multiple roles at the Royal Bank of Scotland (RBS). He served as Project Manager for the Anti-Money Laundering (AML) initiative from 2013 to 2015 and was involved in the Government Banking Services Programme as a Senior Project Manager from 2015 to 2016. He also worked on the ICB Regulatory Migration as a Migration/Change Project Manager from 2017 to 2018. His work at RBS included implementing a bespoke Anti-Money Laundering application, which resulted in a 20% increase in customer satisfaction.
Technical Project Management Experience
Alkesh Virji has extensive experience in technical project management. He worked at Interoute as a Technical Project Manager from 1999 to 2002. His role involved overseeing various technical projects, contributing to his expertise in managing technology and infrastructure initiatives. Additionally, he served as a Senior Project Manager at the Home Office from 2006 to 2010, further enhancing his project management skills.
Education and Expertise
Alkesh Virji studied at Brunel University, where he earned a BSc in Computing in Business (Hons) from 1995 to 1998. He also attended Newham College of Further Education, achieving a BTEC National Diploma in Business & Finance from 1993 to 1995. His educational background provides a solid foundation for his career in project management, particularly in technology and finance sectors.
Mentorship and Team Development
In his professional roles, Alkesh Virji has taken an active role in mentoring junior project members. He has helped them exceed their development objectives, contributing to team growth and enhancing project delivery capabilities. His commitment to mentorship reflects his dedication to fostering talent within the project management field.