Nilesh Palhade
About Nilesh Palhade
Nilesh Palhade serves as an Associate Director at UBS in Pune, India, where he has worked since 2022. He has a diverse background in finance and operations, with previous roles at notable companies such as Deutsche Bank, Cognizant, and Credit Suisse.
Work at UBS
Nilesh Palhade has been serving as an Associate Director at UBS since 2022. His role is based in Pune, Maharashtra, India, where he has contributed to various operational initiatives for two years. His experience at UBS builds on a solid foundation of previous roles in the finance and operational sectors.
Previous Experience in Finance
Before joining UBS, Nilesh Palhade held several positions in the finance industry. He worked at Credit Suisse as ENO 3 from 2017 to 2022, and prior to that, he was a Corporate Finance Analyst at Deutsche Bank from 2013 to 2016. His career began at Wipro BPO as an Analyst from 2012 to 2013, followed by a role as a Process Supervisor at Deutsche Bank in 2016. He also served as a Subject Matter Expert at Cognizant from 2016 to 2017 and as a Finance Analyst at eClerx Service Ltd. from 2010 to 2012.
Education and Expertise
Nilesh Palhade earned a Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com) degree from Saraswati Bhuwan College of Arts and Commerce, where he studied from 2003 to 2006. He furthered his education by obtaining a Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Finance from MGM Institute of Management, Aurangabad University, from 2006 to 2008. His academic background complements his extensive experience in finance and operational processes.
Process Improvement Initiatives
Throughout his career, Nilesh Palhade has successfully led various process improvement initiatives. Notably, he migrated processes from Singapore and The Hague to Pune, which enhanced operational efficiency. He also completed strategic process improvements to incorporate new business regulations, demonstrating his ability to adapt to regulatory changes. Additionally, he identified and addressed key risk areas in processes, improving compliance and reducing operational risks.
Data Visualization and Resource Optimization
Nilesh Palhade has showcased his expertise in data visualization by creating a Management Dashboard in Power BI. He conducted volume analysis for Full-Time Equivalent (FTE) forecasting, which optimized resource allocation and achieved significant cost savings. His work in these areas reflects his strong analytical skills and commitment to operational excellence.