Paresh Pithiya
About Paresh Pithiya
Paresh Pithiya serves as the Executive Director at UBS, where he has worked since 2008. He has a background in technology and project management, with previous roles at Accenture and CMC Markets, and has led significant transformations in digital and information security.
Work at UBS
Paresh Pithiya has held the position of Executive Director at UBS since 2008. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing a portfolio of digital and technology change programs within Cyber & Information Security. He has led significant transformations within UBS, including the Project Management Organization, which he managed with a portfolio value of £150 million and over 100 project managers. His leadership has been instrumental in achieving a 300% increase in migration rates and a 70% decrease in failure rates, all while coming in £2 million under budget.
Previous Experience at Accenture
Prior to his tenure at UBS, Paresh Pithiya worked at Accenture from 2005 to 2008. During this time, he held multiple roles, including Deployment Manager and Application Lead for various clients such as Virgin Media, AstraZeneca, and ING Bank. His responsibilities included managing deployment strategies and application transformations. He also served as a consultant for software development methodologies and mobile device strategies, contributing to several high-profile projects.
Background in Technology and IT Support
Paresh Pithiya began his career in technology as an IT Support Analyst at Philips from 2000 to 2001. He then transitioned to CMC Markets, where he worked as a Senior Application Specialist from 2003 to 2005. His early experiences laid the groundwork for his subsequent roles at Accenture, where he developed expertise in application management and deployment.
Education and Expertise
Paresh Pithiya studied Computer Science at Brunel University London, where he earned a Bachelor of Science (BSc) degree from 1998 to 2002. His educational background in computer science has equipped him with the technical skills necessary for his roles in technology transformation and project management within the financial services sector.
Achievements in Digital Transformation
Throughout his career, Paresh Pithiya has spearheaded numerous initiatives that have led to significant cost savings and operational improvements. Notably, he implemented a digital user authentication strategy using mobile biometric technology for 100,000 users, resulting in annual savings of £4 million. He also outsourced application packaging and testing at UBS, achieving approximately £9 million in annual savings. His leadership in global Agile Change transformations has increased operational efficiency and productivity by 35%.