Elena Berkut
About Elena Berkut
Elena Berkut is a Project Manager with extensive experience in investment banking and project management. She has worked for notable companies such as Vtb, Société Générale, and Luxoft, and possesses a strong background in software development and data analysis.
Current Role at VTB
Elena Berkut has been serving as a Project Manager at VTB since 2019. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing various projects within the organization, focusing on ensuring that project objectives are met efficiently. Her experience in project management allows her to adapt to changing environments and manage tight schedules effectively.
Previous Experience in Banking and Finance
Elena Berkut has a diverse background in the banking and finance sector. She worked at The Central Bank of the Russian Federation as an Account Manager for five months in 2016. Prior to that, she held positions at Société Générale, where she worked as a Senior Business Analyst and Application Expert from 2008 to 2013. Her roles involved analyzing business needs and bridging the gap between business users and IT professionals.
Experience at Luxoft
Elena Berkut worked at Luxoft in various capacities from 2013 to 2016. She began as a Lead Analyst in Zug, Switzerland, for two years, before advancing to the role of Senior Group Manager for one year. Her tenure at Luxoft provided her with substantial experience in investment banking products and data analysis, as well as project management within the middle and back office operations.
Educational Background
Elena Berkut has a strong educational foundation in business and technology. She earned a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science from Trinity Business School, studying from 2002 to 2006. She then pursued a Master's degree in Software Engineering at Dublin City University, completing her studies from 2007 to 2008. Additionally, she studied Commerce and Business Studies at University College Dublin from 2006 to 2007.
Skills and Expertise
Elena Berkut possesses expertise in the entire software development life cycle, which includes analysis, design, development, and testing of software applications. She has a deep understanding of investment banking products and is experienced in cost and benefits modeling. Her strong leadership and motivational skills enable her to effectively manage teams and projects.