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Dipti Padale

Dipti Padale

Agile Practitioner | Business Excellence | AI | OPEX | Analytics | Business Intelligence | Product Management | Project Management with 16 years experience
Dubai

Summary

With 16+ years of experience in the Banking, Fintech, Telecom, and Logistics industries, as a seasoned agile transformation leader and AI practitioner I have successfully delivered strategic AI, agile, and IT transformation initiatives, driving operational excellence. My core expertise lies in leading high-impact AI projects, integrating cutting-edge technologies such as generative AI (GenAI), machine learning (ML), natural language processing (NLP), and advanced analytics solutions. I also excel at defining and executing IT transformation roadmaps aligned with business goals thus fostering innovation and driving positive outcomes through cross-functional leadership and a collaborative approach.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
5
5
Certifications
3
3
Languages

Work History

Agile Coach & Digital Transformation Manager

EMIRATES NBD
Dubai
08.2022 - Current
  • Delivered $1M annual savings by transitioning AML compliance monitoring to in-house vendor solutions and reducing manual processes by 48% through Compliance360, an AI-driven fraud and AML management platform
  • Integrated Generative AI and NLP capabilities into compliance solutions, streamlining decision-making and automating alert discounting, achieving faster fraud detection and regulatory adherence
  • Championed Agile practices across 60% of projects, achieving an 85% success rate within 9 months, optimizing resource utilization and delivery timelines
  • Designed and implemented product roadmaps for compliance transformation, aligning operations with strategic objectives and ensuring scalable, future-proof solutions
  • Led the deployment of the AML Connect solution, integrating real-time monitoring systems with CBUAE to track suspicious activity reports (SARs), suspicious transaction reports (STRs), and cash transaction reports (CTRs) across transactions

Senior Project Manager - Quality and Transformation

MORNING STAR
Mumbai
03.2021 - 08.2022
  • Achieved a 30% reduction in hiring cycle times by deploying AI-driven recruitment solutions and automating resume screening through NLP
  • Implemented Chatbot solutions to resolve employee queries, resulting in a 60% reduction in response time and improving employee engagement by 20%
  • Directed Agile transformation across HR teams, enhancing workforce productivity and streamlining operational processes
  • Leveraged machine learning models to predict employee skill gaps and recommend personalized learning paths, resulting in higher engagement and productivity
  • Introduced analytics-driven insights to identify high-potential talent and optimize resource allocation, leading to significant cost savings in talent acquisition and retention
  • Integrated Workday AI and ML capabilities to enhance employee experience by automating and streamlining HR operations
  • The automation reduced manual intervention by 40%, significantly improving accuracy and efficiency
  • Implemented NLP-based employee engagement tools to analyze feedback and provide actionable insights, fostering improved workplace satisfaction and retention
  • Achieved 48% cost saving in AML operations outsourcing to Accenture India by leveraging the Compliance360 application, streamlining processes, and optimizing resource utilization
  • Spearheaded the transformation of compliance banking projects by implementing an Agile framework across 60% of initiatives within 9 months, achieving an 85% success rate
  • Acted as the primary liaison between Emirates NBD AI leadership and internal Accenture teams, ensuring clear communication, alignment of goals, and stakeholder satisfaction
  • Incorporated machine learning models to detect anomalies in transaction patterns, reducing fraud detection timelines by 30%
  • Developed NLP-based insights dashboards to enhance transparency and decision-making in compliance processes like analyzing vendor contracts and external news articles to assess third-party compliance risks
  • Maintained schedules to meet key milestones at every project phase.

Program Manager - Digital Product Delivery

VODAFONE IDEA LTD.
Mumbai
05.2019 - 03.2021
  • Led the design, development, and successful completion of customer-centric projects utilizing innovative technologies such as Chatbots, RPA, and AI, while ensuring alignment with business strategy through collaboration with C-suite leaders and other stakeholders
  • Successfully launched REDX, a flagship digital product for premium customer segments, delivering operational and market differentiation that boosted customer acquisition by 15%
  • Drove Agile transformation across product development, reducing delivery cycles by 25% and aligning cross-functional teams to achieve strategic goals
  • Piloted GenAI-driven conversational enhancements, integrating VIC Chatbot with Google's Business Messages, enabling real-time 24×7 customer support with dynamic, context-aware responses
  • Utilized AI and machine learning algorithms to improve chatbot accuracy and relevance, reducing customer query resolution time by 30% and increasing customer engagement by 25%

Senior Manager - Data Analytics & Business Intelligence

MAERSK PROCUREMENT
Mumbai
04.2016 - 05.2017
  • Managed multiple process transformation projects for the Center of Excellence using Agile tools and practices
  • Managed a team of 18 members and provided hands-on coaching to Agile teams, Scrum Masters, Product Owners and leadership on Agile principles, methodologies, and best practices
  • Modernized analytics processes by transitioning from traditional Excel-based workflows to advanced BI platforms like QlikView and PowerBI, reducing reporting timelines by 40%
  • Developed predictive models to optimize procurement decisions, leading to a 15% reduction in supply chain costs
  • Streamlined reporting frameworks, empowering leadership with actionable insights and enhancing data accuracy and reliability
  • Led a team of 7 members in implementing Smartheet for project tracking, resulting in a 32% improvement in project delivery timelines
  • Increased client retention rates by 15% by utilizing NLP-based sentiment analysis tools to interpret client concerns and proactively address pain points, ensuring a personalized and responsive customer experience
  • Developed AI-enhanced client scorecards and heat maps, providing leadership with a real-time, visualized portfolio analysis, enabling quicker and more informed decision-making
  • Introduced a SPOC-VOC client engagement model powered by GenAI-driven virtual assistants, ensuring 24/7 support and enabling consistent, high-quality client interactions

Associate Vice President, Data and Analytics - Private Banking

CREDIT SUISSE INDIA PVT. LTD.
Mumbai And Singapore
05.2010 - 04.2016
  • Delivered $6.5M in cost savings over two years by implementing AI and RPA solutions to automate compliance processes and optimize resource allocation
  • Built and managed analytics dashboards using GenAI and ML, enabling real-time insights into client portfolios and supporting strategic decision-making
  • Successfully in-sourced vendor functions, achieving operational efficiencies equivalent to saving 18 FTEs annually
  • Represented Mumbai in the Equities Management Committee, driving talent strategy, pipeline management, and global business alignment
  • Leveraged RPA workflows to streamline trade execution processes, reconcile client portfolios, and generate real-time risk assessments
  • Deployed GenAI models to analyze client behavior, preferences, and investment patterns, creating personalized portfolio strategies and improving client engagement

Process Improvement Lead & Presentation Designer

JPMORGAN INDIA SERVICES PVT. LTD.
Chennai, Mumbai And London
05.2005 - 04.2010
  • Transitioned from an individual contributor to a leadership role within 1.5 years by identifying and implementing process improvement initiatives, resulting in significant cost and resource efficiencies
  • Conducted training sessions for global teams on corporate branding, standardizing presentation practices, and improving team capabilities
  • Had the opportunity to collaborate with JPMorgan's London office (6 months), leading the training and coaching of cross-functional teams during their transition to align with JPMorgan's global standards and guidelines
  • Conducted workshops and one-on-one sessions to ensure seamless adoption of best practices, improve process consistency, and enhance team capabilities in delivering high-quality outputs
  • Conducted A/B testing for various design elements, leading to improved conversion rates on key landing pages.

Education

Post-Graduate Diploma in Finance - Accounting And Finance

NMIMS
India
01.2015 - 03.2019

Bachelors of Commerce - Economics And Accounting

University of Mumbai
Indian
01.2000 - 03.2003

Skills

Operational excellence

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Certification

SAFe 6.0 Agile Practitioner

Personal Information

  • Gender: Female
  • Nationality: Indian

Awards

  • GEMS Recognition, Emirates NBD, Awarded for driving enterprise-scale operational excellence and Agile maturity, resulting in an 85% success rate for Compliance initiatives within 9 months.
  • Speaker @ROBOTICON, Morningstar, Recognized as one of the distinguished speakers at the ROBOTICON event, showcasing leadership in Lean Six Sigma and robotics automation strategies.
  • Customer Excellence Award, Vodafone Idea, Acknowledged for successfully managing the launch of the REDX premium product, achieving a 15% increase in customer acquisition and market differentiation.
  • Long Service Award, JPMorgan, Honored for exemplary contributions and sustained commitment over 5 years.
  • Long Service Award, Credit Suisse, Recognized for 6 years of dedicated service, driving data analytics innovations and cost-saving initiatives.

Relocation

True

Accomplishments

    AI & Digital Transformation
  • Spearheaded AI-driven digital transformation initiatives for enterprise clients, integrating predictive analytics and automation to streamline operations and enhance customer experience—resulting in a 35% reduction in processing time.
  • Partnered with data science teams to deliver MVPs leveraging NLP and ML capabilities within 12-week Agile sprints; led product backlog prioritization aligned with strategic business goals.
  • Drove adoption of AI-enabled solutions such as intelligent chatbots and workflow automation, improving customer service response times by 50%.
  • Lean & Agile Product Delivery
  • Championed Lean delivery frameworks to accelerate go-to-market for AI-infused products, reducing waste and improving value streams across cross-functional teams.
  • Facilitated Agile transformation workshops for C-suite and delivery teams to embed a product-centric, iterative mindset—enabling faster innovation cycles.
  • Led cross-functional Agile teams across geographies to deliver complex digital products on cloud-native platforms (Azure/AWS/GCP), leveraging continuous integration and test automation.
  • Strategy & Organizational Change

  • Developed digital transformation roadmaps with measurable KPIs, aligning emerging technologies like GenAI and analytics with strategic enterprise goals.
  • Acted as a strategic advisor to senior leadership on integrating AI and automation into business models—driving a shift to data-informed decision-making.
  • Enabled culture shift through training programs focused on design thinking, agile innovation, and digital capability building—achieving 90% adoption of new tools and practices.

Timeline

Agile Coach & Digital Transformation Manager

EMIRATES NBD
08.2022 - Current

Senior Project Manager - Quality and Transformation

MORNING STAR
03.2021 - 08.2022

Program Manager - Digital Product Delivery

VODAFONE IDEA LTD.
05.2019 - 03.2021

Senior Manager - Data Analytics & Business Intelligence

MAERSK PROCUREMENT
04.2016 - 05.2017

Post-Graduate Diploma in Finance - Accounting And Finance

NMIMS
01.2015 - 03.2019

Associate Vice President, Data and Analytics - Private Banking

CREDIT SUISSE INDIA PVT. LTD.
05.2010 - 04.2016

Process Improvement Lead & Presentation Designer

JPMORGAN INDIA SERVICES PVT. LTD.
05.2005 - 04.2010

Bachelors of Commerce - Economics And Accounting

University of Mumbai
01.2000 - 03.2003
Dipti PadaleAgile Practitioner | Business Excellence | AI | OPEX | Analytics | Business Intelligence | Product Management | Project Management with 16 years experience