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Nigel Rodrigo

Nigel Rodrigo

Dubai,United Arab Emirates

Summary

Resourceful and results-driven professional with a strong background in financial services, operations, and compliance. Passionate about entrepreneurial ventures and bringing a creative, solutions-focused mindset to every role. Skilled in relationship building, strategic decision-making, and people management, with a proven ability to lead teams, resolve complex issues, and drive high performance. Experienced in hiring, retaining, and developing talent, and known for fostering collaborative environments that support innovation and continuous improvement.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work history

Director

Mindful Staffing Solutions
01.2024 - Current

- Developed strategic operations for a dynamic staffing agency, aligning talent acquisition with client needs across diverse industries.

- Oversee business development, client relations, and workforce placement strategies.

- Implement a diverse range of recruiting practices to streamline placement processes and improve candidate-client matching.

- Develop partnerships with key stakeholders to expand service offerings and enter new markets, supporting long-term organizational growth.

Director

Assist Disability Services
03.2021 - 01.2024

-Manage day-to-day operations of a disability services provider, overseeing finances, scheduling, and staffing to ensure optimal service delivery.

-Utilize ShiftCare, an integrated scheduling CRM, alongside Xero for efficient payroll processing and invoicing, optimizing administrative workflows.

-Cultivate and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including participants, support coordinators, correctional services, hospitals, NDIS planners, allied health professionals (OT and Psychology), and family members, ensuring clear communication and service alignment.

-Lead and mentor a team of professionals, ensuring sufficient staffing levels to meet business growth, while developing training programs and career progression plans to support employee retention and growth.

-Regularly review and update compliance and regulatory processes in line with evolving industry standards and government regulations, ensuring full adherence to the NDIS framework.

Remediation Analyst

Colonial First State Investments
12.2019 - 02.2021

- Played a key role within the Remediation Operations team, supporting the uplift of financial crime compliance capabilities as part of a group-wide transformation initiative.

- Conducted accurate and timely processing of remediation activities, consistently ensuring quality, compliance, and turnaround time targets were met.

- Engaged directly with customers through inbound and outbound contact to collect and verify identification details, ensuring adherence to all obligations.

- Collaborated across multiple teams to identify and resolve blockers, drive process improvement, and support continuous uplift of customer risk assessment frameworks and data quality.

- Actively participated in a high-performing, collaborative team environment, promoting knowledge sharing and contributing to the program’s success in strengthening regulatory engagement and operational compliance.

Senior Financial Services Administrator

Colonial First State Investments
03.2019 - 12.2019

- Operated financial switches across a diverse range of asset classes including property, international and domestic equities, term deposits, and cash options, ensuring accuracy and timeliness in all transactions.

- Consistently exceeded key performance indicators (KPIs) through strong attention to detail and efficient execution of complex client requests.

- Interpreted and actioned client instructions with precision, maintaining a high standard of compliance and operational excellence.

- Demonstrated deep understanding of financial products and transaction flows to ensure smooth switch processing and optimal outcomes for clients.

- Maintained accurate records and ensured data integrity across systems, contributing to the overall reliability and effectiveness of financial operations.

- Collaborated with internal teams to resolve exceptions and support seamless end-to-end processing.

Education

Bachelor of Psychological Studies - Psychology

University of Western Sydney

Higher School Certificate -

St Marys Cathedral College

Skills

  • Strong analytical, interpersonal and critical thinking skills
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Full proficiency in all Microsoft Office programs
  • Knowledge of CRM systems

Timeline

Director

Mindful Staffing Solutions
01.2024 - Current

Director

Assist Disability Services
03.2021 - 01.2024

Remediation Analyst

Colonial First State Investments
12.2019 - 02.2021

Senior Financial Services Administrator

Colonial First State Investments
03.2019 - 12.2019

Bachelor of Psychological Studies - Psychology

University of Western Sydney

Higher School Certificate -

St Marys Cathedral College
Nigel Rodrigo