Navdeep Sood

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ABOUT NAVDEEP SOOD

I am seeking purpose-driven leadership roles where I can make a positive impact on people’s lives through problem-solving, analytical thinking, and building high-performing teams. With a strong belief in camaraderie and continuous improvement, I am passionate about optimizing processes, driving efficiency, and creating sustainable value for organizations and stakeholders.Over the past 13+ years, I have led diverse teams and delivered results across the military, banking technology operations, and financial services sectors. As an officer in the Indian Air Force, I managed cross-functional teams of 100+ personnel, spearheaded a $20M digital transformation programme, and delivered mission-critical infrastructure projects under high-pressure conditions. Transitioning to Goldman Sachs, I led a global tech operations team, implemented automation that reduced manual processes by 30%, and introduced governance frameworks in asset wealth management that improved accuracy and reduced reconciliation risks by 18%.Alongside my professional career, I have engaged in consulting projects during my MBA at Alliance Manchester Business School — from building a Social Return on Investment model for an NGO supporting children with special needs, to developing a go-to-market strategy for a tech startup in AI-driven security solutions. These experiences strengthened my consulting mindset, stakeholder engagement skills, and ability to create data-driven strategies that align business outcomes with social impact.My next chapter is to pursue leadership roles in technology firms, consulting, or banking operations, where I can leverage my experience in strategy, process improvement, and stakeholder management to deliver meaningful change. I thrive in environments that challenge me to integrate technical and strategic perspectives, while inspiring teams to achieve excellence.