Priyanka Vijaykumar

About Priyanka Vijaykumar

I am a seasoned finance professional with over 14 years of experience in investment research, alternative data, equity strategies, and people leadership. At D. E. Shaw & Co, I serve as a Senior Manager, leading a high-performing team of 40 professionals across Alternative Data Investing within the Fundamental Equities Group, Convertible Arbitrage, and Activist Strategies.My career has been defined by a deep passion for financial markets and a proven ability to lead complex, data-driven projects in dynamic environments. I bring sector expertise in consumer, automobile, and industrials, backed by a strong foundation in financial analysis, data analysis, forecasting, and capital markets. My leadership approach emphasizes strategic thinking, people development, operational excellence through a broad focus on Lateral & Campus Hiring, Performance Reviews and extensive Cross-functional Collaboration.Beyond my core role, I am proud to be an active member of the firm\'s DEI, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Council, contributing to the advancement of inclusive initiatives through affinity groups and firmwide programs.As an economics enthusiast and stock market follower, I thrive in intellectually stimulating environments where I can continue to learn, grow, and drive value through data-driven decision-making.

Experience

1. Senior Manager

   The D. E. Shaw Group

   Dec 2023 — Present · Hyderabad, IN

Education

• Institute of public enterprise

  PGDM, Finance and Human Resources

  2012 — 2014

Skills

• Banking
• Team Management
• Credit Rating Analysis
• Market Research
• Customer Service
• Microsoft Excel
• Powerpoint
• Valuation
• Credit Analysis
• Auditing
• Economics
• Ms Excel
• Communication Skills
• Financial Analysis
• Human Resources
• Microsoft Word
• Microsoft Office
• Accounting
• Financial Modeling
• Sap Fico Basic
• Analysis