Rita Riya D J

About Rita Riya D J

Passionate Process Analyst with 4+years of experience in the Financial Services sector, specializing in Investment Banking and Post-Trade Settlement processes.I am a results-driven professional with a strong track record of optimizing complex workflows, streamlining operations, and driving data-backed decisions. At Broadridge Financial Solutions, I successfully managed the post-trade settlement process in collateral management department, ensuring regulatory compliance and timely trade execution while improving operational efficiency by 30%.I possess a deep understanding of the investment banking landscape and am skilled in identifying process inefficiencies and creating innovative solutions to solve them. My expertise includes process mapping, risk mitigation, and team leadership.Key Strengths:Process Optimization & AutomationInvestment Banking OperationsData-Driven Insights & ReportingRegulatory Compliance (FINRA, SEC, etc.)Cross-Functional CollaborationAgile Methodologies & Lean Six SigmaMy goal is to leverage my expertise to drive continuous improvement and support growth within the Financial Services industry, particularly in the Investment Banking domain. I am passionate about using technology and process improvement techniques to reduce costs, improve accuracy, and increase operational efficiency.

Experience

1. Process Analyst

   Broadridge

   May 2021 — Present · Bengaluru, IN

   Process Analyst | Broadridge Financial SolutionsKey Responsibilities:Managed end-to-end post-trade settlement processes for a portfolio of clients in the financial services industry, ensuring 99% accuracy and timeliness of settlements.Collaborated with cross-functional teams, including trading desks, operations, and compliance, to optimize the settlement process and reduce delays.Conducted process mapping and identified inefficiencies, implementing solutions that resulted in a 15% reduction in settlement processing time and a 20% improvement in data accuracy.Developed automated reporting tools that improved decision-making by providing real-time data on trade statuses and settlement progress.Worked closely with senior stakeholders to ensure that all operational activities were in compliance with industry regulations, including SEC and FINRA standards.Led and trained a team of junior analysts to ensure that best practices were followed and new process improvements were seamlessly implemented.Key Achievements:30% improvement in operational efficiency through process optimization initiatives, reducing manual intervention and minimizing errors.Reduced post-trade settlement delays by 15% by streamlining communication between internal teams and external counterparties.Played a key role in ensuring 100% compliance during internal audits, contributing to the firm’s solid regulatory track record.Received ACE AWARD for outstanding contributions to the improvement of operational workflows.

Education

• Bharata Mata Institute of Management Bmim

  Masters Degree, Finance and Marketing

  2019 — 2021

• St Teresas College

  Bsc, Mathematics

  2015 — 2018