Shivam Thakur

About Shivam Thakur

I am an Operations Analyst at NatWest Group with a deep-seated passion for the intersection of Global Macroeconomics, Geopolitics, and Financial Systems. While my daily focus is on the precision of banking operations and credit card lifecycles, my professional lens is much broader—I analyze how shifting global trade policies and geopolitical tensions reshape the financial services landscape.I believe that operational efficiency is only half the battle; the other half is anticipating the \"why\" behind market shifts. My analytical approach involves synthesizing complex global events—from Free Trade Agreements to international regulatory changes—into actionable insights that mitigate risk and identify growth opportunities in emerging markets.With a background spanning international hospitality and global banking, I bring a unique perspective on customer-centric strategy and cross-border financial workflows. I am currently honing my expertise in technical banking compliance and macroeconomic structures to transition into high-impact consulting.Strategic & Analytical Core:• Macro Analysis: Geopolitical Risk Assessment, Global Trade Dynamics, & Economic Trend Forecasting.• Banking Operations: Credit Card Lifecycle, Payment Processing, & Dispute Management.• Operational Excellence: Process Optimization, Data-Driven Decision Making, & Regulatory Compliance.• Technical Interests: Financial Crime (CFE/NISM frameworks), Market Structures, & AI-enhanced Productivity.I am always looking to connect with professionals in Strategy, Consulting, and International Finance to discuss the future of the global economy.

Experience

1. Operations Analyst

   NatWest Group

   Oct 2025 — Present · Gurugram, IN

Education

• Delhi University

  political science hons, Humanities/Humanistic Studies

  2019 — 2022

• Happy Senior School - India

  Matriculation

• Delhi Tamil education association

  12 th, Humanities/Humanistic Studies

  2017 — 2019