Merlin Das

Experience

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  STERIA (INDIA) LIMITED

  Jan 2007 - Jan 2010

  Systems Change Administrator
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  Barclays Bank PLC

  Jan 2007 - Jan 2010

  Subject Matter Expert
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  Cognizant

  Jan 2011 - Jun 2017

  Associate - Projects

  PMO at Lloyds Banking Group

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  Wipro

  Aug 2017 - Jun 2023

  Senior Consultant

  Successfully managing a team of PMO Analysts for Common Reporting Standards programme which has a budget of over 40 million pounds.• Governance and assurance of all projects within the programme• Monitor and report on all projects and provide a consolidated view at a programme level• Working closely with the suppliers in resolving issues pertaining to quotes and finances for projects• Development of new procedures and processes for the programme in line with policies and goals of the organization• Provide value added insight and commentary on the status of projects and programme as a whole• Maintaining effective relationship with the Programme and Project Managers to ensure all risks and issues are escalated in a timely manner• Co-ordinate and track all submissions for approval of funds to the programme funding board, ensuring proper approval process is followed• Oversee day to day resource and financial management for the programme and ensuring adherence to best practices• Create and provide input into papers, presentations and reports for senior management• Educate project managers about the bank's policies and processes and make sure they are comfortable with all the management tools used within the bank.• Provide standard mobilization and closure service to support the delivery of programmes and projects using project management tools and systems used in the organization• Provide a consultancy service on all aspects of project and programme lifecycle and its deliverables to IT and Business colleagues• Effectively contribute towards the development of the organization’s strategic direction Show less

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  Lloyds Banking Group

  Jul 2023 - now

  Business Manager