Lead, Client Services Operations

We are looking to hire a Lead role to join our global financial data operations team in Mumbai. This is a mid-level supervisory position with potential for growth. The ideal candidate will be a proactive critical thinker. Candidate must be detail oriented, work at a good pace, be able to work independently and willing to work long hours (as necessary). Utilizes subject matter expertise to identify and perform quality assurance reviews and generate reports summarizing results.At Kroll, your work will help deliver clarity to our clients' most complex governance, risk, and transparency challenges. Apply now to join One team, One Kroll.The day-to-day responsibilities include but not limited to: Operations ManagementLead various internal/external projects (at least 2 to 3 large accounts) by gathering project requirements and identify appropriate resource needs and track overall project progress to ensure timely completion of targets and final delivery at all times with min AHT and >99% quality.Possess excellent domain knowledge of the business, process and projects and act as team level SME/POC for team members.Contribute to at least 30% to 50% of production, QC targets to ensure successful delivery of projects as a team. Ensure timely follow up on upcoming projects and provide timely updates during live project runs and highlight red flags proactively.Ensure timely updation of Ms dynamics and any other tools, reports, regular updates by self and team members.Identify and escalate operational challenges using defined processes and judgment.Work on the capacity/FTE estimation in coordination with SMs.Define, Track, measures, and report on agreed key performance indicators to relevant stakeholders.Design and develop operational dashboards with real-time/ daily metrics to track & monitor metrics.Ability to work without close supervision and be self-sufficient at work. 11. Serve as a backup for Managers in their absence Workflow Management Ensure effective workflow and operations management including Monday Board and identify opportunities for workflow automation. Governance Manage WFH, absenteeism, resource demands, competing priorities.Ensure appropriate governance for your team and adherence to kroll policies. Ensure appropriate controls, methods and techniques to improve and maintain the highest quality standards >99% in the data collected by the team.Conduct RCAs for productivity and quality and ensure necessary execution of necessary action items.Team Management Lead and manage a team of 15+ data analysts, and Quality control analysts effectively by providing clear direction, establish SMART goals, and optimize resource allocation.Regular check-ins and constant support with mentoring and feedback and Conducts performance reviews of each team member and explains/sets career development paths and opportunities for team members.Keep Team Attrition < 10% p.a, identify potential EWS and highlight the same to Senior leadership promptly.Employee Experience and Development: Ensure Pulse survey score is 80% and above. Come up with action Items and execute the same.Encourage everyone to have a voice and invite opinion from all, including quieter members of the team. Collaboration Look for cross functional collaboration along with assisting leadership in coordinating work activities with other supervisors, managers, and departments.Assist in client onboarding and smooth transition of projects including training team members.Build and maintain strong relationship with peers, operational leadership, clients and stakeholders and ensure client delight. Training Improve the existing training module/plan including SOPs/checklist and all transition document is developed and upto date and signed-off from BU/client.Ensure effective execution of training plan for NHs and existing members as per the requirement to bridge gap, if any to ensure resources are trained and well prepared before the project Live runs.Identify skill gaps in analysts and put efforts to upskill to enhance the team's skill sets. Social Engagement Ensure team bonding and engagement at team and org wide level. Ideation Assist and drive process enhancement and improvement which reduces time or is cost benefit.Essential traits:Qualification: B.Tech in Mechanical / Civil Engineering or related field is must 5+ years of operations experience in Real estate research / Machinery & Equipment and a passion for data and experience in Financial research is a plus 5+ years of experience in supervising teams, including training team members, reviewing their output and providing constructive feedback.   Good knowledge of all three Fixed Valuation Approaches (Cost, Sales and Income)  Knowledge of building construction types, process plants and common Machinery & Equipment is a plus Excellent communication skills. Strong decision-making and strategic planning skills Strong people and project management skills Strong Stakeholder management skills including peers, operational leadership and project BUs. Interested in financial research / analysis and a passion for data. Excellent working knowledge on MS Excel, Word, Presentation and Reporting skills Strong Financial knowledge and familiarity with accounting concepts and financial statements Preferred: Degree in B. Tech/ Mechanical Engineering/Civil Engineering or relevant field is preferred. About KrollIn a world of disruption and increasingly complex business challenges, our professionals bring truth into focus with the Kroll Lens. Our sharp analytical skills, paired with the latest technology, allow us to give our clients clarity—not just answers—in all areas of business. We value the diverse backgrounds and perspectives that enable us to think globally. As part of One team, One Kroll, you'll contribute to a supportive and collaborative work environment that empowers you to excel.Kroll is the premier global valuation and corporate finance advisor with expertise in complex valuation, disputes and investigations, M&A, restructuring, and compliance and regulatory consulting. Our professionals balance analytical skills, deep market insight and independence to help our clients make sound decisions. As an organization, we think globally—and encourage our people to do the sameKroll is committed to equal opportunity and diversity, and recruits people based on merit.In order to be considered for a position, you must formally apply via #LI-AT1#LI-Hybrid