Urvashi Kaushik
Toronto,ON
Summary
Certified Business Analyst having more than 7 years of working experience in the banking and public sector with a legal and psychology background, specializing in regulatory compliance projects. Skilled in dissecting complex regulations, assessing impacts, and designing solutions that balance regulatory requirements with sound business practices. Proven ability to mitigate compliance risks while streamlining operations. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Extensive experience in project management, Business analysis, Business process modeling, and Application design. work and lead cross-functional teams in the development, documentation, and delivery of process innovations driving the attainment of business goals. An Articulate presenter with outstanding interpersonal skills, adaptable at persuasion and influence.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Business Analyst
City Of Toronto - Election Services
2024.01 - Current
- Conducting comprehensive needs assessment for election services, identifying gaps and proposing solutions for the applications used for Elections.
- Gathering and defining business needs through collaboration with stakeholders and subject matter experts and communicating complex information in an easily understandable way.
- Collaborating with IT teams to design and implement technology solutions aligned with regulatory requirements including AODA, legislation to improve citizen access to Election Services.
Business Analyst
TD Securities (Equity Derivatives)
2022.08 - 2024.01
- Responsible for process mapping and analysis , documenting the "as in" state of equity derivatives trading processes, identifying potential gaps or weakness in light of compliance requirements. Recommends changes to mitigate risk and achieve greater adherence.
- Collaborate with different stakeholders to collect comprehensive requirements and developed detailed specifications for system updates,new controls, or process enhancements to ensure regulatory alignment.
- Participate in the design and execution of test cases to verify that systems and processes meet regulatory standards.
- Responsible for identifying and mitigating risks, resource mangement, esclation and implementing mitigation strategies for risk prevention and resolution.
Business Analyst
CIBC
2017.09 - 2019.08
- Translate business needs into clear, concise, and measurable security requirements for payment transfer system.
- Worked with IT security teams to ensure requirements aligned with bank's overall cybersecurity posture and regulatory compliance and mitigate cybersecurity risks.
- Worked with IT teams to review design by creating user interface, user experience models and development of application and participate in security testing activities.
- Responsible for testing and deployment of application includes developing test cases, tracking defects, creating manuals , training materials.
Business Analyst
Bank Of Baroda
2013.09 - 2016.08
- Supported software development projects by defining clear requirements and effectively communicating them to technical teams.
- Collaborated closely with stakeholders to identify opportunities for process improvements and drive continuous innovation in organization.
- Applied honed problem-solving skills to analyze and resolve issues impacting business operations and goal achievement.
- Managed vendor relationships to negotiate contracts, secure favorable pricing, and ensure timely delivery of products or services.
Education
Certificate of Qualification - Law
National Committee On Accreditation (NCA)
Ottawa, ONLLB - Law
Sunrise University
India05.2022
Graduate Certificate Course - Business Management
Canadore College of Applied Arts And Technology
North Bay, ON (Scarborough Campus)07.2017
Post Graduate Diploma in Guidance And Counselling - Counselling Psychology
Jamia Milia Islamia
Delhi, India05.2014
Master of Science - Applied Psychology
Guru Jambheshwar Uni. of Science & Technology
Haryana, India06.2013
Bachelor's of Education - Education
Satyam College of Education
Noida, India05.2011
Certificate Course in Behavior Testing & Training - Managerial Psychology
Guru Gobind Sindh Indraprastha University
Delhi, India05.2011
Bachelor of Arts - Applied Psychology
University of Delhi
Delhi. India06.2010
Skills
- Excellent understanding of regulatory compliance
- Tech Fluency & Contract Analysis
- System & Design Thinker
- Persuasion and Negotiation
- Analytical thinker & Problem solver
- Empathy and user understanding
- Data Analysis and visualization
- Project management & product development
Languages
English
Full Professional
Hindi
Native or Bilingual
Member of Organizations
- Member of Toastmasters International (Inspiring Woman Toastmasters club)
- Member of Women in AI & Robotics
- Member of Mars Society of Canada
- Member of Salesforce Trailhead
Additional Information
- Worked as a secretary for Inspiring woman toastmasters club
- Worked as counselor in Hindu cultural society (Scarborough, ON)
- Worked as a counselor in Teach India Campaign initiative by The Times of India
Certifications
- Certified Business Analysis Professional (CBAP) from IIBA
- Certified Scrum Product Owner (CSPO) from Scrum Alliance
- Certified Salesforce Administrator
Certificate of qualification (NCA)
In process of completing my NCA Journey. I am preparing to give two remaining exams 1. Foundations of Canadian Law 2. Constitutional Law
Hobbies
- Reading Books, Research Journals of Law and Technology
- Travelling
Timeline
Business Analyst
City Of Toronto - Election Services
2024.01 - Current
Business Analyst
TD Securities (Equity Derivatives)
2022.08 - 2024.01
Business Analyst
CIBC
2017.09 - 2019.08
Business Analyst
Bank Of Baroda
2013.09 - 2016.08
Certificate of Qualification - Law
National Committee On Accreditation (NCA)
LLB - Law
Sunrise University
Graduate Certificate Course - Business Management
Canadore College of Applied Arts And Technology
Post Graduate Diploma in Guidance And Counselling - Counselling Psychology
Jamia Milia Islamia
Master of Science - Applied Psychology
Guru Jambheshwar Uni. of Science & Technology
Bachelor's of Education - Education
Satyam College of Education
Certificate Course in Behavior Testing & Training - Managerial Psychology
Guru Gobind Sindh Indraprastha University
Bachelor of Arts - Applied Psychology
University of Delhi
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