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DEVENDRA KUMAR CHHAJER

DEVENDRA KUMAR CHHAJER

Paris,75

Summary

Results-driven Project Manager with expertise in AI-driven digital transformation, financial services, and process automation. Over 5 years of experience in PMO, Agile project execution, and stakeholder engagement. Skilled in risk mitigation, process optimization, and data-driven decision-making across banking, technology, and consulting sectors.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Head of Business Development & Growth - Europe

Stealth Startup
09.2024 - Current
  • Leading AI-driven business automation and process optimization projects across Europe
  • Managing LLM & Chatbot development, Generative AI solutions, and data analytics initiatives
  • Driving AI adoption strategies, consulting enterprises on digital transformation and operational efficiency
  • Spearheading strategic partnerships and business expansion in European markets

Consultant – Strategy & Digital Transformation

CAPCO
05.2022 - 03.2024
  • Managed PMO & Agile projects for a Top 5 Multinational Bank, optimizing card authorization processes
  • Led process automation and data-driven decision-making for a Credit Union migration
  • Oversaw financial operations, contract management, and vendor governance for a Top 3 Bank in Canada

Consultant – Financial & Strategic Advisory

Grant Thornton
04.2021 - 10.2021
  • Conducted financial due diligence and risk assessment for investment projects
  • Developed valuation models and investment analysis frameworks to support decision-making

Transfer Pricing Consultant Intern

PwC
08.2019 - 12.2019
  • Conducted OECD-compliant transfer pricing documentation and economic analysis
  • Advised clients on Permanent Establishment Risk and tax compliance strategies

Tax Consultant – Transfer Pricing & M&A Due Diligence

Deloitte
06.2017 - 06.2018
  • Led M&A due diligence for a $1B oil industry acquisition, analyzing 76 subsidiaries
  • Conducted financial benchmarking for intercompany transactions under OECD guidelines

Team Leader – Brand Ambassador

India Olympic House (Paris 2024)
07.2024 - 08.2024
  • Led a team of 30+ members at Paris 2024 Olympics for cultural and sports engagement
  • Served as a media representative for France 2 & M6, promoting India’s global presence

Summer Intern

HSBC
06.2016 - 07.2016
  • Selected among top 18 candidates for a flagship internship program
  • Analyzed corporate banking, wealth management, and fraud risk strategies

Education

Master's - International Business

IÉSEG School of Management
01.2020

Master of Science -

S.P. Jain Institute of Management & Research
01-2019

B.Sc. - Economics

Presidency University, Kolkata
01.2017

Skills

  • Project Management
  • PMO
  • Agile
  • Scrum
  • Business Process Optimization
  • Artificial Intelligence
  • Generative AI
  • Financial Analysis
  • Risk Management
  • Data Analytics
  • Data Visualization
  • Power BI
  • Excel
  • Stakeholder Management
  • Vendor Management

Languages

English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
French
Upper intermediate (B2)
Hindi
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)

Extra-Curricular Activities

  • IESEG International Club (Core Team) – Organized cultural exchanges & immersions for 150+ students from 43 nations.
  • Founder – Eco Club (Presidency University) – Led National Economics Fest with 200+ participants & keynote speakers from IMF & Govt. of India.
  • Debating Society (Core Member) – Hosted international debating tournaments partnered with The Times of India, Uber, & Zomato.
  • Best CEO & Best Manager Competitions – Placed Top 3 in National Multi-Domain Challenges.
  • Public Speaking & Media Engagement – Represented university in 5+ National Debates & Model UN Conferences; Performed stand-up comedy & podcasts in Paris.
  • Sports Leadership – Captain (Cricket League – SPJIMR); active Badminton & Basketball player.

Timeline

Head of Business Development & Growth - Europe

Stealth Startup
09.2024 - Current

Team Leader – Brand Ambassador

India Olympic House (Paris 2024)
07.2024 - 08.2024

Consultant – Strategy & Digital Transformation

CAPCO
05.2022 - 03.2024

Consultant – Financial & Strategic Advisory

Grant Thornton
04.2021 - 10.2021

Transfer Pricing Consultant Intern

PwC
08.2019 - 12.2019

Tax Consultant – Transfer Pricing & M&A Due Diligence

Deloitte
06.2017 - 06.2018

Summer Intern

HSBC
06.2016 - 07.2016

B.Sc. - Economics

Presidency University, Kolkata

Master's - International Business

IÉSEG School of Management

Master of Science -

S.P. Jain Institute of Management & Research
DEVENDRA KUMAR CHHAJER