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Shikha T.

CEO

London, United Kingdom21 yrs 2 mos experience
Highly Stable

Key Highlights

  • Over 20 years of experience in client relations.
  • Expert in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion initiatives.
  • Proven track record in enhancing brand presence.
Stackforce AI infers this person is a strategic leader in Banking and Financial Services with a focus on cultural transformation.

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Skills

Core Skills

Client RelationsStrategic CommunicationsCulture Change

Other Skills

LeadershipStakeholder EngagementProject ManagementDiversity, Equity, and InclusionCorporate Social ResponsibilityBusiness DevelopmentSocial Media MarketingDigital Content StrategyInternal & External CommunicationsEnvironmental, Social, and Corporate GovernanceDiversity & InclusionCommunication

About

With over 20 years of experience, I currently lead Relationship Enablement and Branding for the Banking and Financial Services Unit (UK and ME) at Tata Consultancy Services (TCS). My work focuses on strengthening client relations and thereby increasing business through initiatives that integrate Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI), and Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR), fostering trust and collaboration with senior decision-makers across the region. I am a CIPR‑qualified global communications and culture transformation leader with experience across the UK, Middle East, India, and Southeast Asia working across Banking Unit to identify areas of Client engagement and growth. Passionate about accessibility, inclusion, and partnerships & solutions that work towards greater good. I bring a culturally attuned, human‑centred approach to every initiative.

Experience

21 yrs 2 mos
Total Experience
5 yrs 3 mos
Average Tenure
5 yrs 3 mos
Current Experience

Tata consultancy services

2 roles

Head - Relationship Enablement & Branding for Banking (UK & ME)

Promoted

Mar 2024Present · 2 yrs 2 mos

  • Pioneered a new client engagement model that integrated Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI), Sustainability, and Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives to forge high-level relationships and foster client trust. Worked closely with Accessibility CoE and the Business to identify areas of collaboration. Contributed to Business Development and the TCV.
  • Accelerated Pipeline Velocity by acting as a strategic advisor to the BFSI Unit Head, translating executive-level pain points into actionable solution pitches and 'Go-to-Market' (GTM) strategies. Supported leadership visibility through narrative development, strategic messaging, and executive communications.
  • Cultivated strategic partnerships with leading UK & ME BFSI clients, by co-hosting events and collaborating on shared-value projects, leading to increased access to senior-level decision-makers.
  • Enhanced commercial value by incorporating the function’s unique value proposition into key Request for Proposal (RFP) submissions, differentiating TCS from competitors and strengthening the business case for new pursuits.
  • Amplified brand presence and thought leadership by working closely with Marketing to develop and execute client-centric social media and digital content strategies.
  • Managed resources and budget to create maximum impact by harnessing existing capabilities across internal teams, demonstrating the function's effectiveness and strategic importance to the organization.
  • Delivered measurable results, including an increase in client engagement, improved brand perception, and the creation of a new, sustainable channel for relationship-building in a highly competitive market.
Culture ChangeClient RelationsLeadershipStrategic CommunicationsStakeholder EngagementProject Management

Consulting Partner

Feb 2021Mar 2024 · 3 yrs 1 mo

  • Driving Cultural change across Banking & Finance in the UK, including but not limited to:
  • Driving Communication As A Service across Unit & Accounts
  • Internal & External Communication for the leadership
  • Environmental, Social, and Corporate Governance
  • Solutions around accessibility
  • Diversity & Inclusion
  • Responsibilities include:
  • Driving thought leadership, enabling consulting led engagement, business development activities and providing leadership across domain.
  • Analysing and implementing Communication plans including leadership comms
  • Delivering consulting engagements by bringing in business knowledge and thought leadership.
  • Working with Client Partners to drive and lead account expansion opportunities
  • Supporting sales and pre-sales efforts such as helping with RFPs, sales presentations, and marketing events.
  • Contributing strategic thinking and owning assigned consulting services offerings for increased client exposure and revenue pipeline identification.
Culture ChangeInternal & External CommunicationsEnvironmental, Social, and Corporate GovernanceDiversity & Inclusion

Lloyds banking group

Communications Lead Lloyds Banking Group (TCS Project)

Sep 2018Jan 2021 · 2 yrs 4 mos

  • Led communications for an Engineering function in LBG, for a portfolio of 700+ associates spread across geographies working on Cloud, Pega, and CRM. Transformed internal Comms and branding while aligning with internal stakeholders across Bank. Worked with C-suite stakeholder on designing their communication. Collaborated with external forums (Banking & Technology) for presence and participation in industry awards & summits. The team won several Industry & Internal awards during the tenure.
Culture Change

Tata consultancy services

2 roles

Technical Communications Head (North)

Aug 2017Aug 2018 · 1 yr

  • Managed a team spread across India, working on projects working on documentation quality, soft-skills trainings, communication, and branding. Established and spear-headed the group branding within TCS (4,00,000 employee platform).

Technical Communications Lead

Jun 2008Aug 2017 · 9 yrs 2 mos

The university of cambodia

Associate Dean for College of Arts and Humanities

Mar 2004Aug 2007 · 3 yrs 5 mos · Phnom Penh, Cambodia

Education

Chartered Institute of Public Relations

St. Joseph's Academy, Dehradun

Jan 1995Present

Uttaranchal University

Master's degree — English Literature (British and Commonwealth)

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