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Ololade Grace Solaru

Baltimore

Summary

Results-driven data and business analyst with a proven track record of resolving operational inefficiencies and enhancing data-driven decision-making within the financial services sector. Currently leveraging analytical expertise at Morgan Stanley to mitigate risk, streamline trade flow operations, and drive process improvements for institutional clients. Skilled in data analysis, financial reporting, and strategic problem-solving using advanced Excel and data visualization techniques. Adept at identifying key trends, executing data-driven solutions, and effectively communicating insights to stakeholders. Seeking to contribute analytical and operational expertise to a forward-thinking organization committed to leveraging data for strategic growth and operational excellence.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Operational Support Analyst

Morgan Stanley
09.2022 - Current
  • Manage the resolution of position breaks by engaging with internal and external clients to mitigate financial risks and operational inefficiencies.
  • Conduct trade allocation and clearing exception management for Institutional and Wealth Management clients, ensuring accurate trade flow and transaction settlement.
  • Develop and implement data-driven trade flow solutions, identifying root causes and creating action plans to prevent future discrepancies.
  • Collaborate with Sales and Trading teams to streamline communication and maintain operational integrity across departments.
  • Utilize advanced Excel functions and data visualization techniques to track trade metrics and provide actionable insights to senior management.
  • Support process improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing operational control and reducing risk exposure.
  • Conducted comprehensive analysis of trade discrepancies, identifying recurring issues and implementing data-driven corrective actions.
  • Partnered with Operations Risk & Control to develop risk mitigation strategies and refine operational controls across key processes.
  • Monitored trade exceptions and ensured accurate reconciliation between internal systems and external exchanges.
  • Created comprehensive reports detailing operational risk exposure and recommending strategic interventions to senior management.
  • Served as a subject matter expert in key business applications, providing advanced-level assistance to colleagues and clients alike.

Business Analyst – Undergraduate Research Program

Towson University
08.2021 - 05.2022
  • - Analyzed program data, identifying trends and providing actionable insights for program enhancement.
  • - Conducted research and presented findings to stakeholders, supporting strategic decision-making.
  • - Identified operational bottlenecks and proposed process improvements to increase efficiency.

Business System Analyst Intern

Change Resources and Support Services
01.2020 - 01.2022
  • - Assisted in documenting business requirements for system upgrades, enhancing operational efficiency.
  • - Conducted data analysis to identify areas for process improvement.
  • - Communicated effectively with clients and internal teams to ensure successful project delivery.

Education

Master of Business Administration (MBA) - Organizational Leadership and Ethics

Morgan State University
Baltimore, MD
05.2025

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

Towson University
Towson, MD

Skills

  • Financial reporting expertise
  • Risk assessment and mitigation
  • Process optimization
  • Trade support operations
  • Stakeholder engagement
  • Reporting and data visualization
  • Effective client communication
  • Analytical problem-solving
  • Issue tracking and resolution

Certification

- Professional Scrum Master I – Agile project management methodologies.

Timeline

Operational Support Analyst

Morgan Stanley
09.2022 - Current

Business Analyst – Undergraduate Research Program

Towson University
08.2021 - 05.2022

Business System Analyst Intern

Change Resources and Support Services
01.2020 - 01.2022

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

Towson University

Master of Business Administration (MBA) - Organizational Leadership and Ethics

Morgan State University

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