Athira Alias

Athira Alias currently serves as a Business Risk Manager within the Global Client Management (GCM) division at Standard Chartered Bank, where she plays a pivotal role in strengthening the bank’s operational resilience and risk controls. Her responsibilities encompass overseeing risk mitigation strategies across key banking operations, including Transfer Agency, Custody, and Production Assurance, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and internal policies. Athira’s expertise in operational risk management is instrumental in designing and implementing robust control frameworks that safeguard client assets and uphold the bank’s reputation in a highly regulated financial environment.

In her current role, Athira actively collaborates with cross-functional teams to identify potential risk exposures, conduct comprehensive data analysis, and develop actionable insights that enhance control effectiveness. Her proficiency in control design and business control processes enables her to streamline operations, reduce operational losses, and promote a culture of risk awareness within her team. Athira’s strong negotiation skills and ability to foster teamwork are vital in engaging stakeholders and driving continuous improvement initiatives.

Her technical proficiency in tools like Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint supports her in preparing detailed risk reports and presentations for senior management, facilitating informed decision-making. With a keen focus on operational risk management, Athira contributes to the bank’s strategic objectives by ensuring that controls are not only compliant but also agile enough to adapt to evolving industry challenges. Her comprehensive understanding of banking operations, combined with her analytical and management skills, positions her as a key asset in maintaining the integrity and stability of Standard Chartered’s global operations.