MUMBAI, INDIA, 07 April, 2025 – Leading global professional services firm Alvarez & Marsal (A&M) India has announced the appointment of Shweta Jha as Managing Director within its Business Transformation Services practice. This appointment aligns with A&M’s continued investment in the financial services sector and its commitment to delivering data-driven, technology-enabled solutions for clients.
Shweta Jha, Managing Director, A&M India
Ms. Jha brings over 18 years of experience in financial services, having worked both as a consultant and operator. Her expertise lies in driving operational efficiency, cost transformation, enabling data platform and technology modernization, managing financial and non-financial risks, and designing enterprise-wide digital journeys. She has led large-scale operating model redesigns and organizational structuring efforts, with a strong focus on embedding analytics and AI into business processes.
Prior to joining A&M, she worked with firms such as Booz & Company (now Strategy&), Accenture, and most recently Deutsche Bank, where she led the internal global strategy team based in Mumbai.
Himanshu Bajaj, Managing Director & Head – A&M India and GCC, said, “The financial services sector is undergoing rapid transformation, driven by digitization, regulatory shifts, and changing customer expectations. Shweta’s cross-functional experience and deep understanding of the financial services landscape will enhance our ability to support clients in navigating this complex environment. Her appointment reflects our broader commitment to growing our transformation offerings and helping clients achieve measurable impact.”Shweta Jha, Managing Director, A&M India, said, “India’s financial services industry is at an inflection point, with firms increasingly embracing data, AI, and digital technologies to drive performance. A&M’s hands-on, results-oriented approach and strong operational heritage provide an ideal platform to help clients drive this change. I am excited to join the firm and look forward to partnering with clients to navigate the complexities and capitalize on opportunities in the financial services space.”