Sumit Sahu

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About Sumit Sahu

Sumit is a goal-oriented Trust and Safety Analyst at Google where he works with Trust and Safety’s URL Brand Safety Team as a Data Scientist, with around 4 years of experience, skilled in Data Science, Machine Learning, SQL, and Analytical Skills. His previous role at Tesco included using data to solve complex problems for Tesco’s Ireland region and implementing Data Science techniques to foster better growth. Previously, his role at Standard Chartered involved building Machine Learning models to combat financial crime, contributing to projects recognized as the ‘Best Compliance Project in Asia’ by Thomson Reuters. The projects he worked on have helped the bank counter money laundering issues amounting to several million dollars. He has successfully delivered several end-to-end Data Science projects, automating manual tasks to reduce turnaround time from 2-3 days to a couple of hours, significantly improving efficiency and compliance standards. Prior to SCB, Sumit worked as a Data Scientist at EY for over 2.5 years, solving various business problems through HR analytics, survey analytics, dashboard development, and cost optimization. His work helped clients save costs by 20% annually, resulting in increased profits and improved operational efficiency. Sumit's ability to translate complex data into actionable insights has been instrumental in driving business success and fostering a data-driven culture. An active team player since college, Sumit has held leadership roles such as President of the Fest Organizing Team, LNCT RADIO, and the Literary Club, where he managed teams of 50+ members and organized numerous successful events. His leadership skills and collaborative approach have always been an asset to any team he is part of. Outside of work, Sumit enjoys reading about investment strategies, business building, politics, and law, constantly seeking to broaden his knowledge and stay updated with current trends. As an avid sports enthusiast, Sumit plays football, table tennis, lawn tennis, and cricket, and occasionally enjoys singing. His diverse interests and active lifestyle contribute to his well-rounded personality and professional approach.