Jai Dhruve - Senior Manager – Technology, Innovation...

Q: Where is Jai based?

Jai is based in Mannheim, Germany and can operate in on-site , hybrid , and remote work models.

Q: What languages does Jai speak?

Jai speaks the following languages: English (Advanced), Gujarati (Advanced), Hindi (Advanced), Marathi (Advanced), German (Intermediate) .

Q: How many years of experience does Jai have?

Jai has at least 22 years of experience. During this time, Jai has worked in at least 5 different roles and for 5 different companies . The average length of individual experience is 4 years and 4 months . Note that Jai may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

Q: What is Jai's latest experience?

Jai's most recent position is Senior Manager – Technology, Innovation and Transformation–Business Operations, Special Projects & AI at EY Tax GmbH Steuerberatungsgesellschaft .

Q: What companies has Jai worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Jai has worked for EY Tax GmbH Steuerberatungsgesellschaft .

Q: Which industries is Jai most experienced in?

Jai is most experienced in industries like Professional Services , Banking and Finance , and Transportation .

Q: Which business areas is Jai most experienced in?

Jai is most experienced in business areas like Accounting , Finance , and Business Intelligence . Jai also has some experience in Information Technology , Project Management , and Human Resources .

Q: Which industries has Jai worked in recently?

Jai has recently worked in industries like Professional Services .

Q: Which business areas has Jai worked in recently?

Jai has recently worked in business areas like Business Intelligence , Information Technology , and Project Management .

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Mannheim, Germany

Experience

Oct 2021 - Present

4 years 6 months

Mannheim, Germany

Senior Manager – Technology, Innovation and Transformation–Business Operations, Special Projects & AI

EY Tax GmbH Steuerberatungsgesellschaft

Lead and support the execution of high-priority strategic initiatives focused on integrating AI technologies, leveraging analytical insights to drive impactful outcomes for the business unit.
Expert in identifying, defining, and documenting precise business user requirements that align with organizational objectives.
Act as a key liaison across functions, regions, and diverse teams, facilitating the execution of AI-driven strategic initiatives while maintaining strong collaborative relationships with internal stakeholders.
Develop and execute effective communication strategies to promote AI adoption and understanding across teams. Organize and facilitate meetings, prepare agendas, capture decisions, and track action items.
Oversee governance frameworks to ensure compliance with ethical AI principles and internal policies. Proactively identify and escalate risks or issues to mitigate potential disruptions.
Manage complex AI projects from initiation to completion, adhering to timelines and budgets. Prioritize initiatives and hold cross-functional teams accountable for deliverables.
Conduct in-depth problem analysis and devise strategic, scalable, and ethically sound AI solutions.
Provide critical support for day-to-day operations, ensuring agility in adapting to competing demands and evolving priorities. Promote cross-functional collaboration and alignment with regional strategies.
Successfully enhanced regional and global operational efficiency by improving workflows and enabling better alignment between cross-functional teams via technology and offshoring tasks.
Strengthened stakeholder relationships through proactive communication, leading to increased collaboration and faster execution of key priorities.

May 2013 - Mar 2017

3 years 11 months

Bengaluru, India

Vice-President – Global Mobility

Goldman Sachs Services India Pvt. Ltd.

Team Lead for global mobility specialists working on operational aspects of internal assignments and international transfers.
Provided comprehensive tax advisory, ensuring global tax compliance and managed social security tax for all employees.
Oversaw vendor relations with two tax firms and technology provider.
Managed budgeting for mobility expenses, optimized cost estimates, and streamlined payroll in APAC and EMEIA.
Facilitated global tech support, coordinated with internal IT and implemented policy changes based on regional benchmarking and analysis.
Collaborated with compensation, benefits, finance, HR, and recruitment on HR projects and mobility issues.

Sep 2007 - Apr 2013

5 years 8 months

Dallas, United States

Manager, Global Mobility Advisory Services, Tax

KPMG LLP

Dec 2000 - Sep 2007

6 years 10 months

Mumbai, India

Tax Senior, International Executive Services, Tax & Regulatory

KPMG - BSR & Co.

Hands-on expertise in tax and regulatory matters for expatriates and High Net Worth Individuals.
Establish compensation structure and diagnostics.
Prepare and review income tax, wealth, and fringe benefits tax returns.
Consulting for final compensation derivations and foreign exchange matters for compensation packages.
Assist in expatriate registration with Indian immigration.

Nov 1999 - Dec 2000

1 year 2 months

Junior Accounts Executive

Parekh Marine Agencies Pvt. Ltd.

Industry Experience

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Experienced in Professional Services, Banking and Finance, and Transportation.

Professional Services

Banking and Finance

Transportation

Business Area Experience

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Experienced in Accounting, Finance, Business Intelligence, Information Technology, Project Management, and Human Resources.

Accounting

Finance

Business Intelligence

Information Technology

Project Management

Human Resources

Summary

Skilled in cross-divisional collaboration, stakeholder consensus-building, and working with global, multicultural teams. Proficient in managing full project lifecycles and driving process improvements. Possess strong communication skills, leading meetings and drafting communications. Oversee governance policies, manage risks, documenting business requirements and problem-solving.

Skills

Key Skills

Stakeholder Management
Flexible Working
Project Management
Documentation
Change Management
Resource Management
Functional Offshoring Lead
Cultural Awareness

Soft Skills

Teamwork, Virtually Across Diverse Stakeholders
Problem-solving Skills
Communication Skills
Organizational Skills

Leadership Skills

Strategic Thinking
Decision-making
Influencing And Inspiring

Others

Adaptability And Resilience
Developing And Empowering Others

It Skills

Ms Office Including Project
M365 Copilot And Ai Tools
Jira
Sap (Concur, Successfactors)
Powerbi
Mobility Tools

Languages

English

Advanced

Gujarati

Advanced

Hindi

Advanced

Marathi

Advanced

German

Intermediate

Education

Oct 2004 - Jun 2006

Mumbai University

Masters of Commerce · Commerce · Mumbai, India

Oct 1994 - Jun 1997

Mumbai University

Bachelor of Commerce · Commerce · Mumbai, India

Certifications & licenses

AI Agents

SAP S4/HANA Foundation

Agile (Project Finance Management)

Acclaim

Virtual Teaming

Acclaim (EY Badges- Learning)

Analytics & Data Visualization

Global Professional Of Human Resources

People Analytics & Evidence-Based Management

Statistics

Experience

Total positions 5

Experience in Professional Services 17 y

Avg length 4 y 4 m

Longest experience 6 y 9 m

Global Experience

Countries worked in 3 (India, Germany, United States)

Primary country India

Expertise

Recent roles Senior Manager – Technology, Innovation and Transformation–Business Operations, Special Projects & AI, Vice-President – Global Mobility, Manager, Global Mobility Advisory Services, Tax

Main industries Professional Services, Banking and Finance, Transportation

Main business areas Accounting, Finance, Business Intelligence

Qualifications

Highest degree Master

Certifications earned 7

Profile

Created

March 2026

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Where is Jai based?

Jai is based in Mannheim, Germany and can operate in on-site, hybrid, and remote work models.

What languages does Jai speak?

Jai speaks the following languages: English (Advanced), Gujarati (Advanced), Hindi (Advanced), Marathi (Advanced), German (Intermediate).

How many years of experience does Jai have?

Jai has at least 22 years of experience. During this time, Jai has worked in at least 5 different roles and for 5 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 4 years and 4 months. Note that Jai may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

What roles would Jai be best suited for?

Based on recent experience, Jai would be well-suited for roles such as: Senior Manager – Technology, Innovation and Transformation–Business Operations, Special Projects & AI, Vice-President – Global Mobility, Manager, Global Mobility Advisory Services, Tax.

What is Jai's latest experience?

Jai's most recent position is Senior Manager – Technology, Innovation and Transformation–Business Operations, Special Projects & AI at EY Tax GmbH Steuerberatungsgesellschaft.

What companies has Jai worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Jai has worked for EY Tax GmbH Steuerberatungsgesellschaft.

Which industries is Jai most experienced in?

Jai is most experienced in industries like Professional Services, Banking and Finance, and Transportation.

Which business areas is Jai most experienced in?

Jai is most experienced in business areas like Accounting, Finance, and Business Intelligence. Jai also has some experience in Information Technology, Project Management, and Human Resources.

Which industries has Jai worked in recently?

Jai has recently worked in industries like Professional Services.

Which business areas has Jai worked in recently?

Jai has recently worked in business areas like Business Intelligence, Information Technology, and Project Management.

What is Jai's education?

Jai holds a Master in Commerce from Mumbai University and a Bachelor in Commerce from Mumbai University.

Does Jai have any certificates?

Jai has 7 certificates. Among them, these include: AI Agents, SAP S4/HANA Foundation, and Agile (Project Finance Management).

What is the availability of Jai?

Jai will be available part-time from April 2026.

What is the rate of Jai?

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