Citizens Financial Group India Appoints Rajesh Mani as Managing Director

Citizens Financial Group India has appointed Rajesh Mani as its Managing Director, strengthening the company’s leadership as it continues to expand its technology, operations, and innovation capabilities in India.

As Managing Director, Mani will lead Citizens Financial Group’s India operations, focusing on business growth, operational excellence, technology innovation, and talent development. He will work closely with global leadership teams to strengthen the India franchise and support the organisation’s long-term strategic objectives.

Rajesh Mani brings more than 25 years of experience across banking, financial services, technology, and global capability centres. Before joining Citizens Financial Group India, he held senior leadership positions at Wells Fargo, where he led large-scale technology and operations initiatives, driving digital transformation, engineering excellence, enterprise risk management, and business operations.

His appointment reflects Citizens Financial Group’s continued investment in India as a key strategic location for innovation, engineering, and business support. The company has been expanding its presence in the country to build technology capabilities, enhance operational efficiency, and deliver greater value to customers worldwide.

With Rajesh Mani at the helm of its India operations, Citizens Financial Group aims to accelerate innovation, strengthen organisational capabilities, and further establish India as a critical hub supporting its global banking and technology ecosystem.