Lloyds Banking Group commences its Technology Centre Operations in Hyderabad

Telugu super news,Hyderabad, November 1, 2023: Lloyds Banking Group, one of the UK’s largest financial services groups, commences its new Lloyds Technology Centre (LTC) operations in Knowledge City,Hyderabad today.

The Lloyds Technology Centre will play a key role in delivering AI, Cloud and Blockchain programmes across the organization with the first teams located in the office focusing on using data, machine learning and Cloud to support the Group’s customers in the UK.

To achieve this, the centre will be recruiting for a range of specialist roles including Full Stack, Java Back-End, REACT, Cloud Engineers and Quality Engineers.

The long-term ambition is for the centre to become a hub for modern engineering excellence,
supporting the delivery of Lloyds Banking Group’s technology transformation and utilising India’s thriving technology landscape and specialist talent.

Ron van Kemenade, Group Chief Operating Officer at Lloyds Banking Group, shared his
enthusiasm for this milestone, stating: “The opening of Lloyds Technology Centre represents a
pivotal moment in our overall transformation journey, building on our growth in tech talent in the UK.

This centre, located in the vibrant tech hub of Hyderabad, will become a hub for innovation and
engineering excellence. We’re excited to use this facility to help deliver the transformation the Group requires to meet the ever-evolving needs of our customers.”

Sirisha Voruganti, CEO and Managing Director, Lloyds Technology Centre said “Hyderabad’s
wealth of tech talent and its diversity makes it a global epicenter for innovation. With Lloyds
Technology Centre, we’re proud to be part of this thriving ecosystem.

We believe that the fusion of India’s leading tech capabilities and diverse talent will be instrumental in our ability to provide fantastic services to the Group’s customers.”

Lloyds Technology Centre will not provide any banking services but will focus on using technology, digital, data and analytics capabilities to drive innovation and end-to-end product delivery and is a step forward in the Group’s approach to international resourcing.

The Group’s commitment to promoting diversity and contributing to India’s economic development will support the government’s digital mission in the region.

Lloyds Banking Group announces Sirisha Voruganti as CEO andManaging Director of Lloyds Technology Centre in India

Hyderabad, India, 5th July 2023: Lloyds Banking Group, one of the leading UK-based financial
services groups has announced the appointment of Sirisha Voruganti as the Chief Executive
Officer and Managing Director of its new Lloyds Technology Centre, based in Hyderabad,
India. 

Ms Voruganti, a globally renowned technology and innovation leader joins from JCPenney,
where she has served as the Managing Director and member of the Board for JCPenney in India. 
Ms Voruganti has extensive experience in IT architecture, data engineering, and fintech innovation
and has held several senior technology positions in multiple global firms. 

She was the first woman
Managing Director for JP Morgan Chase in Technology in India and has served as an Executive Vice
President of Architecture, Data and Shared Services for Mastercard.  


Ms Voruganti is passionate about building a high-performing engineering organisation as well as
being committed to promoting diversity and inclusion within technology roles. Her impressive track
record includes steering organisations through significant transformation and has been an inspiration
for women in technology, exemplified by her creation of India’s first safety device for women’s
protection. 


 
Sirisha Voruganti said: “I am thrilled to be leading Lloyds Technology Centre during this pivotal
phase of Lloyds Banking Group’s digital transformation. The new technology centre will allow us to tap
into the extraordinary technology talent and expertise in India. It presents an incredible opportunity for
brilliant and enthusiastic people looking to enhance their skills to drive innovation for Lloyds Banking
Group’s customers.” 


Commenting on the appointment, Ron van Kemenade, Group Chief Operating Officer at Lloyds
Banking Group said: “Welcoming Sirisha Voruganti marks a significant stride forward in our plans to
establish our new technology centre. With her outstanding background, extensive experience and
leadership qualities, I’m delighted that she’s chosen to join Lloyds Technology Centre and excited
about her passion for using technology and innovation to deliver great experiences for our
customers.” 


Sirisha Voruganti will assume her role as CEO and Managing Director of Lloyds Technology Centre
later this month, overseeing its establishment and longer-term growth strategy.