Monika Gonsalves

Monika Gonsalves is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in banking and finance. Currently serving as a Senior Advisor in Banking and Insurance at the Department of the Prime Minister and Cabinet since June 2023, Monika previously worked at ASB Bank for nearly a decade in various managerial roles focused on business relationships and market share growth. Prior experience includes a position as Business Banking Relationship Manager at Kiwibank, where Monika handled lending applications and customer portfolios, and a role as a Claims Assessor at the Earthquake Commission, validating and processing claims. Monika began a career in financial services as a Disputes Analyst at American Express. Additionally, Monika is pursuing a Post Graduate Diploma in Financial Analysis at Victoria University of Wellington, building on a Bachelor's degree in Maths, Accounting, and Finance from Delhi University.