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Hi folks, need a help with a decision.

Does HSBC GSC allows work from Pune location. I have got an offer for Bengaluru. Any flexibility to work from Pune location?

First level of understanding i got is that they don’t have GSC offices in Pune. Can someone throw some light? 

Thanks in advance.

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