ANKITA PUROHIT
Bangalore
Summary
Dynamic professional with extensive experience at CITI Bank, excelling in AML investigations and regulatory compliance. Proven ability to lead teams and enhance KYC processes, achieving client appreciation for service excellence. Skilled in document verification and effective communication, consistently delivering results under pressure while maintaining high standards of accuracy.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Manager AML KYC
CITI Corp Services India Pvt Ltd-CITI Bank
Pune
10.2018 - Current
- Liaising with various teams across APAC KYC satellites, along with other counterparts and stakeholders.
- Determine, confirm KYC requirements, and collect relevant information in line with the Customer Identification Policy (CIP).
- Daily tasks involve liaising with clients, along with various stakeholders, such as the KYC Execution Team, Coverage Team, Compliance Team, Country Heads (CCO), Technology Team, and Senior Management, to expedite the completion of KYC records.
- Perform verification checks to ensure that the documents received meet the CIP requirements.
- Correctly perform background and fraud investigation checks on negative news searches, identify red flag situations, and escalate in line with policy and procedures.
- Due diligence was performed for clients regarding various crucial factors, such as ultimate ownership, directors, senior management, etc.
- Draft and obtain approvals for exceptions where necessary.
- Understand priorities, and organize appropriately to complete KYC in line with the needs of the business.
- Being involved in date metrics by preparing different types of reports like, Monthly decks of entire population to classify the status of the records which make easier to follow up and keep a close track
- Conduct AML investigations according to the regional procedures to determine the existence of risk that should be reported to the authority, based on local regulations and corporate policies.
- Ensure each investigation is concluded within the standard timeframe to avoid backlogs.
- Use expert knowledge to exercise sound judgment to gather all relevant information, including obtaining relevant KYC documentation and clarifications, to execute independent verification and validation to minimize regulatory risk.
- Operating within agreed business SLAs and confidentiality standards.
- Got appreciation from the Client on the smooth KYC process in Voice of client
- Act as KYC Counsellor to provide counsel to team members to improve the quality.
- Various tools are used such as Orbis, Probes for research.
Financial Analyst
Wipro Ltd.
Mumbai
04.2016 - 09.2018
- Executed detailed research on existing clients through various databases including D&B and Banker Almanac.
- Analyzed client data in APAC, NAM, and EMEA regions for AML compliance adherence.
- Updated client management systems based on compliance checks and international policies.
- Resolved escalated client issues to maintain service excellence.
- Delivered regular updates and performance metrics to senior stakeholders for transparency.
- Managed quality improvement initiatives within the team to minimize error rates.
- Detected discrepancies in financial information, proposing necessary corrections.
- Screened for sanctions and PEPs, assessing potential negative news impact across divisions.
Education
Certified Investment Banking Operations Professional -
Imarticus Learning
Mumbai, India01.2015
Masters in Finance and Control -
Gangadhar Meher (Auto) College
Odisha, India01.2013
Bachelors Of Commerce -
Gangadhar Meher (Auto) College
Odisha, India01.2013
H.S.C -
Guru Nanak Public School
Odisha, India01.2010
Skills
- Time management and deadlines
- Independent work under pressure
- Team leadership
- Effective communication
- Adaptability and learning agility
- Regulatory compliance
- Document verification
- AML investigations
Languages
- English
- Hindi
- Odia
Hobbies and Interests
Gardening, Crafts, Yoga
Certification
- Certified Investment Banking Operations Professional from Imarticus Mumbai
Languages
odia
First Language
English
Advanced (C1)
C1
Hindi
Proficient (C2)
C2
Affiliations
- Awarded as best performer for continuing two years
- Awarded for 100% quality by the region head
- Received appreciation from different stakeholders for the timely completion of urgent KYC records
Timeline
Assistant Manager AML KYC
CITI Corp Services India Pvt Ltd-CITI Bank
10.2018 - Current
Financial Analyst
Wipro Ltd.
04.2016 - 09.2018
Certified Investment Banking Operations Professional -
Imarticus Learning
Masters in Finance and Control -
Gangadhar Meher (Auto) College
Bachelors Of Commerce -
Gangadhar Meher (Auto) College
H.S.C -
Guru Nanak Public School
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