Godwin Stephen S
Senior Due Diligence Consultant
Chennai
Summary
Experienced Quality Control, Financial Crimes Risk and Compliance professional with over 13 years in commercial banking, corporate investment banking, and consumer small business banking. Track record of maintaining AML, KYC, CDD, and EDD compliance in prestigious organizations like TCS, HSBC, and Wells Fargo. Skilled in process training and team management, focused on achieving operational excellence and high levels of customer satisfaction.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Due Diligence Consultant
Wells Fargo International Solutions Pvt Ltd.
10.2017 - Current
- Proficient in KYC, AML, and CTF regulatory frameworks
- Experienced with sanctions screening tools, PEP databases, and due diligence methodologies (CDD/EDD).
- Performed extensive due diligence on individual clients, corporations, and entities, carrying out meticulous risk assessments and background evaluations.
- Assessed negative news and information associated with customers or entities, guaranteeing compliance with regulatory mandates.
- Examined and verified KYC/CDD documentation with beneficial ownership details for adherence to accuracy and compliance standards.
- Coordinated with peers and stakeholders to navigate complex due diligence and risk management issues.
- Consolidated report results and communicated issues when required, supporting timely and effective risk management.
- Operated as subject matter expert for due diligence requirements, data sources, and best practices.
- Functioned as QC process trainer and adeptly guided neurodiverse candidate, enabling their entry into process.
CDD Analyst
HSBC EDP India Pvt Ltd.
12.2014 - 10.2017
- Handled CDD profile management for Commercial Banking clients, focusing on periodic and event-driven reviews.
- Utilized approved public databases to collect and analyse customer ID&V, KYC, and CDD information based on regulatory requirements.
- Conducted customer screening and negative news searches, performing initial discounting and escalation as needed.
- Finalized and verified customer CDD profiles for accuracy and compliance.
Process Associate
TCS Ltd.
12.2012 - 12.2014
- Managed Citi Bank mortgage accounts for borrowers who filed for bankruptcy.
- Discharged accounts from bankruptcy cases and referred for relief from stay as needed.
- Coordinated with stakeholders to resolve payment issues and maintain account currency.
- Created and filed court documents related to post-petition fee notices.
- Reviewed and updated bankruptcy case information in systems and portals.
Education
Masters - English Literature
Presidency college
05.2012
Bachelors of Arts - English Literature
Dr. Ambedkar Govt. Arts & Science College
05.2010
Skills
Teamwork
Team Handling
MIS Reporting
Error Trend Analysis Report
Problem-Solving
Adaptability
Time Management
Customer Due Diligence
Transaction Monitoring
Sanctions Screening
Negative News Screening
KYC Documentation
Compliance
Risk Assessment
Data Analysis
Reporting
Leadership
Collaboration
Aml Kyc Skills
- Customer Due Diligence
- Transaction Monitoring
- Sanctions Screening
- Negative News Screening
- KYC Documentation
- Compliance
- Risk Assessment
- Data Analysis
- Reporting
Accomplishments
Collaborative with Wells Fargo's Learning and Development team I've achieved an internal Certification to Facilitate a Foundation Program on 'Financial Crimes Learning Path'. (Nearly 180+ Team members Participated in the program as of now)
Timeline
Senior Due Diligence Consultant
Wells Fargo International Solutions Pvt Ltd.
10.2017 - Current
CDD Analyst
HSBC EDP India Pvt Ltd.
12.2014 - 10.2017
Process Associate
TCS Ltd.
12.2012 - 12.2014
Masters - English Literature
Presidency college
Bachelors of Arts - English Literature
Dr. Ambedkar Govt. Arts & Science College