Hemanth Krishnan
AML Compliance
Bengaluru
Summary
Highly accomplished AML/KYC professional with over 10 years of experience supporting top-tier global financial institutions. Proven expertise in AML/CTF, KYC, CDD/EDD, Transaction Monitoring, and Investment Banking Operation, with a strong track record of managing high-risk reviews and meeting regulatory expectations in fast-paced environments. Recognized for strong leadership, analytical ability, and clear communication. Seeking a challenging role to deliver impactful compliance solutions while advancing professional growth.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Manager Lead
Citi Bank
06.2022 - Current
- Conduct Client Due Diligence (CDD) and Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD) to gather information such as identity verification, source of funds, source of wealth and beneficial ownership for different clients, Risk based approach followed.
- Perform initial checks on client documents and data to ensure completeness and accuracy.
- Support in conducting research using various databases and sources to verify client information.
- Evaluate based on client risk levels which includes business activities, geographic location, and other relevant factors.
- Conduct Sanction screening and adverse media screening of customers using specialized tools and databases and analyze screening results to identify matches with sanctioned individuals, entities, or countries.
- Maintain accurate documentation for all clients, including KYC profiles and ongoing monitoring records.
- Conduct reviews for ongoing Transaction Monitoring of client accounts, including periodic reviews and event driven reviews.
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders to address KYC-related issues and provide guidance on regulatory requirements.
- Continuously evaluate and enhance KYC processes and procedures to improve efficiency and strengthen compliance controls.
Senior Associate
BNP Paribas
07.2020 - 05.2022
- Strengthened Financial crime controls by proactively identifying and escalating high-risk cases to senior management.
- Conducted in-depth KYC reviews, enhanced transaction analysis, red-flag identification, and due diligence investigations.
- Supported SAR/STR preparation and filing, ensuring accurate documentation and regulatory compliance.
- Gained end-to-end exposure to AML operations including KYC, CDD, EDD, and Transaction Monitoring.
- Maintained strong knowledge of evolving KYC regulations and industry best practices, mitigating compliance and operational risks.
Senior Analyst
NatWest Group
07.2014 - 06.2020
- Performed Nostro, Stock, and Position reconciliations using TLM, along with Fund Reconciliations (NAV & Pricing), consistently meeting SLAs.
- Established robust control and governance frameworks for Regulatory Reporting to ensure accuracy, quality, and compliance.
- Managed account maintenance charges, interest postings, and pseudo-account reconciliations with timely discrepancy resolution.
- Oversaw account opening, closure, and static data maintenance ensuring regulatory compliance and data integrity.
- Supported Trade Matching, Allocation, and Break Investigation using FullSuite and EBS (Enhanced Banking System) in TLM application.
- Implemented risk mitigation strategies in collaboration with Change Management and Operations teams.
Education
MBA - FSM
Anna University
IndiaBBM - CA
Nehru Arts And Science College
IndiaIntermediate - undefined
Vijaya Matha Convent
IndiaSkills
AML / CTF Compliance
KYC Onboarding
Client Due Diligence (CDD)
Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD)
Transaction Monitoring
Sanctions Screening
Adverse Media Screening
Regulatory Compliance
Risk Assessment
Stakeholder Management
Analytical & Problem Solving
Leadership & Communication
Timeline
Assistant Manager Lead
Citi Bank
06.2022 - Current
Senior Associate
BNP Paribas
07.2020 - 05.2022
Senior Analyst
NatWest Group
07.2014 - 06.2020
Intermediate - undefined
Vijaya Matha Convent
MBA - FSM
Anna University
BBM - CA
Nehru Arts And Science College