HEMANTH KUMAR KEELU
Compliance Analyst
Visakhapatnam
Summary
Experienced compliance analyst with a focus on quality. Skilled in tracking, documenting, and reporting requirements. Able to assess work, materials, and procedures to recommend adjustments for compliance. Over 9 years of experience bringing a motivated and energetic mindset to every project.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
2014
2014
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Languages
Work History
Compliance Analyst
JP Morgan Chase & Company
02.2022 - Current
- Specialized in compliance for the APAC region, ensuring effective application of procedures and adherence to regulatory standards.
- Handled fraud cases in collaboration with onshore teams and the MLRO, contributing to process enhancements and risk mitigation.
- Led team tasks and managed daily performance metrics to ensure timely completion of deliverables.
- Played a key role in the OSDS-1 project by providing APAC-specific insights and conducting product demos.
- Developed and implemented improvement and corrective action plans to align operations with compliance and quality standards.
- Proactively expanded technical knowledge by attending internal Alteryx training sessions.
- Maintained up-to-date awareness of regulatory changes and internal policy updates to ensure continuous compliance.
Senior Analyst
Capgemini Business Services
11.2020 - 02.2022
- Conducted Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD) on clients using tools such as RDC and World-Check for effective risk screening.
- Identified and monitored suspicious activities and transactions involving individuals and entities within the bank.
- Drafted detailed investigative narratives and coordinated with relevant parties to obtain additional information when required.
- Assessed gathered information to determine the need for further investigation based on risk and relevance.
- Worked collaboratively in team settings, offering support and guidance to colleagues.
- Demonstrated strong time management, consistently meeting deadlines.
- Adapted quickly to new tools and environments, with a strong commitment to continuous learning and improvement.
- Effectively balanced independent work and teamwork to meet goals efficiently.
- Streamlined project management processes, ensuring timely deliverables and enhanced client satisfaction.
- Partnered with cross-functional teams to identify process improvements, increasing overall operational efficiency.
Regulatory Analyst
Societe Generale
01.2020 - 10.2020
- Performed Customer Due Diligence (CDD) prior to account openings, ensuring full compliance with regulatory and internal standards.
- Reviewed and validated tax documentation (FATCA, CRS, FBL) for clients in the AMER region, ensuring alignment with global regulatory requirements.
- Managed FATCA tax forms (W-9/W-8 series), processing them through the MD3 tool to ensure adherence to U.S. IRS regulations.
- Verified the legal existence of entities using public domain sources such as LEI, Bloomberg, and SEC, as well as third-party verification tools.
- Demonstrated strong knowledge of both system-generated and manually prepared tax forms, with thorough analysis covering all areas required under U.S. FATCA and OECD CRS (Automatic Exchange of Information).
- Supported tax reporting initiatives by working on 'Corporate Actions' and 'E-collects' in accordance with applicable tax regulations.
KYC Analyst
HSBC Electronic Data Processing India Pvt. Ltd
02.2017 - 01.2020
- Managed Client Onboarding (COB) and handled exceptions in compliance with regulatory standards across various jurisdictions.
- Assisted bank clients by overseeing KYC and account opening processes, ensuring alignment with governance and compliance requirements.
- Utilized screening and risk intelligence tools such as LexisNexis, World-Check, and RDC to perform due diligence checks.
- Conducted KYC screening in line with global policies, accurately documenting client information and risk factors.
- Performed periodic KYC reviews based on client risk ratings using Risk Rating Matrix (RRM) and Account Activity Reviews (AAR) to detect unusual activities or changes in client circumstances.
- Carried out Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD) for high-risk clients, including Politically Exposed Persons (PEPs) and High Net-Worth Individuals (HNWIs), with a focus on verifying Source of Funds (SoF) and Source of Wealth (SoW).
- Reviewed and assessed cross-border transactions to ensure compliance with internal and external regulatory frameworks.
AML Executive
HSBC Electronic Data Processing India Pvt. Ltd
02.2017 - 01.2020
- Ensured full compliance with AML laws, regulations, and internal policies, including OFAC, CIP, KYC, and customer/transaction monitoring standards.
- Monitored transactions to verify legitimacy and assess potential risks related to Anti-Money Laundering (AML), Terrorist Financing (TF), Human Trafficking, and other financial crimes.
- Conducted in-depth reviews and analysis of transactional data to evaluate alerts and determine if further investigation or escalation was necessary.
- Prepared Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs) in line with regulatory guidelines and within required timeframes, ensuring comprehensive documentation and risk analysis.
- Performed negative news and adverse media screening on new-to-bank clients during the onboarding process, making informed, risk-based decisions based on findings.
Business Process Executive
Patra India BPO Pvt Ltd.
04.2016 - 02.2017
- Reviewed Customer Information Forms (CIF) to verify changes in customer circumstances and ensured updates were accurately reflected in relevant systems.
- Prepared and distributed weekly and monthly performance and volume trend reports to management, highlighting team efficiency and key metrics.
- Monitored the status of operational queues daily to ensure timely task completion and prevent any breaches of Service Level Agreements (SLAs).
Education
B.tech - E.E.E
VIGNAN’S INSTITUE OF INFORMATION AND TECHNOLOGY
Skills
effective organizational skills
data analysis proficiency
efficient task management
strategic issue analysis
Strong relationship-building abilities
effective telephone communication
effective verbal communication
effective written communication
Accomplishments
- Recognized for delivering excellent productivity and helped new agents to improve process knowledge during their learning curve phase.
- Good team player and have taken responsibility of handling team.
- Consistent performer throughout tenure and able to set priorities and long term goals.
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 04/28/93
- Gender: Male
- Nationality: Indian
Timeline
Compliance Analyst
JP Morgan Chase & Company
02.2022 - Current
Senior Analyst
Capgemini Business Services
11.2020 - 02.2022
Regulatory Analyst
Societe Generale
01.2020 - 10.2020
KYC Analyst
HSBC Electronic Data Processing India Pvt. Ltd
02.2017 - 01.2020
AML Executive
HSBC Electronic Data Processing India Pvt. Ltd
02.2017 - 01.2020
Business Process Executive
Patra India BPO Pvt Ltd.
04.2016 - 02.2017
B.tech - E.E.E
VIGNAN’S INSTITUE OF INFORMATION AND TECHNOLOGY