High-performing professional with over 12 years of experience in KYC governance, vendor management, customer due diligence, account opening, and screening within compliance and banking operations. Strong understanding of consumer and wealth banking business. Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail. Thrives in collaborative environments, excelling at managing multiple projects simultaneously with high accuracy and efficiency. Builds and maintains relationships with diverse stakeholders in dynamic, fast-paced settings. Widely recognized for exceptional performance and contributions to the organizational mission.
Overview
2025
2025
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certificate
Work History
Manager – AML/KYC Governance & Operations – C11
Citicorp Services India Private Limited
Chennai., Tamilnadu
1 2022 - Current
Govern remediation work assignments under general supervision to complete assessments on assigned reviews and projects
Organize and circulate assessment reports and lead closing conferences with various stakeholders
Efficiently examine quality & throughput of projects to alleviate reduction in overdue compliance activities
Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, auditors, and legal counsel to confirm compliance with applicable laws and regulations
Monitor and assess compliance and business risks associated with operational processes and procedures
Cross-trained and backed up other customer service managers
Work together with staff members to enhance customer service experience and exceed team goals through effective client satisfaction rates
Extended internal support for audit, compliance, and reporting activities
Managed cross-functional teams to resolve project issues and mitigate risks
Reconciled staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground
Evaluated employee & vendor performance of 40+ makers and conveyed constructive feedback to improve skills
Led change management initiatives to drive organizational transformation without compromising employee morale or productivity levels
Championed diversity initiatives within department, promoting an inclusive work environment where all employees felt valued and respected
Appraised by an internal control unit on managing client impacted case completion
Spearheaded successful projects from conception through completion, showcasing strong project management abilities
Won two bronzes for project completion and one bronze as CSR volunteer
Officer – C10
Citibank
Chennai, Tamilnadu
01.2020 - 12.2021
Investigated and performed due diligence to multiple lines of business (Credit Card, Retail Bank, and Trade) with higher risk customers, transactions, products, and geographies, compliance requirements and related controls
Provided feedback on work completed by reviewers to ensure quality, accuracy, and effectiveness (Quality Control and Quality Assurance)
Oversaw execution of AML transaction and account monitoring surveillance
Responsible for screening current banking customers for unusual and/or suspicious banking activity based on Global Screening policies
Analyzed watchlist output and made decisions on appropriate action to take while maintaining thorough documentation of all performed
Examined red flag activity on client profile and raised SAR
Prepared and submitted detailed reports regarding assignments and ongoing investigations
Supported peer review on MCA reported cases and sustained with quality
Processed 60% team volume for a Q2-21 with high QC accuracy of 95%
Officer – C09
Citibank
Chennai, Tamilnadu
11.2017 - 12.2019
Functioned Public Figure On-boarding due diligence based on screening review
Conducted ongoing due diligence on business relationship and scrutiny of transactions undertaken throughout the course of relationship to ensure that transactions being conducted are consistent with the institution's knowledge of customers, their business, risk profile, and, where necessary, source of funds
Identified customers and/or beneficiary owners and verified identity using reliable independent source documents, data, or information
Progressed FTPR and Throughput to 90%
Officer – C05
Citicorp Services India Pvt Ltd
Chennai, Tamilnadu
09.2015 - 11.2017
Performed quality check and investigation, managing responsibility for all levels of Authorizers, and assigning cases to representatives.
Processed and verified stop payments request on daily basis and stopped payments based on client's request.
Managed stop payment review of 13 FMP segments
Senior Analyst
RBS Business Services India Pvt Ltd
Chennai, Tamilnadu
02.2012 - 09.2015
Team (1) Corporate Client Servicing and Account Facilitation Services
Team (2) Customer Due Diligence (CDD) and Know Your Customer (KYC) Analyst
Identifying and Verifying (ID& V) the customer identity while client On-boarding in agreed parameters.
Senior Authorizer for the Client (Corporate) on boarding; Account Opening; Account Servicing and the legal requirements verification of the Europe select Countries.
Providing End-to-End Support in Corporate Client On-boarding and servicing / coordinating to complete requests of client and account level.
Accessing various authenticated online sources and verifying client’s history during onboard process.
Collecting / Verifying Legal and Country specific documents during client on boarding and account opening.
Education
MBA - Finance & Marketing
SASTRA DEEMED UNIVERSITY
Thanjavur, Tamilnadu
06.2009 - 05.2011
B.Com - Commerce
Bishop Heber College
Tiruchirappalli, Tamilnadu
06.2006 - 05.2009
Skills
Client Onboarding
Certification
Certified Money Laundering Investigator, CAMI
Work Availability
monday
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morning
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evening
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Quote
Paying attention to simple little things that most men neglect makes a few men rich.
Henry Ford
Accomplishments
Collaborated with team of 40+ for Project- 51 KYC SOW Remediation completion.
Achieved 90% success rate through effectively aiding Multiple Projects.
Fulfilled regulatory CIP-P project requirements within span of 72 hours and successfully passed the parameters by oversight team of 150+ vendor members.
Governed MSB project and completed within deadline with high accuracy.
Awarded Citi Gratitude and Bravo Award for process excellence and GCD community development.