MANOHAR NAVENDAR
Pune
Summary
To be associated with a progressive organization to apply my knowledge and skills and be part of a team that dynamically works towards the growth of the organization. Experienced FCC (Financial Crime Compliance) specialist with a demonstrated global corporate history of 10 years in consulting, as well as industry, skilled in Anti-Money Laundering and KYC professional, such as in KYC onboarding.|Periodic Review.| Refresh | CDD | EDD | Sanction |Transaction Monitoring.|Fraud Investigation. SAR filing.|Monitoring and surveillance, etc.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Associate
BNY International India PVT LTD
Pune
08.2021 - Current
- Reviewed and updated customer due diligence files to ensure regulatory compliance.
- Conducted identity verification processes to fulfill AML requirements effectively.
- Trained and mentored consultants, boosting overall team productivity.
- Executed daily operations for researching and documenting Know Your Customer (KYC) data.
- Liaised with CRO and clients to collect documentation necessary for KYC completion.
- Provided feedback on new joiner profiles prior to QA submission, enhancing quality checks.
- Collaborated with compliance teams on negative media reviews and high-risk memo preparation.
- Maintained current knowledge through ongoing education and advanced training.
TEAM LEADER
JP MORGAN CHASE &CO
Hyderabad
12.2017 - 01.2021
- Verified compliance of Client Identification Program (CIP) with Know Your Customer (KYC) regulations and Bank Secrecy Act (BSA).
- Identified risk ratings for accounts to highlight high-risk jurisdictions and politically exposed persons (PEPs).
- Conducted extensive due diligence investigations using public and private databases to mitigate operational risks.
- Performed enhanced due diligence research to uncover derogatory information influencing client relationship decisions.
- Ensured final reports were comprehensive and suitable for client onboarding and decision-making processes.
- Screened customer information against global sanctions lists, PEP databases, and adverse media reports.
- Monitored transactional patterns to detect unusual or suspicious behavior deviating from expected activity profiles.
- Analyzed geographic data to assess risks associated with high-risk jurisdictions known for criminal activities.
SENIOR ANALYST / SME
WIPRO LIMITED
Hyderabad
12.2015 - 11.2017
- Conducted client reviews based on assigned risk ratings, ensuring KYC compliance through dual verification.
- Collected and validated client information from public sources to maintain regulatory accuracy.
- Analyzed and evaluated client documentation against KYC norms and financial crime policies.
- Managed end-to-end KYC processes, ensuring adherence to regulations during onboarding and remediation.
- Provided training and guidance to analysts on AML, KYC, and CFT compliance best practices.
- Executed quality checks within the team, delivering feedback to maintain management standards.
- Participated in MOT tests and contributed ideas for improving CDD, Launchpad, and COLT dashboard processes.
- Performed KYC screenings on new clients utilizing various independent research sources for thorough validation.
PROCESS ASSOCIATE-L2
Franklin Templeton India Services Limited
Hyderabad
05.2013 - 11.2015
- Executed Transfer Agency operations, processing financial trades per investor requests.
- Placed trades for subscriptions, redemptions, transfers, and exchanges based on fund deadlines.
- Ensured compliance with AML and KYC regulations when opening portfolios.
- Conducted portfolio screenings in line with AML and KYC requirements.
- Filed SAR and reported suspicious activities to MLRO promptly.
- Managed client escalation emails, maintaining response times within 24 hours.
- Updated policies and procedures to reflect current operational standards.
- Monitored accounts subject to trade control and AML regulations.
Education
Bachelor of Commerce - Commerce
Osmania University
Hyderabad, TS, IN01.2011
Skills
- Problem solving and risk assessment
- Regulatory compliance and due diligence
- Email management
- Staff training and onboarding
- KYC remediation and financial crime prevention
- Quality control
- Team collaboration
- Attention to detail
- Report preparation
- Screening (PEP, negative media, Lexis, Nexis)
- Anti-money laundering (AML)
- Risk mitigation
Accomplishments
Received an award for the best performer for the month of January 2025.
Hobbies and Interests
- Playing cricket
- Travelling
Timeline
Associate
BNY International India PVT LTD
08.2021 - Current
TEAM LEADER
JP MORGAN CHASE &CO
12.2017 - 01.2021
SENIOR ANALYST / SME
WIPRO LIMITED
12.2015 - 11.2017
PROCESS ASSOCIATE-L2
Franklin Templeton India Services Limited
05.2013 - 11.2015
Bachelor of Commerce - Commerce
Osmania University