Pearl Fernandes
Mumbai
Summary
Results-oriented KYC professional with over 3 years of experience in KYC processing and risk management. Demonstrates expertise in regulatory compliance, client onboarding, and fraud mitigation, contributing to organizational growth. Strong analytical skills enhance operational efficiency and improve dispute resolution processes. Committed to delivering exceptional service while safeguarding data security and fostering client satisfaction.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
KYC Advisor
Willis Towers Watson
Mumbai
11.2021 - Current
- Ensured that all AML and KYC policies are properly implemented across the organization.
- Ensured comprehensive KYC and sanctions screening for entities, individuals, and vessels using RDC/BVD, DNB, Factiva, company websites, registry, and KYC workflow tools, with no breaches identified.
- Identified and reported sanctions from global and regional screenings, ensuring compliance with AML guidelines.
- Monitored and flagged sanctions and Politically Exposed Persons (PEPs) from screenings, maintaining adherence to AML regulations.
- Ensured AML compliance by identifying and reporting sanctions and PEPs from global and regional screenings.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and screening of existing clients, ensuring updates in previously screened profiles were identified and communicated to the respective Business Unit Compliance Officer.
- Escalated suspicious cases and frauds to the Group Compliance Team for further investigation and obtained Senior Management sign-off approval.
- Demonstrated expertise in handling UBO requests, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
- Handled escalations and urgent KYC requests within turnaround time, ensuring timely resolution.
- Managed various projects across different jurisdictions, ensuring completion within deadlines for both existing and new clients.
Education
Bachelor of Management Studies - Finance
Don Bosco College, Kurla
Mumbai, India01-2021
Higher Secondary Certificate - Commerce
St. Xavier's High School & Jr. College
Mumbai, India01-2018
Secondary School Certificate -
St. Xavier's High School & Jr. College
Mumbai, India01-2016
Skills
- Client Onboarding
- Risk Management
- KYC Processing
- Sanction Screening
- Customer Due Diligence
- Enhanced Due Diligence
- Anti-Money Laundering
- Fraud Dispute
Certification
- ICA Certificate in KYC & CDD
- Six Sigma Yellow Belt Specialization
- Six Sigma Green Belt Specialization
- Business Analysis & Process Management
- Overview of An-Money Laundering
- Global Compliances Overview
- Governance of An Money Laundering Framework Webinar
- MSCIT & Telly ERP 0.9 with GST
Timeline
KYC Advisor
Willis Towers Watson
11.2021 - Current
- ICA Certificate in KYC & CDD
- Six Sigma Yellow Belt Specialization
- Six Sigma Green Belt Specialization
- Business Analysis & Process Management
- Overview of An-Money Laundering
- Global Compliances Overview
- Governance of An Money Laundering Framework Webinar
- MSCIT & Telly ERP 0.9 with GST
Bachelor of Management Studies - Finance
Don Bosco College, Kurla
Higher Secondary Certificate - Commerce
St. Xavier's High School & Jr. College
Secondary School Certificate -
St. Xavier's High School & Jr. College
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