Abhishek Baghel
Noida
Summary
Senior Analyst with 3+ years of experience in financial crime risk analysis, data analysis, and investigative research. Skilled in AML/CTF frameworks, KYC/CDD and enhanced due diligence (EDD), identifying suspicious patterns, validating customer and business data, and detecting anomalies using data analysis techniques, internal risk assessment platforms, and advanced Excel/SQL. Experienced in due diligence, risk-based assessment, and uncovering inconsistencies across large datasets. Strong ability to support transaction monitoring, investigation workflows, and compliance processes in fast-paced environments.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
4
4
Certifications
1
1
Language
Work History
Senior Analyst
ZIGRAM
07.2024 - Current
- Conducted due diligence reviews on high-risk datasets using internal risk assessment platforms to identify financial crime risks and ensure alignment with regulatory and compliance standards.
- Worked with internal tools and platforms (e.g., Transact Comply, Prescreening.io) to support due diligence, risk assessment, and data validation processes.
- Analyzed transaction-related datasets using SQL and Excel to identify anomalies, suspicious patterns, and potential risk indicators aligned with AML typologies.
- Performed risk-based assessments and validated records using internal and external sources, supporting KYC/CDD and enhanced due diligence (EDD) processes.
- Conducted adverse media checks and basic sanctions/PEP screening to identify reputational and compliance risks.
- Led a team of 5 analysts while collaborating with cross-functional teams to improve data quality, identify red flags, and strengthen investigation workflows.
- Escalated high-risk cases based on identified red flags, supporting compliance, investigation workflows, and reporting requirements.
Research Associate
AMA Research & Media
04.2022 - 07.2024
- Conducted detailed company profiling, including analysis of ownership structures, business activities, and market positioning to support risk-based assessments.
- Performed extensive secondary research using external databases to validate company information and identify inconsistencies or potential risk indicators.
- Analyzed business behaviour, financial trends, and industry patterns to detect anomalies and red flags.
- Prepared structured analytical reports with clear documentation of findings, supporting decision-making and compliance-related insights.
- Assessed industry and regulatory risks to identify potential exposure to financial crime, compliance, and operational risks.
- Conducted external research, including adverse media checks and basic sanctions/PEP screening, to identify potential risk exposure.
Education
Master of Business Administration (MBA) - Finance
Mangalayatan University
Aligarh, Uttar Pradesh06.2025
Diploma In Elementary Education - undefined
Chhatrapati Shahu Ji Maharaj University
Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh05.2020
Bachelor of Science - undefined
Chhatrapati Shahu Ji Maharaj University
Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh12.2016
Senior Secondary - undefined
CBSE
Etawah, Uttar PradeshSecondary - undefined
CBSE
Etawah, Uttar PradeshSkills
AML & Financial Crime Investigation
KYC / CDD / EDD Reviews
Transaction Monitoring & Alert Analysis
Sanctions & PEP Screening
Due Diligence & Customer Risk Assessment
Data Analysis & Suspicious Pattern Detection
Certification
Anti-Money Laundering Concepts: AML, KYC and Compliance - Udemy
Timeline
Senior Analyst
ZIGRAM
07.2024 - Current
Research Associate
AMA Research & Media
04.2022 - 07.2024
Diploma In Elementary Education - undefined
Chhatrapati Shahu Ji Maharaj University
Bachelor of Science - undefined
Chhatrapati Shahu Ji Maharaj University
Senior Secondary - undefined
CBSE
Secondary - undefined
CBSE
Master of Business Administration (MBA) - Finance
Mangalayatan University