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SHAJAHAN KATHAR

SHAJAHAN KATHAR

Compliance Officer and Data Analyst
Abu Dhabi

Summary

Accomplished AML expert with 15 years of experience in overseeing AML/CFT compliance, data analysis, transaction monitoring, scenario fine-tuning and alert management reporting. Demonstrated success in upholding AML requirements, addressing RFIs promptly, and driving process enhancements through Examination and Audit reviews. Proficient in deciphering intricate AML/CFT mandates, crafting compliance reporting procedures, and executing impactful compliance KRI & KPI reporting mechanisms.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
2
2
Languages

Work History

Compliance Officer and Data Analyst

Al Hilal Bank
09.2023 - 03.2025
  • Prepare regulatory mandatory reports, maintaining adherence to industry standards.
  • Conduct trend analysis and due diligence on flagged accounts, ensuring compliance with regulatory.
  • Manage and oversee monitoring of alerts and case statuses, generating and disseminating MI reports for strategic decision-making.
  • Collaborated with internal stakeholders to ensure effective implementation of KRIs and KPIs related to AML/CFT.
  • Conducted trend analysis and pattern recognition to identify emerging risks and threats.
  • Developed and maintained AML/CFT reports, including SARs/ STRs to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
  • Managed and implemented AML/CFT projects, including process improvements, system enhancements, and regulatory compliance initiatives.
  • Regularly preparing regulatory mandatory reports, maintaining adherence to all applicable regulations and industry standards.
  • Strategically allocating alerts and cases based on an aging perspective to optimize workflow efficiency and resource allocation.

AML Analyst

First Abu Dhabi Bank
09.2022 - 07.2023
  • Regularly conducted trend analysis on a weekly basis to identify emerging patterns and potential risks.
  • Implemented process improvements aimed at optimizing efficiency and effectiveness in AML operations.
  • Consistently met deadlines for the timely delivery of MI reports and monthly dashboards to management, facilitating informed decision-making.
  • Fostered effective communication with other segment heads to enhance collaboration and align processes with organizational goals.
  • Provided invaluable technical support to the business by developing and maintaining reports and dashboards tailored to specific requirements.
  • Successfully resolved team queries through subject expertise, troubleshooting, problem-solving, and root cause analysis.
  • Maintained strict adherence to compliance and regulatory rules, ensuring the integrity and security of financial transactions.

Senior Specialist

Standard Chartered Bank
04.2019 - 08.2022
  • Conducted data analytics presentations for the operational management team.
  • Provided monthly capacity planning and projections for each team.
  • Dispersed internal and external reports to senior management as required.
  • Provided constructive feedback to team for continuous improvement and shared best practices.
  • Scrutinized transaction purpose and consistency using supporting documentation.
  • Assessed customer transactions considering country risk factors, red flags, detection scenarios, and adverse public domain information.

Assistant Manager

Tata Consultancy Services
01.2011 - 04.2019
  • Managed team operations including planning, recruitment, training, performance evaluation, ensured team for efficiency and KPI achievement.
  • Assessed team quality using sampling methodology, provided constructive feedback and shared best practices.
  • Monitored transaction trends for Standard Chartered Bank, USA, scrutinized transactions for financial crimes and evaluated customer transactions for risk factors.
  • Acted as SME overseeing various review processes.
  • Conducted high quality and on time reviews, took absolute measures to improve sales through effective merchandising strategies.

Senior Customer Support Executive

HCL Technologies
01.2008 - 04.2011
  • Managed various account openings, ensuring adherence to company protocols.
  • Validated KYC documents meticulously in line with established procedures.
  • Processed fund transfer requests promptly and accurately as per customer directives.
  • Executed customer AML scores meticulously to facilitate new account openings.
  • Oversaw compliance queues diligently, promptly reporting any issues to management.
  • Resolved customer queries efficiently and effectively via email communication.
  • Updated records promptly and accurately in response to customer requests, maintaining data integrity.

Education

Master of Science - Computer Science

Jamal Mohamed College
Trichy
04.2001 -

Bachelor of Science - Computer Science

Ponnaiyah Ramajayam College
Thanjavur, India
04.2001 -

Skills

  • Excel VBA Macros
  • Microsoft Power BI
  • SQL
  • Tableau
  • Visual Basic
  • Compliance monitoring
  • Trend monitoring
  • Internal audits
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Analytical skills

Timeline

Compliance Officer and Data Analyst

Al Hilal Bank
09.2023 - 03.2025

AML Analyst

First Abu Dhabi Bank
09.2022 - 07.2023

Senior Specialist

Standard Chartered Bank
04.2019 - 08.2022

Assistant Manager

Tata Consultancy Services
01.2011 - 04.2019

Senior Customer Support Executive

HCL Technologies
01.2008 - 04.2011

Master of Science - Computer Science

Jamal Mohamed College
04.2001 -

Bachelor of Science - Computer Science

Ponnaiyah Ramajayam College
04.2001 -

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