Detail-oriented professional with extensive experience in trade surveillance and regulatory compliance. Proven track record in monitoring trading activities, analyzing risks, and ensuring adherence to regulatory standards. Skilled in enhancing governance frameworks to mitigate risks in financial markets. Committed to contributing expertise to a dynamic team focused on compliance and risk management.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Director (AVP)
Morgan Stanley Advantage Services Pvt Ltd.
10.2024 - Current
Coordinated and executed core governance activities for Compliance Trade Surveillance program, including risk assessments and policy development.
Facilitated key governance forums, partnering with senior stakeholders to develop materials and document meeting outcomes.
Tracked delivery of commitments stemming from engagements with internal audit and regulatory bodies.
Maintained integrity of Trade Surveillance data within Compliance Monitoring Inventory.
Managed outsourcing responsibilities for Trade Surveillance program, including documentation updates and participation in outsourcing forums.
Oversaw relationships with external vendors, ensuring compliance with firm requirements through regular governance meetings.
Assisted in implementation of surveillance-related projects and initiatives, enhancing overall program effectiveness.
Director, Compliance Controls & Testing
Morgan Stanley Advantage Services Pvt Ltd.
01.2023 - 09.2024
Executed control testing programs to evaluate Financial Crime Compliance effectiveness across business units.
Conducted sample testing and deep-dive reviews of Anti-Money Laundering, Counter-Terrorist Financing, and sanctions screening processes.
Identified gaps in existing controls versus expected standards, mapping risks and weaknesses through structured assessments.
Reported findings, escalated issues, and collaborated with stakeholders to create corrective action plans.
Delivered compliance risk assessment reports, validated by Regional Head of Compliance Control Monitoring.
Analyst, Associate & Manager
Morgan Stanley Advantage Services Pvt Ltd.
06.2014 - 12.2022
Led surveillance team in monitoring trading activities to detect market abuse and financial misconduct.
Conducted comprehensive analysis of cash equity and derivatives across APAC and EMEA regions.
Reviewed regulatory alerts according to global best practices and compliance requirements.
Oversaw team reviews of alerts, ensuring adherence to established protocols.
Utilized vendor applications such as Actimize and SMARTS for effective surveillance processes.
Analyzed trends in identified issues and recommended appropriate remedial actions.
Collaborated with IT and stakeholders during UAT for in-house models.
Engaged in regulatory inquiries by providing necessary documentation and conducting due diligence.
Intern
Philip Capital
01.2019 - 03.2019
Advising and analyzing the investment avenues in equity, commodity and hedging.
Education
MMS - Finance
N.L. Dalmia
Mumbai
01.2014
BMS - Finance
Mithibai College
Mumbai
01.2011
HSC -
Thakur College of Science and Commerce
01.2008
SSC -
St. Xavier's High School
01.2006
Skills
Trade surveillance
Regulatory reporting
Control testing
Tools
Actimize
Bloomberg Terminal
Smarts
MS Office
Refinitiv
Various in-house tools
Extracurricular Activities
Associated with various committees in MS, including the Environment, Social Finance Forum, Philanthropy, and Events
Choreographed for the dance performance for the team in annual events each year
Won the MasterChef Challenge at the intra-company level
Deputy CEO of Finance Forum in MMS (NLDIMSR)
Projects
Leading and participating in various UATs and migrations from the sending team
Tuning model thresholds and presenting to management for approval
Smarts calibration for various reports
Training and presenting to new joiners about types of market abuse, internal systems, and trade surveillance models
Completed 60 hours of Compliance Academy training organized by the team in 2017
Internship with Philip Capital for 8 weeks on investment opportunities in the equity and commodities market, advising and analyzing the investment avenues in equity, commodities, and hedging