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Treza Sagaya Nathan

Treza Sagaya Nathan

Bangalore

Summary

Versatile Team Leader with extensive experience in (AFS) – Private Equity, Client Onboarding, Tax Oversight, and Legal Compliance related to court orders and levies. Proven success in leading high-performing teams to manage complex operations, streamline workflows using data analytics and technology, and deliver client-focused results. Expertise in conducting thorough due diligence reviews, including beneficial ownership verification, legal entity risk assessments, and minimizing operational and compliance risks. Skilled at fostering collaborative, goal-driven environments with strong strategic leadership, adaptability, and execution excellence across global markets.

Overview

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Certification
10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Team Leader, AFS - Private Equity

JP Morgan Chase & Co
11.2020 - 09.2023
  • Managed the Private equity and Real estate operations team, ensuring seamless trade bookings, comprehensive investor onboarding including detailed KYC due diligence, rigorous documentation validation, and precise reconciliation processes.
  • Spearheaded the processing of capital calls, distributions, commitments, and amendments for complex Private equity and Real estate investments. Collaborated closely with front office investors across diverse global locations, including SNG, LON, JIB, CDG, MIL, LUX, FRA, & HKG to efficiently process trade orders and client transactions.
  • Oversaw comprehensive review and approval of investor tax and KYC documentation, collaborating closely with fund managers, legal advisors, and custodians to facilitate efficient, compliant transaction settlements.
  • Conducted thorough KYC and customer due diligence checks, validating investor identity, ownership structures, and risk profiles to meet regulatory requirements and mitigate compliance risks.
  • Championed account setup, corporate actions, and resolution of investor inquiries, maintaining strict adherence to operational controls, governance standards, and KYC regulations.
  • Managed investor account setup and debt unblocking procedures, proactively addressing delayed payments to safeguard settlement timelines and uphold investor confidence.
  • Delivered MIS reports to executive leadership, highlighting operational metrics, pipeline status, exception analysis, and KYC compliance trends to support risk management strategies.
  • Served as the central escalation point for global middle-office teams, resolving complex fund-related and KYC issues, coordinating system enhancements, and driving process optimization initiatives.
  • Executed strategic share class conversions, liquidations, cash and stock reconciliations, and position transfers while ensuring data accuracy and integrity within proprietary systems aligned with compliance requirements.
  • Led critical processing of legal and platform transfers alongside wire transactions, maintaining high standards of client service as the primary liaison for investors, clients, and banking partners.
  • Orchestrated onboarding, ongoing KYC training, and professional development programs for associates, fostering a high-performance culture and enhancing team capabilities through automation and cross-functional collaboration.
  • Directed team resourcing, workflow allocation, and performance management with a strong emphasis on compliance, accountability, and operational excellence.
  • Acted as a vital communication link between team members and senior management, escalating critical issues, recognizing achievements, and fostering transparency at all organizational levels.
  • Facilitated regular team briefings and performance reviews to ensure alignment with strategic objectives, encourage open communication, and promptly resolve operational and compliance challenges.

Client Onboarding Operational Analyst

JP Morgan Chase & Co
12.2019 - 11.2020

KYC Quality Checker & Reviewer

  • Evaluated complex ownership and control structures to determine applicable due diligence requirements and identify potential compliance risks onboarding for both single and multi-entity clients across multiple U.S.regions, including GW, Mid-West, CCBSI and others.
  • Collaborated across global teams and acting as a liaison between stakeholders including senior executives (EDs, VPs, CFOs) to streamline onboarding flow and resolve issues swiftly.
  • Ensured adherence to global KYC standards across multiple jurisdictions while supporting cross-border client onboarding.
  • Conduct quality control reviews of KYC and onboarding cases to ensure compliance with AML regulations, internal policies, and regulatory requirements.
  • Validate customer profiles, beneficial ownership structures, risk classifications, and supporting documentation for accuracy and completeness.
  • Perform maker-checker reviews and identify documentation deficiencies, control gaps, and compliance risks.
  • Escalate high-risk findings and complex cases to Compliance and senior stakeholders for resolution.
  • Review onboarding documentation and due diligence records to ensure adherence to governance standards and regulatory frameworks.
  • Monitor quality trends and recurring errors, providing corrective feedback and recommendations to improve operational accuracy.
  • Collaborate with Compliance, Legal, and Operations teams to resolve documentation gaps and maintain quality standards.
  • Supported internal audits and regulatory reviews by providing documentation, control evidence, and process walkthroughs; served a diverse client base including billion-dollar corporates and private banking clients by delivering tailored banking solutions aligned with business objectives and compliance requirements.

Client Onboarding SME - Create & Capture

Consultant Randstad India Pvt Ltd
03.2019 - 10.2019
  • Managed end-to-end client onboarding documentation using DIMS scanning and indexing workflows daily.
  • Maintained accurate client information in Captis by checking passport and legal documents.
  • Coordinated with North America and Vietnam teams to standardise documentation processing.
  • Reviewed legal agreements including ISDAS and CSAs to complete due diligence checks.
  • Processed documentation requests, escalating aged items to meet SLA timelines.
  • Indexed 1000+ client documents to improve retrieval efficiency for onboarding workflows.
  • Used I-search KYC, DIMS, and Client Central with Captis to meet standards.
  • Handled exceptions and supported investor communications to resolve queries promptly.
  • Contributed to Ministry of Justice initiative in Amsterdam, supporting global operational delivery.

Senior Tax Specialist II, Tax Operations & Oversight

JP Morgan Chase & Co
11.2016 - 06.2018
  • Reviewed and validated IRS tax forms, IDs, and federal withholding documents.
  • Certified accounts subject to federal income tax withholding requirements.
  • Verified W9 and W8 forms for US and non-US customers to enable benefits.
  • Provided tax certification for non-US (W8) and US (W9) citizens under FATCA rules.
  • Certified retail customer accounts using tax documentation and identity details.
  • Completed JPMC due diligence reviews while following KYC and AML standards.
  • Assessed customer risk by researching case facts and reviewing records.
  • Analysed case data and documented findings for decision-making and audit trails.
  • Collected required information from branch personnel and customers.
  • Handled 1099 and 1042-S reporting knowledge alongside tax withholding requirements.
  • Recorded process deviations and exceptions on time for management escalation.
  • Validated IRS tax forms, including W8-BEN, W8-BEN-E, W8-ECI, W8-EXP, W8-IMY.

Team Member – Court Orders & Levies (COAL)

JP Morgan Chase & Co
03.2014 - 10.2016
  • Reviewed account notices, levies, and court orders for hold placement or release.
  • Checked customer transactions against KYC requirements and internal policies.
  • Handled client concerns and complaints, driving resolution within service SLAs.
  • Maintained confidentiality while operating under agreed business SLAs.
  • Managed multiple projects by assessing urgency and prioritising workloads.
  • Trained new joiners and delivered knowledge transfer for process mastery.

Education

St. Anne's Degree College for Women's
Bengaluru, KA
01-2013

Skills

  • Team leadership and performance coaching
  • Problem solving and decision making
  • Project management and strategic planning
  • Financial reporting and reconciliation
  • Risk assessment and mitigation
  • Regulatory compliance management
  • SLA and turnaround time management
  • Stakeholder engagement and collaboration
  • Client data validation and quality control
  • Customer due diligence and enhanced due diligence
  • AML compliance and ownership verification
  • Operational controls and process improvement
  • Investment operations and fund administration
  • Executive communication and client relationship management
  • Microsoft Office proficiency
  • MIS reporting and data analysis

Awards

Best Rookie Award – 2020 & 2021

Recognized by senior stakeholders and clients for outstanding performance, consistently achieving 10/10 client satisfaction ratings in Q1, Q2, and Q3 of 2019, 2020, and 2021

ACE Award recipient – 2014, 2015, 2016, and 2019

Catalyst Award for innovative ideas and process enhancements – 2014, 2015, 2016, 2019, 2020, and 2021

Awarded Zing Performer and Super Nova Award – 2014, 2015, 2016, and 2019

Received 5 Keys recognition for best performance and 4 GEM awards for outstanding contributions to cultural activities

ACHIEVMENTS

UAT Representative

Selected as the UAT representative for implementing an internal onboarding tool, leading functional testing, validation checks, defect identification, and control assessments to ensure seamless system readiness for (BAU) operations.

First Republic Bank Acquisition
Played a key role in supporting the integration of clients after JPMorgan Chase’s acquisition of First Republic Bank, effectively managing onboarding and migration of client accounts while ensuring regulatory compliance, documentation accuracy, and a smooth account transition.

Quality Control Reviewer
Led quality control reviews of KYC and onboarding cases, enforcing strict adherence to AML regulations, internal policies, and quality standards to minimize operational and compliance risks.

Currency Transaction Reporting & FinCEN Compliance
Handled Currency Transaction Reporting while managing dual processes, ensuring timely and accurate reporting to FinCEN under regulatory guidelines, enhancing compliance standards and reducing potential risk exposure.

Certification

Certified Investment Banking Operations Professional (CIBOP) Covered Financial Markets, Trade Lifecycle, Investment Products, Risk Management, and Investment Operations including fundamentals of Equities, Fixed Income, FX, and Derivatives.

Languages

English, Hindi, Kannada, Tamil, Telugu & Marathi

Timeline

Team Leader, AFS - Private Equity

JP Morgan Chase & Co
11.2020 - 09.2023

Client Onboarding Operational Analyst

JP Morgan Chase & Co
12.2019 - 11.2020

Client Onboarding SME - Create & Capture

Consultant Randstad India Pvt Ltd
03.2019 - 10.2019

Senior Tax Specialist II, Tax Operations & Oversight

JP Morgan Chase & Co
11.2016 - 06.2018

Team Member – Court Orders & Levies (COAL)

JP Morgan Chase & Co
03.2014 - 10.2016

St. Anne's Degree College for Women's
Treza Sagaya Nathan