RAVI KUMAR VENKATESH
United Kingdom
Summary
CDD & Sanctions - Domain Trainee with 5 years of experience out of 7 years of expertise in areas like Customer Due Diligence (CDD), Enhanced Due Diligence, Transaction Monitoring, Sanction investigation, Terrorist Financing, Know your Customer, SAR, drafting Risk Support Statements, Sanctions which involves adopting a risk-based approach to investigate certain clients' identities even further, and gathering further information on their reputation and history. Investigating money laundering alerts based on the evidence of any suspicious account activities or irregularities. Providing recommendations and assisting in the preparation of suspicious transaction reports, advising frontline business units on suspicious transaction reporting requirements, and escalating investigations to related counterparts where necessary. Providing SME support with audit and assistance within the team. Thrives in fast-paced, high-volume environments, achieving and exceeding KPIs and SLAs constantly to achieve excellent client experience standards. Seeking a challenging career where I can use my analytical abilities and industry expertise to help organizations defend themselves against financial crime
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
KYC ANALYST
INTEGREON MANAGED SOLUTIONS
LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM
06.2024 - Current
- Maintained accurate records of all KYC documentation and analysis results.
- Analyzed customer data to identify suspicious activity or potential money laundering schemes.
- Developed processes and procedures for improved AML and KYC compliance operations.
- Verified customer identity using public records, financial databases, and other resources.
- Reviewed customer documents and information to ensure compliance with KYC regulations.
- Drafted reports summarizing findings from KYC reviews and investigations.
- Assisted in the investigation of fraudulent transactions and related activities.
CDD & Sanctions - Domain Trainee
GENPACT
LONDON
01.2024 - 06.2024
- Conducting end-to-end CDD and sanctions investigations for retail and (Subject Matter Expert) SME clients to ensure timely reviews are undertaken to the required quality standards
- Working in close coordination with the Client and respective stakeholders to complete regulatory requirements on CDD and sanctions process
- Writing comprehensive Risk Support Statements and risk summarization in the overall scope of work
- Working in close coordination with Client and or respective Relationship Managers (RMs) for deficient KYC information required in order to complete KYC requirements including drafting Risk Support Statements (where required) as per policy applicable
- Review and completion of CDD and Sanctions on client cases in accordance with regulatory and policy requirements
KYC Analyst
INTEGREON MANAGED SOLUTIONS
LONDON
08.2023 - 01.2024
- Performing quality assurance of the KYC outcome and identifying quality issues that may require follow-up, e.g., refresher training
- Performing Customer Due Diligence (CDD) and Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD) reviews and analyzing client data, documentation and negative news to determine the Client's Risk Profile as established under the Global KYC/AML Procedures
- Analyzing and evaluating the retrieved information with respect to relevant research guidelines and various regulatory norms that include compliance with Anti Money Laundering (AML), FCPA, and OFAC sanctions
- Ensuring adherence to all established procedures and controls and all specifics as required
Senior AML Analyst
ANZ SUPPORT SERVICES INDIA PVT LTD
BANGALORE
05.2022 - 04.2023
- Conduct extensive Customer Due Diligence (CDD), Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD), Transaction Screening and Transaction Monitoring on high-risk clients, including Politically Exposed Persons (PEPs)
- Directed and oversaw financial crime investigations such as money laundering, fraud, and terrorism funding, ensuring compliance with local and international standards
- Detected suspicious behaviors and potential financial crimes by using transaction monitoring and data analysis
- Conducted risk evaluations of clients and transactions, detecting red flags, odd activity, and high-risk profiles through data analysis and documentation review
- Detailed reports, presentations, and risk assessments were prepared for senior management, highlighting key findings and suggestions
KYC Analyst
KPMG GLOBAL SERVICES PRIVATE LIMITED
BANGALORE
12.2021 - 04.2022
- Managed client onboarding operations well, managing due diligence processes and confirming customer information and
- Performed in-depth inspections of customer documentation, including identity and financial statements, to determine authenticity and accuracy.- Conducted thorough risk assessments for customers and transactions, utilizing available data to detect potential red flags, anomalous activity, and high-risk profiles
- Conducted the end to end KYC for the clients like Sole traders, partnerships, public limited companies, limited liability Partnerships, corporations, limited liability companies, private limited companies, Non-Profits organizations
- Performed periodic evaluations of current corporate clients' information to ensure compliance with evolving regulations
Operational Analyst
WELLS FARGO EGS
BANGALORE
03.2019 - 12.2021
- Actively participated in tasks such as analyzing suspicious transactions, conducting customer due diligence, and gathering evidentiary information to uncover potential instances of fraud or money laundering
- Identifying potential red flags and escalating situations that required additional investigation
- Assist in ensuring that no suspicious activity go undetected
- Proven ability to handle large amounts of financial data, using a variety of tools and approaches to uncover patterns, trends, and anomalies indicative of fraudulent or money laundering activity
- Assist in responding to regulatory queries and information requests relating to ongoing financial crime investigations
- Aided in the maintenance of excellent communication and collaboration with regulatory bodies
Secondary Division Associate
ALLIANCE UNIVERSITY
BANGALORE
11.2016 - 02.2019
- Managed a high-volume accounts receivable ledger, guaranteeing accurate transaction records
- Recorded and reconciled payments for balanced accounts to ensure they were in accordance with financial statements
- Efficiently managed accounts payable, precisely processing invoices and expense claims
- Promptly reconciled statements, resolving discrepancies and preserving relationships
Education
Masters of Business Administration in Finance and Marketing -
BNM Institute of Technology
Bangalore01.2016
Bachelors of Commerce in Accounting and Finance -
Vijaya Degree College
Bangalore01.2014
Skills
- Financial Crime Investigation
- Fraud Investigation
- Customer Due Diligence (CDD)
- Transaction Monitoring
- Case Management
- Terrorist Financing
- Suspicious Activity Report
- Sanction Investigations
- Enhanced Due Diligence
- Customer Identification Program
- PEP screening
- Know Your Customer
- Problem-Solving
- Team Building
- Self-Motivated
- Flexible and Adoptable
Accomplishments
- Received "Spot Award" for the fast learning and Implementation of the procedures with Best quality outcome in ANZ.
- Top Performer for consecutive period with the process (CIP CDD, End to End KYC) in Wells Fargo, KPMG and ANZ.
- Acted as a SME for the new joiners by providing floor support with the process Knowledge for new joiners, handling team and handling Error Rebuttal tracking report WIP and EOD Reports in Wells Fargo.
- Trained few new joiners with the Complete Process and complete assistance till their accreditation time in Wells Fargo.
- Supervised team of 4 staff members and achieved 100% by completing high volumes with accuracy and efficiency.
- Collaborated with team of 7 in the development of Project "End to End Review of Customers Industries PUB, Gaming and Gambling, Charities, Trust, Horse and Dog Racing.
- Achieved 100% by completing SME task like Auditing and quality review with accuracy and efficiency.
Languages
English
First Language
Timeline
KYC ANALYST
INTEGREON MANAGED SOLUTIONS
06.2024 - Current
CDD & Sanctions - Domain Trainee
GENPACT
01.2024 - 06.2024
KYC Analyst
INTEGREON MANAGED SOLUTIONS
08.2023 - 01.2024
Senior AML Analyst
ANZ SUPPORT SERVICES INDIA PVT LTD
05.2022 - 04.2023
KYC Analyst
KPMG GLOBAL SERVICES PRIVATE LIMITED
12.2021 - 04.2022
Operational Analyst
WELLS FARGO EGS
03.2019 - 12.2021
Secondary Division Associate
ALLIANCE UNIVERSITY
11.2016 - 02.2019
Masters of Business Administration in Finance and Marketing -
BNM Institute of Technology
Bachelors of Commerce in Accounting and Finance -
Vijaya Degree College
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