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Marasingahge Muvini Chandrakala

Ilford,United Kingdom

Summary

Accomplished and awarded professional with expertise in anti-money laundering, risk assessment, and regulatory compliance more than 8 years. Demonstrates proficiency in transaction monitoring, due diligence, and client onboarding, ensuring adherence to industry standards. Skilled in training junior staff and managing databases with attention to detail and discretion. Adept at problem solving and process improvement, delivering results-driven solutions under pressure. Committed to maintaining confidentiality while effectively communicating through professional correspondence.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work history

Anti-Money Laundering Administrator

Artex Services (Pvt) Ltd
Colombo, Sri Lanka
10.2022 - 09.2024
  • Assessed effectiveness of current controls through regular testing and reviews.
  • Delivered detailed reports on identified risks, aiding in decision-making process.
  • Assisted in external audits, ensured organisation met all anti-money laundering requirements.
  • Conducted thorough background investigations with appropriate due diligence.
  • Completed comprehensive PEP, sanctions and adverse media screenings using applicable protocols.
  • Experience in using AML based applications such as World check, BvD, Dow Jones and Lexis Nexis
  • Conducted in-depth research on client backgrounds to prevent potential fraud incidents.
  • Liaised effectively with clients during onboarding, providing clear communication regarding documentation requirements and timelines.
  • Coordinated with various departments for smooth execution of KYC protocols.
  • Improved turnaround times with faster verification of client's documents.
  • Managed sensitive data securely whilst respecting confidentiality agreements and privacy laws.
  • Handled Onboarding process of Insurance clients
  • Performed due diligence on customer documentation and information.

Senior Analyst- Financial Crime Compliance

HSBC Global Service Center
Colombo, Sri Lanka
05.2016 - 10.2022
  • Reviewed customer's financial behaviour to detect money laundering attempts.
  • Conducted rigorous investigation of suspicious activities to prevent money laundering.
  • Improved detection rates by refining existing transaction monitoring rules and parameters
  • Provided training to junior team members, fostering an understanding of anti-money laundering procedures and policies.
  • Handled complex cases involving large sums of money or high-profile individuals; ensured proper reporting as per legal requirements.
  • Served for Customer Activity Monitoring Program (CAMP) in various jurisdictions such as Mauritius, Maldives, Sri Lanka, United Kingdom and United States.
  • Identified and reported unusual transactions with in-depth analysis.
  • Reviewed new accounts for signs of suspicious practices and flagged potential business risks.
  • Completed comprehensive PEP, sanctions and adverse media screenings using applicable protocols.
  • Investigated suspicious financial activity, researching high-value credit card transactions to identify potential fraud.
  • Drafted investigation reports, detailing findings and distributing to cross-functional teams for review.
  • Conducted regular reviews and official audits to validate recordkeeping and controls.
  • Managed regulatory reporting for improved compliance with sector-specific laws and regulations.
  • Enhanced transaction monitoring processes by implementing robust risk management strategies.
  • Liaised with national and international regulatory laws and liaised with local financial laws to proactively identify fraud trends/criminal activity and organized criminal attacks.
  • Utilised advanced data analytics tools to identify patterns suggestive of illegal activities.

Education

Bachelor of Business Administration - Business Administration

York St John University
London
09.2024 -

Bachelor of Science Business and Management - Business and Management

Northumbria University
Newcastle upon Tyne
07.2017 - 09.2019

Advance Diploma in Human Resource Management - Human Resource Management

National Institute of Business Management (NIBM)
Sri Lanka
07.2013 - 07.2014

Skills

  • Anti-money laundering
  • Risk assessment
  • Transaction monitoring
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Due diligence
  • Client onboarding
  • Report writing
  • Training junior staff
  • Time management
  • Effective communication
  • Attention to detail
  • Discretion and confidentiality
  • Resilience under pressure
  • Microsoft Office Suite
  • Process Improvement
  • Audit coordination

Accomplishments

    ● Certificate of Appreciation 2016- Rising Star of Quarter 4

    ● Certificate of Appreciation 2016- Star of the month (November)

    ● Certificate of Appreciation 2016- Star of the month (December)

    ● Certificate of Appreciation 2017-Star of the month (February)

    ● Certificate of Appreciation 2017- Star of the month (August)

    ● Certificate of Appreciation 2018- Star of the month (September)

    ● Received a certificate of appreciation in 2018 as a Star Performer for overall performance at Rewards and Recognition at Financial Crime operations, for Effective AML Investigations.

Languages

English
Fluent
Sinhala
Fluent

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Bachelor of Business Administration - Business Administration

York St John University
09.2024 -

Anti-Money Laundering Administrator

Artex Services (Pvt) Ltd
10.2022 - 09.2024

Bachelor of Science Business and Management - Business and Management

Northumbria University
07.2017 - 09.2019

Senior Analyst- Financial Crime Compliance

HSBC Global Service Center
05.2016 - 10.2022

Advance Diploma in Human Resource Management - Human Resource Management

National Institute of Business Management (NIBM)
07.2013 - 07.2014

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