Robert Illangasinghe
Pontefract,United Kingdom
Summary
Highly qualified Financial Crime Compliance Investigator with experience in the global financial industry, and an actuary charged with the duty of investigating fraud and financial crimes. My background encompasses conflict resolution, report writing, quality control, and compliance management. Adept at reviewing and analyzing data, I excel in communication and management roles. I am a quick learner, eager to embrace new challenges and continuously acquire new skills.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work history
Managing Supervisior
Rontec Roadside Retail (CNR PVT LTD)
Goole, East Riding of Yorkshire
05.2023 - Current
- Assisted in developing efficient workflows and processes to enhance team productivity.
- Supported management in coordinating schedules and overseeing daily operations to ensure smooth functionality.
- Collaborated with team members to resolve challenges and improve service delivery for clients.
- Participated in training sessions to learn essential operational procedures and safety protocols.
- Engaged with customers to address inquiries and provide assistance, enhancing overall satisfaction.
- Maintained accurate records of inventory and supplies to facilitate timely replenishment and organisation.
- Facilitated monthly training sessions for enhanced staff performance.
- Oversaw inventory management to avoid any shortage or excess stock issues.
- Trained new hires and set up mentoring relationships to drive team performance.
Senior Inward Operator / Assembly
CMS Distributions
Normanton, Wakefield
10.2022 - 04.2023
- Oversaw assembly line operations to ensure efficient workflow and adherence to safety protocols.
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot and resolve operational issues swiftly.
- Conducted quality checks on assembled products to maintain high standards of workmanship.
- Documented daily operations accurately, assisting in record keeping.
- Oversaw stock levels to ensure timely replenishment and efficient inventory management.
- Coordinated with suppliers to facilitate timely deliveries and resolve any issues.
Investigator | Investigative Reporting | SME
HSBC
Sri Lanka
12.2021 - 09.2022
- Responsible for conducting investigations concerning accounts/transactions where potential crime risk has
been identified by the Dynamic Risk Assessment platform and, where necessary, referring and/or escalating
such cases in accordance with the Investigative Reporting procedures for regulatory decisions and filing and
appropriate internal referrals for action. - Produce a high-quality case file including a comprehensive narrative and recommendation as to whether a Suspicious Activity Report is appropriate with onward escalation for disclosure to the relevant authorities in accordance with procedural standards.
- Deal with enquires from colleagues of other HSBC business areas in a professional, responsive manner,
giving them appropriate guidance, referring to management where necessary. - Conducted thorough investigations into various cases, utilising advanced research techniques to gather relevant information.
- Assessed the reliability of information from diverse sources, ensuring accuracy and credibility in published reports.
- Trained junior investigators, contributing to team skill improvement.
Associate Investigator
HSBC
Sri Lanka
12.2019 - 12.2021
- Review and evaluate essential KYC and AML elements and investigate for direct account, customer and correspondent banking.
- Evaluate risk in cases and escalate to country regulators for further investigation.
- Evaluate transaction and customer relationships for money laundering activities, identify cautionary flag issues and escalate within AML framework for further investigation.
- Review to identify possible patterns of money laundering and terrorist financial activity, ensuring compliance with applicable internal policies and procedures and external regulations.
- Developed comprehensive reports outlining findings and recommendations for senior management review.
- Successfully delivered on tasks within tight deadlines.
- Worked flexible hours, covering nights, weekends and bank holidays.
Education
Level 4 Certificate of IT
British Computer Society
United Kingdom 04.2001 -
Level 5 Diploma of IT
British Computer Society
United KingdomLevel 6 Postgraduate Dip In IT
British Computer Society
United KingdomHND in International Transportation and Logistics
CINEC
Sri LankaCertificate In Networking and Web Development
BCIT
Sri LankaGCE Advanced Level - Combined Mathematics with IT
Isipathana College
Colombo, Sri lankaSkills
- Process improvement
- Regulatory Knowledge
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Multi-Tasking
- Flexibility
- Excellent communication skills
- Report writing and presenting
- Critical thinking skills
- Compliance, AML Policies and Procedures
Timeline
Managing Supervisior
Rontec Roadside Retail (CNR PVT LTD)
05.2023 - Current
Senior Inward Operator / Assembly
CMS Distributions
10.2022 - 04.2023
Investigator | Investigative Reporting | SME
HSBC
12.2021 - 09.2022
Associate Investigator
HSBC
12.2019 - 12.2021
Level 4 Certificate of IT
British Computer Society
04.2001 -
Level 5 Diploma of IT
British Computer Society
Level 6 Postgraduate Dip In IT
British Computer Society
HND in International Transportation and Logistics
CINEC
Certificate In Networking and Web Development
BCIT
GCE Advanced Level - Combined Mathematics with IT
Isipathana College