Venkat Bengaluru India

Venkat

Anti Money Laundering Trainer in Bengaluru
Location
Bengaluru, India
Trainer Since
September, 2009
Anti Money Laundering
KYC
AML Alerts Investigation
Financial Crime Compliance Management (FCCM)
Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist (CAMS)
Professional Scrum Master
Location
Bengaluru, India
Trainer Since
September, 2009
Anti Money Laundering
KYC
AML Alerts Investigation
Financial Crime Compliance Management (FCCM)
Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist (CAMS)
Professional Scrum Master

Anti Money Laundering Trainer in Bengaluru

About Venkat

Venkat emerges as a seasoned professional in the realms of Anti-Money Laundering (AML), Know Your Customer (KYC), AML Alerts Investigation, and Financial Crime Compliance Management (FCCM), boasting a distinguished career spanning over 15+ years. As a Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist (CAMS), his expertise extends beyond conventional boundaries, positioning him as a multifaceted authority in the intricate landscape of financial compliance. With an extensive background in AML and Compliance, Venkat has become a prominent figure in the industry, honing his skills through meticulous training and practical application. His proficiency is not confined solely to theoretical knowledge but is enriched by hands-on experience, making him a trusted resource for organizations navigating the complexities of AML and FCCM.

Beyond his certifications and professional experience, Venkat stands out as a distinguished AML trainer, amassing over 14 years of dedicated service in this educational capacity. His commitment to knowledge dissemination is underscored by his role as a professional scrum master trainer, further attesting to his versatility in fostering skill development within the financial sector. Venkat's training portfolio includes AML Basics foundation courses, ACAMS/CAMS training, transaction monitoring, KYC, sanctions screening, and AML alert investigation procedures. Moreover, as a functional trainer for Oracle Financial Services Analytical Applications (OFSAA) FCCM Modules, such as OFSAA AML, OFSAA KYC, OFSAA ECM, OFSAA customer screening, and OFSAA transaction filtering, he demonstrates a holistic understanding of the interconnected facets of financial compliance and project management. Venkat's multifaceted skill set and extensive training experience make him an invaluable asset in pursuing effective and resilient AML strategies.

Venkat is a Corporate Trainer For

Anti Money Laundering

Training Since:
September, 2009

KYC

Training Since:
July, 2014

AML Alerts Investigation

Training Since:
April, 2019

Financial Crime Compliance Management (FCCM)

Training Since:
October, 2020

Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist (CAMS)

Training Since:
October, 2018

Professional Scrum Master

Training Since:
June, 2023

Work Experience

Head of Financial Crime Compliance Management

Banking, Financial Services and Insurance:
May, 2023 - present

Roles & Responsibilities

  • Oversee and manage the AML applications teams, OFSAA AML, KYC, Customer Screening, OBIEE STR, CTR IEFTR Reports, and KYC team, ensuring their effective functioning and collaboration within the financial crime compliance management department
  • Act as the Money Laundering Reporting Officer (MLRO) for the Bank, overseeing the accurate and timely reporting of suspicious transactions and activities to relevant authorities and maintaining a comprehensive understanding of global regulations and industry best practices to ensure compliance
  • Led training initiatives and program management within the financial crime compliance management department, ensuring all team members were well-versed in the latest regulatory requirements, industry standards, and internal policies
  • Serving as the Subject Matter Expert (SME) and MLRO coordinator in interactions with the Central Bank and Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU), fostering positive relationships and ensuring transparent communication to address compliance-related inquiries or reporting obligations
  • Identify and align departmental goals with individual and team objectives that contribute to team members' professional growth and development while ensuring alignment with broader organizational objectives
  • Implement measures for continuous improvement, regularly reviewing processes, procedures, and reporting mechanisms to enhance the effectiveness and efficiency of the Financial Crime Compliance Management department in mitigating financial crime risks

Assistant Vice President (AVP)

Banking, Financial Services and Insurance:
January, 2018 - April, 2023

Roles & Responsibilities

  • Led and managed OFSAA FCCM Projects as Sr Project Manager, overseeing the implementation of AML, KYC, ECM, transaction filtering, sanction screening, and OBIEE Reports projects for clients globally
  • Maintained AML remediation and regulatory projects for Banks/FI/NBFI in the US, EMEA, and APAC regions, ensuring adherence to relevant regulations and industry best practices
  • Served as a Subject Matter Expert and advisor for AML/compliance heads and teams of Banks/FIs in FCCM process and systems, offering guidance and support for the effective implementation of compliance programs
  • Conducted demos, training sessions, and presentations of OFSAA FCCM applications to clients and stakeholders, showcasing the capabilities and benefits of the solutions
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure the successful execution of OFSAA FCCM projects, fostering effective communication and coordination
  • Provided ongoing client support, addressing queries, resolving issues, and ensuring the continuous improvement of OFSAA FCCM applications based on client feedback and evolving industry requirements

AML Executive – Compliance Department

Banking, Financial Services and Insurance:
September, 2009 - May, 2015

Roles & Responsibilities

  • Led transaction monitoring activities by investigating AML alerts at Level 1, conducted quality control checks at Level 2, and performed AML alert investigations to ensure compliance with regulatory standards
  • Served as a process trainer for new team members and hires, imparting knowledge on transaction monitoring protocols and procedures. Utilized applications such as Norkom, World Check, LexisNexis, and BU to enhance their proficiency
  • Demonstrated expertise in AML processes, ensuring accurate and thorough investigations into flagged alerts and promptly addressing potential risks to maintain regulatory compliance
  • Successfully utilized Norkom, World Check, LexisNexis, and BU applications to conduct comprehensive checks and investigations, contributing to the effective implementation of AML protocols.
  • Conducted quality control assessments at Level 2, reviewing transaction monitoring outcomes for accuracy and adherence to established compliance standards, thereby enhancing the overall effectiveness of the AML program
  • Played a pivotal role in shaping a compliant work environment by actively participating in transaction monitoring and AML alert investigations, contributing to developing and maintaining a robust compliance framework

AML Analyst

Computer and Information Technology (IT):
August, 2015 - June, 2016

Roles & Responsibilities

  • Supervised and managed a team of AML analysts executing the transaction monitoring project for Standard Chartered Bank
  • Implemented rigorous quality control measures to maintain the accuracy and efficiency of AML investigations and reports
  • Organized and conducted training sessions for team members to enhance their understanding of AML procedures and improve overall performance
  • Regularly reviewed existing processes and identified areas for improvement, implementing changes to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of AML transaction monitoring
  • Worked closely with internal stakeholders to ensure alignment with AML policies, providing insights and recommendations for enhancing the overall AML compliance framework
  • Produced detailed reports on the team's performance, highlighting key metrics and areas of improvement, and communicated these findings to higher management at Standard Chartered Bank

Skills

OFSAA FCCM
AML
KYC
Sanctions Screening
Transaction Monitoring
CAMS
Presentation Skills
Resiliency
Compliance Management

Education

GITAM University

HRM:
2013-2015

Projects

AML & Regulatory Compliance Training Project

Banking, Financial Services and Insurance:
November 2018 - February 2023

Financial Crime Compliance Management Training and ACAMS Training

Banking, Financial Services and Insurance:
May 2023 - currently working

Posts

AML & Regulatory Compliance Training Project

Banking, Financial Services and Insurance:
November 2018 - February 2023

Financial Crime Compliance Management Training and ACAMS Training

Banking, Financial Services and Insurance:
May 2023 - currently working

Courses

Anti Money Laundering
KYC
AML Alerts Investigation
Financial Crime Compliance Management (FCCM)
Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist (CAMS)
Professional Scrum Master

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