Vikrant Sanjay Chavan

Senior Manager, AML/KYC Compliance & Financial Crime Risk
Mumbai, IN.

About

An accomplished Senior Manager with over 11 years of progressive experience in Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Know Your Customer (KYC) compliance, specializing in financial crime risk detection and mitigation. Proven expertise spans diverse functions including customer services, sales, and digital marketing, enabling a holistic approach to regulatory adherence and operational efficiency. Adept at optimizing processes and providing strategic guidance, I consistently deliver exceptional results that align with stringent AML/KYC standards and drive robust risk management.

Work

Kotak Mahindra Bank Ltd.
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Senior Manager

Mumbai, Maharashtra, India

Summary

Currently overseeing AML alert management and PFRDA compliance, responding to correspondent bank queries, and providing strategic guidance to the AML team to enhance risk management.

Highlights

Streamlined AML alert management processes, ensuring timely resolution and strict adherence to internal policies and regulatory standards.

Managed critical PFRDA-based alerts and submitted required certifications to the regulator, achieving 100% adherence to PFRDA guidelines.

Addressed complex AML/KYC inquiries from correspondent banks, fostering robust relationships and facilitating seamless international transactions.

Authored comprehensive Wolfsberg CBDDQ for the bank, enhancing global risk assessment frameworks and ensuring full compliance with international standards.

Provided strategic guidance and mentorship to the AML team, cultivating a high-performance culture focused on compliance and proactive risk management.

HSBC
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Senior Analyst L2, Transaction Monitoring

Bangalore, Karnataka, India

Summary

Conducted in-depth AML Transaction Monitoring investigations, including sanctions screening and Suspicious Transaction Report (STR) preparation, to identify and mitigate financial crime risks for private banking clients.

Highlights

Led comprehensive AML Transaction Monitoring investigations, including advanced sanctions screening, to identify and mitigate high-risk financial crime activities.

Analyzed and resolved complex sanctions screening matches, significantly reducing false positives while ensuring strict adherence to global regulatory compliance.

Screened high-value accounts of Private Banking clients across Europe, ensuring rigorous adherence to international AML/KYC compliance frameworks and regulatory standards.

Collaborated cross-functionally with Relationship Managers to gather critical intelligence, enhancing due diligence processes and accurately assessing flagged transactions against global sanctions lists.

Authored high-quality case files with detailed narratives and actionable recommendations for STR filings, consistently achieving timely resolution within defined Service Level Agreements (SLAs).

HSBC
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CCSS Representative/SME

Bangalore, Karnataka, India

Summary

Managed diverse customer inquiries for banking services, provided essential operational support, and served as a Subject Matter Expert for team training and performance monitoring.

Highlights

Managed a high volume of inbound customer inquiries, resolving complex banking issues for existing clients.

Provided comprehensive support for everyday banking operations, including lost/stolen cards, internet banking, and digital wallet services, contributing to team performance tracking.

Served as a key Subject Matter Expert (SME) and Single Point of Contact (SPOC) for management, training newly recruited associates on Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).

Monitored and evaluated team performance, providing constructive feedback to enhance service quality and operational efficiency.

Intelecorp Pvt Ltd
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Senior Customer Service Executive/SEO

Mumbai, Maharashtra, India

Summary

Led bad-debt collection efforts, consistently exceeding team targets through strategic outbound calls and effective customer interactions via live chat.

Highlights

Led collection efforts for outstanding debts, successfully recovering funds from defaulting customers.

Consistently exceeded team collection targets through strategic outbound calling campaigns, contributing significantly to revenue recovery.

Managed customer interactions via live chat, resolving inquiries and facilitating payment arrangements effectively.

Built sustainable relationships of trust through open and interactive communication, meeting personal and team sales targets and call handling quotas.

Rajendra Enterprises (Lotus colors INC)
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Business Development Executive

Mumbai, Maharashtra, India

Summary

Developed new business relationships, conducted compelling sales presentations, sourced new clients, and promoted products at exhibitions in the wholesale and retail markets.

Highlights

Cultivated robust business relationships with key current and potential clients, expanding the customer base and fostering long-term partnerships.

Executed targeted cold calling campaigns, successfully engaging potential clients across the USA to drive new business opportunities.

Delivered compelling sales presentations remotely, securing new customers while consistently upselling to existing clientele.

Represented the company at jewelry exhibitions, effectively promoting products and acquiring new buyers, contributing to market expansion.

Gained extensive field experience in the wholesale and retail markets of the United States, utilizing an active B1 Visa for international business development.

Cheers Interactive
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Desk Research Executive/Quality Coach

Mumbai, Maharashtra, India

Summary

Conducted cross-validation of data from multiple sources, organized data for clients, and ensured high standards of quality control for research deliverables.

Highlights

Conducted comprehensive desk research, cross-validating data from diverse sources including telephone interviews and web searches, to fulfill specific client requests.

Implemented rigorous quality control measures, eliminating errors and ensuring the delivery of highly accurate and reliable data to clients, enhancing data integrity.

Education

University of Mumbai (JVM's Degree College)
Mumbai, Maharashtra, India

Bachelor in Management Studies (B.M.S)

Marketing

University of Mumbai (Vikas Jr. college)
Mumbai, Maharashtra, India

Higher Secondary Certificate

General Studies

Holy Cross High School
Mumbai, Maharashtra, India

Secondary School Certificate

General Studies

Awards

Recognition by Head of Global Contact Centre

Awarded By

HSBC (Mark Saxon)

Recognized by Mark Saxon, Head of Global Contact Centre, for exceptional customer service and consistent customer compliments.

Golden Circle Award – Bronze Category Rising Star

Awarded By

HSBC

Awarded the Golden Circle Award (Bronze Category, Rising Star) in Q3 2020 for exceptional performance and significant contributions.

Multiple Customer Appreciation

Awarded By

HSBC

Received multiple customer appreciation awards for outstanding service delivery and commitment to customer satisfaction.

The Exemplar Award

Awarded By

HSBC Training and Academy

Received The Exemplar Award from Training and Academy for contributions to professional development and excellence in training.

Certificates

IIBF-CERTIFICATION IN AML/KYC

Issued By

Indian Institute of Banking & Finance (IIBF)

Skills

Stakeholder Management & Communication

Correspondent Bank Relations, Client Engagement, Customer Service, Inbound/Outbound Calls, Live Chat Support, Sales Presentations.

Operations & Process Improvement

Alert Management, Quality Control, SOP Development, Performance Monitoring.

Business Development & Sales

New Business Acquisition, Client Relationship Building, Cold Calling, Sales Targets.

Compliance & Risk Management

Anti-Money Laundering (AML), Know Your Customer (KYC), Financial Crime Risk Mitigation, Regulatory Compliance, PFRDA Guidelines, Wolfsberg CBDDQ, Suspicious Transaction Reports (STRs), Due Diligence.

Leadership & Development

Mentorship, Training & Development, Subject Matter Expertise (SME).