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Prabhakaran Rajendran

Senior Process Associate
Chennai

Summary

Results-oriented professional with over 5 years of experience in AML and KYC practices. Expertise in reviewing customer identification, monitoring suspicious transactions, and conducting comprehensive risk assessments to effectively prevent money laundering. Demonstrated ability to analyze complex data and ensure strict adherence to regulatory standards.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Process Associate

TCS
05.2022 - 05.2024
  • Conducted thorough reviews of customer identification and documentation to ensure compliance with AML and KYC regulations while monitoring and investigating suspicious transactions to prevent money laundering.
  • Analyzed customer profiles and transaction data to identify anomalies, enhancing risk detection and supporting informed decision-making.
  • Collaborated with internal teams and regulatory agencies to report findings, escalate issues, and participate in audits, contributing to a robust compliance framework.
  • Utilized AML and KYC tools to interpret complex data and maintain accurate documentation of customer due diligence processes.
  • Delivered training and guidance to staff on AML and KYC procedures, fostering a culture of compliance within the organization.

F&A Operation Processing Associate

NTT DATA Services
06.2021 - 05.2022
  • Managed back-office banking operations with a focus on Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and KYC compliance, conducting due diligence on new clients and gathering KYC information.
  • Verified Customer Due Diligence (CDD) and Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD) across financial services, utilizing tools like Lexis-Nexis and Google for comprehensive data analysis.
  • Investigated high-risk clients, including politically exposed persons (PEPs), ensuring all necessary documentation was obtained and reporting suspicious activity as needed.
  • Enhanced customer risk rating criteria and KYC procedures for both consumer and corporate clients, improving overall compliance and risk management.
  • Monitored transactions for suspicious activity and identified onboarding and existing customers at Bank of Ireland to ensure regulatory adherence.

Senior Customer Service Associate

Teleperformance Pvt. Ltd
09.2019 - 05.2021
  • Conducted comprehensive scrutiny of KYC documents and fraud reviews to ensure regulatory compliance, including analyzing ID verification and assessing customer risk.
  • Reviewed and reported suspicious activities while monitoring customers for Sanctioned Designated Nationals (SDNs) and Politically Exposed Persons (PEPs), ensuring adherence to sanction policies and avoiding high-risk jurisdictions.
  • Performed Customer Due Diligence (CDD), including Enhanced and Standard Due Diligence, to maintain robust compliance and risk management practices.

Process Associate

Accenture
09.2018 - 09.2019
  • Conducted adverse media screening and Customer Due Diligence (CDD), including Enhanced and Standard Due Diligence, to assess customer risk and ensure regulatory compliance.
  • Achieved daily targets while prioritizing client requirements and effectively addressing their needs.
  • Analyzed risk assessments and made decisions to reject applications based on document mismatches and expirations.

Education

B.COM-60% -

Sri Ramakrishna Mission Vivekananda College
Chennai
04.2001 -

HSLC-82% -

Sri Ahobila Math Oriental Higher Secondary School
Chennai
04.2001 -

SSLC - 70% -

S.M.Jain Higher Secondary School
Chennai
04.2001 -

Skills

  • Proficient in MS Office Suite (word, excel, outlook)
  • Strong expertise in process documentation , corporate AML compliance and KYC regulations
  • Skilled in PEP (Politically Exposed Persons) and sanctions screening
  • Committed to maintaining client confidentiality

Accomplishments

  • Successfully streamlined the KYC documentation process, reducing review time by 30% while maintaining strict adherence to AML regulations.
  • Collaborated with internal teams and external agencies to successfully navigate audits and regulatory examinations, resulting in positive feedback from regulators.
  • Conducted comprehensive adverse media screening and enhanced due diligence on high-risk customers, ensuring compliance with sanctions and PEP regulations.

Software

MS Excel

Languages

Tamil
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
English
Advanced (C1)

Timeline

Senior Process Associate

TCS
05.2022 - 05.2024

F&A Operation Processing Associate

NTT DATA Services
06.2021 - 05.2022

Senior Customer Service Associate

Teleperformance Pvt. Ltd
09.2019 - 05.2021

Process Associate

Accenture
09.2018 - 09.2019

B.COM-60% -

Sri Ramakrishna Mission Vivekananda College
04.2001 -

HSLC-82% -

Sri Ahobila Math Oriental Higher Secondary School
04.2001 -

SSLC - 70% -

S.M.Jain Higher Secondary School
04.2001 -
Prabhakaran RajendranSenior Process Associate