Amanda Hsin Ying Chua
Singapore
Summary
Motivated, teamwork-oriented and responsible senior associate with significant experience in KYC/AML review work. A highly driven individual with a strong passion for compliance related work.
Experienced with managing high-stakes projects and ensuring client satisfaction. Utilizes analytical skills and strategic thinking to drive successful outcomes. Track record of effective teamwork and adaptability in dynamic environments.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Periodic Review Specialist
UBS
12.2022 - Current
- Analyzed review processes to enhance accuracy and efficiency.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to resolve discrepancies in documentation.
- Monitored compliance with internal policies and industry regulations.
- Assisted in developing training materials for new team members.
- Conducted thorough assessments of review data for actionable insights.
- Conducted root cause analysis on recurring issues encountered during reviews; proposed viable solutions that led to long-term improvements.
- Optimized resource allocation through effective workload distribution among review specialists.
- Mentored junior review specialists, fostering professional growth and development within the team.
- Managed a high volume of reviews within tight deadlines, ensuring timely completion and client satisfaction.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge on industry trends and regulations, providing informed guidance to colleagues and clients alike.
Risk Assurance and Compliance Senior Associate
PricewaterhouseCoopers, Singapore
09.2020 - 10.2022
- One of the key members for the regulatory audit for various local and private banks. Scope of work provided includes:
- Review of AML/CFT related policies and procedures
- Validation of customer due diligence performed (e.g. Identification and verification, source of wealth and the plausibility of source of funds)
- Review of Suspicious Transactions Reporting ("STR") and Unusual Activity Escalation ("UAE") for respective business units.
- Performing adverse news checks using databases such as Worldcheck, LexisNexis and Factiva
- One of the key members for a pricing remediation project for one of the world’s largest private banks. Scope of work provided includes:
- Managed, tracked and monitored individual client remediation updates.
- Helped the the bank navigate interactions with their clients and legal concerns related to financial matters.
Risk Assurance and Compliance Intern
PricewaterhouseCoopers, Singapore
12.2018 - 03.2019
- AML/CFT Review of corporate and private individual accounts for numerous banks
- Review of trade finance checks (e.g price, vessel and dual goods use)
Education
Bachelor - Business Management (Finance)
Singapore Management University
01.2020
Diploma - Tourism and Resort Management
Singapore Polytechnic
01.2016
Skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Word, Powerpoint and Excel
- Excellent communication skills (written and verbal)
- Great interpersonal skills
- Strong attention to detail
- Training and mentoring
- Team supervision
- Performance monitoring
Timeline
Periodic Review Specialist
UBS
12.2022 - Current
Risk Assurance and Compliance Senior Associate
PricewaterhouseCoopers, Singapore
09.2020 - 10.2022
Risk Assurance and Compliance Intern
PricewaterhouseCoopers, Singapore
12.2018 - 03.2019
Diploma - Tourism and Resort Management
Singapore Polytechnic
Bachelor - Business Management (Finance)
Singapore Management University
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