Knowledgeable CDD Analyst with robust background in due diligence and risk assessment. Adept at scrutinizing financial documents and identifying potential red flags, leading to informed decision-making. Demonstrated analytical skills and attention to detail in high-stakes environments. Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Client Due Diligence Analyst
Commonwealth Bank of Australia, Private Banking
05.2021 - Current
Perform end-to-end KYC process for existing customers by reviewing documentation, performing screening on account holders and its connected parties. Conduct appropriate due diligence checks (ie. Source of Wealth, name screenings, transaction reviews, etc) and information searches to comply with bank standards as well as in accordance to the Group AML/CFT policy and procedures. Evaluates high-risk accounts and analyses potential linkage to money laundering and counter terrorism. Point of contact to resolve any KYC issues with stakeholders. Provide solutions and feedback to improvise process workflow, policies and resolve internal communications. Escalate potential issues on adverse news, PEP and STR related to FCC team. Ensuring all customers files archived to system after KYC completion. Regularly maintain and update SOP policies related. Involved in management reporting and data analysis on AML/KYC reviews.
Part of the project to migrate overseas clientele to local database and ensure that data privacy protected and information in system are accurate as well as adhering to MAS 626 requirements.
Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance. Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
Associate Analyst
Wipro Limited
11.2020 - 03.2021
Part of the Investment Banking division (UBS Singapore) responsible in executing client and credit verifications for the Bank. Perform document verifications based on pre-defined rules to ensure completeness before submission. Review the consistency of data fields across multiple documents. Verify contents for accuracy and store images in a centralized database. Captures document information and data (via indexing application). Merging of clients’ documentation using Adobe Acrobat. Analyze workflow and performance of Document Imaging System for potential issues and opportunities.
Client Analyst
Credit Suisse Bank
03.2019 - 08.2019
A member of Client Lifecycle Management team accountable for managing Private Banking documentation checks and data maintenance. Perform formalities control on client related Loose Documents instruction (reviewing and updating of Investment Profile Questionnaire, Removal/Addition of Contact Details, Company Mandate and etc) in the CRM system. Managing BAU while ensure completeness of workflow within timeframe.
Account Documentation Analyst
EFG Bank
07.2018 - 01.2019
Assist in maintenance of database for annual Foreign Account Tax Compliance Act (FATCA) and Common Reporting Standards (CRS) reporting thus ensuring Bank meets its reporting obligations and the relevant regulatory requirements. Collect CRS FATCA forms from Relationship Managers, perform first level checks on the forms to ensure accuracy and completeness. Ensured seamless communication between internal teams by serving as the primary point of contact for CRS FATCA related inquiries.
Case Manager
HSBC Bank (Singapore) Limited
02.2017 - 12.2017
Review of AML transactions monitoring reports and trigger any STR. Analyze alerts and investigate customers that match with PEPs and Negative Media lists generated through name screening system. Ensuring completeness of CDD information before submitting the case to checker for review and approval. Keeping abreast of changes to regulatory requirements for AML/CFT (MAS 626 and HKMA).
AML Specialist
Citibank
09.2016 - 01.2017
End-to-end processing of FATCA/AML Documentation and ensure documents are in line with regulatory and AML requirements, and update in Bank’s system. Work closely with internal and external customers and provide advice on updates as per review and research done. Handles weekly and monthly MIS reports.
CDD Analyst
Standard Chartered Bank (Singapore) Limited
04.2013 - 01.2016
Conduct AML and KYC periodic review on existing customers. Identifying suspicious transactions and escalate promptly to FCR team. As a maker, my role is to ensure completeness of documentation and if any deficiencies must handle timely and within SLA. This include corroboration of SOF, SOW and obtain documentation. Escalate matters if required for management approval. As part of KYC procedures, unwrapping the UBO and ensure complex cases (funds, trusts or etc) are within guidelines and in compliance with regulatory requirements (MAS 626).
Education
Bachelor of Commerce - Banking And Management (Double Major)
Murdoch University
Singapore
10.2018
Diploma in Commerce - Logistics and Supply Chain Management
Kaplan Higher Education Academy
12.2013
Skills
Proficient in interpersonal interactions
Effective team participation
Critical thinking in problem resolution
Keen eye for detail
Proficient in logistical planning
Effective decision-making in challenging environments
Experienced with Microsoft Office applications
Norkom compliance screening
Factiva data analysis skills
Experienced in LexisNexis research
Proficient in World-Check utilization
Experience with T24
Experience with Docvault systems
Anti-money laundering compliance
Collaborative leadership
Proficient in data analysis using Excel
Financial transaction oversight
Risk assessment for sanctions
References
Available upon request
Languages
English
Advanced (C1)
Malay
Advanced (C1)
Indonesian
Elementary (A2)
Timeline
Client Due Diligence Analyst
Commonwealth Bank of Australia, Private Banking
05.2021 - Current
Associate Analyst
Wipro Limited
11.2020 - 03.2021
Client Analyst
Credit Suisse Bank
03.2019 - 08.2019
Account Documentation Analyst
EFG Bank
07.2018 - 01.2019
Case Manager
HSBC Bank (Singapore) Limited
02.2017 - 12.2017
AML Specialist
Citibank
09.2016 - 01.2017
CDD Analyst
Standard Chartered Bank (Singapore) Limited
04.2013 - 01.2016
Bachelor of Commerce - Banking And Management (Double Major)
Murdoch University
Diploma in Commerce - Logistics and Supply Chain Management
Manager Risk & Control Advisory and Delivery at Commonwealth Bank of AustraliaManager Risk & Control Advisory and Delivery at Commonwealth Bank of Australia