ARAkhil ramakant
@akhilramakant
Financial crime senior analyst specializing in adverse media and risk mitigation.
IndiaWhat I'm looking for
I am a results-driven Financial Crime Senior Analyst with deep experience in adverse media screening, risk assessment, and AML controls. I have worked across wholesale and retail banking lines to detect and escalate potential illicit activity.
At HSBC I conducted escalated reviews using AI tools like Actionable Intelligence, raised Financial Crime Unusual Activity Reports, and collaborated with risk teams and relationship managers to resolve complex cases. I ensured MI data accuracy and performed quality control to meet regulatory standards.
Previously I supported adverse media screening using World-Check and RDC, cleared regional backlog triggers, and led initiatives to improve team efficiency and tracker management. I have delivered training for new joiners and provided feedback to improve reporting effectiveness.
I hold an MBA and a Certified CDD-PEP Specialist certification, and I am known for consistent performance, stakeholder management, and applying compliance frameworks to safeguard institutions from financial crime.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Conducted reviews on escalated sanction exposure, negative news, MSB, ESG, and PEP cases using AI, raised Financial Crime Unusual Activity Reports (UARs), and implemented risk management strategies to ensure regulatory compliance while improving MI data accuracy.
Performed adverse media screening and risk assessments for CMB and GBM clients using World-Check and RDC, cleared significant backlog triggers (100+ UK, 250+ other regions), and enhanced team efficiency through tracker management.
Operations Coordinator
Aditi Consulting
Dec 2021 - Apr 2022 (4 months)
Managed operations and onboarding processes for new hires, ensuring smooth integration and process adherence across the organization.
Retail Manager
SST Steel Corporation
Mar 2020 - Apr 2021 (1 year 1 month)
Led retail management and business development, managed a sales team and oversaw planning and execution to meet sales targets.
AMWorked in centralized time-keeping to streamline processes, monitored employee attendance and reduced payroll defects to maintain HR service consistency.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
MP Birla Institute of Management
Master of Business Administration, Human Resources & Marketing
Grade: CGPA: 5.6
Completed an MBA in Human Resources and Marketing with a CGPA of 5.6 in 2019.
J G College of Commerce
Bachelor of Commerce, Commerce
Grade: 57%
Completed a Bachelor of Commerce with a percentage score of 57% in 2015.
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