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Ararat Tekie

@ararattekie

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Analytical operations manager specializing in AML and compliance.

United Kingdom

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What I'm looking for

I seek a role that values compliance and operational efficiency, offering growth opportunities in AML and risk management.

I am an analytical and strategic thinker with hands-on experience in Anti-Money Laundering (AML), compliance, and operational excellence. My career has been marked by a solid history of managing projects with great attention to detail and a strong sense of ownership. I excel in fast-paced environments, effectively prioritizing my workload while collaborating with teams or working independently.

Currently, I serve as a Senior Operations Manager at Fidelity International, where I lead AML and sanctions processes, design risk assessment procedures, and integrate workflow tools to enhance operational efficiency. My previous roles have equipped me with a comprehensive understanding of financial crime compliance, policy development, and risk management, allowing me to foster strong relationships with stakeholders and drive successful project outcomes.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Senior Operations Manager, Private Assets

Current

Fidelity International

Jul 2022 - Present (2 years 11 months)

Headed all AML and Sanctions processes, owning and updating procedures in collaboration with FCC teams. Designed asset class risk assessment processes and checklists to capture product specificities and tailor an efficient approach with outstanding customer experience in mind.

AML Sanctions Risk Assessment Process Improvement Stakeholder Management Project Management KYC Workflow Management Automation

AML Analyst

MetLife Investment Management Limited

Mar 2021 - Present (4 years 3 months)

Managed the end-to-end onboarding process including customer risk scoring for Private Credit placements. Presented PEP, High risk industry and jurisdiction analysis of clients for Senior Management Committee approval.

AML Risk Scoring Stakeholder Management Regulatory Compliance Internal Audit PEP Analysis

Senior Officer - Loan Operations (Compliance)

MeDirect Bank

Nov 2017 - Present (7 years 7 months)

Wrote and implemented onboarding procedures for corporate high yield and leveraged lending. Managed the end-to-end onboarding process including customer risk scoring for various corporate portfolios.

AML Onboarding KYC Workflow Management Risk Mitigation Compliance Portfolio Management

KYC Analyst

Deutsche Bank

Nov 2016 - Present (8 years 7 months)

Held full responsibility for the overall management of the KYC remediation process for high-risk clients to meet regulatory requirements. Reviewed KYC requirements prepared by offshore teams and identified discrepancies.

KYC Regulatory Compliance Remediation Processing Public Domain Information Client Communication

KYC Manager

Barclays Bank Plc

Mar 2015 - Present (10 years 3 months)

Completed KYC checks on onboarding and refresh cases for Corporate clients in line with UK and local regulations. Mitigated money laundering and reputational risk events through adverse media and Worldcheck screenings.

KYC Regulatory Compliance Ownership Structures World Check Gap Analysis

Junior Anti-Money Laundering Analyst

Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer

Jun 2013 - Present (12 years)

Conducted reputational risk assessments of all clients, analyzing complex ownership structures, and reviewing due diligence documents. Ensured compliance of all clients with OFAC/EU sanctioned countries.

AML Risk Assessment Due Diligence OFAC Sanctions