Chanikya Bandaru

I am an AML and sanctions professional with extensive experience in sanctions screening, KYC/KYB, CIP and fraud prevention, most recently as a Lead Coordinator in Risk Operations at PayPal India. I have worked across global screening platforms and handled real-time OFAC and transaction reviews to mitigate sanctions, money-laundering and terrorist financing risks.

At PayPal I led sanctions screening and payment decisioning using tools such as Norkom, World-Check and Firco Soft, conducted enhanced due diligence for PEP accounts, managed watchlists, and coordinated with internal teams to reduce risk while meeting daily and monthly SLAs. Previously I processed UK sanctions at HSBC and handled US healthcare claims and investigations at Hinduja Global Solutions.

I bring strong analytical, process-improvement and interpersonal skills, a proven ability to work independently or in teams, and a commitment to regulatory standards and quality assurance. I am driven to learn, contribute to compliance programs, and deliver accurate, timely outcomes in high-volume environments.