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Singapore

Singapore

- Leading a 120+ KYC analysts & KYC checkers team of 21 nationalities to position the company as a reference in the KYC industry.- Optimized departmental attractiveness in a competitive KYC market through proactive sourcing, networking, and communication strategies.- Maintained compliance with regulatory requirements and incorporated new regulations into an offshore production model for KYC analysis and second-level KYC control, covering all CA-CIB entities globally.- Actively managed and mitigated risks associated with KYC/CDD onboarding and review services while driving process improvements to optimize efficiency and effectiveness.- Developed and maintained productive relationships with business lines, international senior management, financial security, and permanent control to ensure adherence to regulatory and internal policies.- Collaborated closely with KYC stakeholders to establish mid- and long-term strategy plans, set operational metrics and KPIs, and monitor volume, efficiency, and quality measures.- Streamlined and automated the collection of public documentation through a major RPA automation plan (40+ robots in production), resulting in a saving of 10+ staff and enabling the processing of 10,000 reviews annually.- Fostered a compliance/KYC culture and created a KYC Training Academy to raise the Knowledge Management to the next level.- Initiated a KYC trend watch to stay up-to-date with the latest industry developments and emerging risks.- Strengthened the control framework through the addition, removal, and updating of controls, and implemented a new team for 2nd level controls and data analysis.- Reduced the average duration for a periodic review by 25% from 120 to 90 days, improving efficiency and reducing compliance risks.- Collaborated with key stakeholders, including global, regional, and country compliance, operations, IT, quality assurance, risk and control, and project management teams, to ensure successful process management.

Mumbai, Maharashtra, India

Led the establishment and recruitment of a global loan processing platform, transferring loan processing activities from 3 regional hubs to 12 countries.Managed 3 teams (Europe, Asia, USA) totaling 40 FTE.Key Responsibilities:- Led the establishment and recruitment of GELOP, ensuring staff engagement and managing turnover.- Orchestrated a steering committee involving serviced countries, Operations Head Office, IT, and Transferred Hubs (Hong Kong, London, New York)- Developed and defined migration principles for transfers of bilateral, participant, and agency loans.- Created a roadmap and established priorities for successful project execution.- Drafted Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to establish standardized processes.- Implemented training and change management initiatives to facilitate a smooth transition to GELOP.- Oversaw the integration of GELOP into the local set-up, coordinating with HR, Finance, Legal, Admin/IT, and Permanent Control functions.- Defined key performance indicators (KPIs) for production, platform, and client satisfaction indicators.- Successfully implemented new system releases and conducted User Acceptance Testing (UAT) for seamless operations.- Achieved excellent quality in all serviced countries, including Japan, leading to commendations from COOs in the UK, Hong Kong, and New York.- Increased quality and reporting compared to the previous operational setup.- Oversaw operations management on a 24/7 basis, managing three teams across Europe, Asia, and the Americas (40 FTE)Skills and Expertise:- Strong leadership and project management skills- Deep understanding of loan operations within the financial industry- Commitment to driving operational excellence, optimizing processes, and delivering resultsAwards and Recognition:- Commendations from COOs in the UK, Hong Kong, and New York

Mumbai, Maharashtra, India

I successfully oversaw and implemented a platform in Mumbai, collaborating with a well-known local partner. This platform catered to the Global Referential Management (GRM), Capital Market Operations (CMO), and Corporate Banking Operations (CBO) sectors. I managed a hybrid model comprising both outsourcing and captive CACIB teams, while navigating complex compliance and legal landscapes. I fostered strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, driving operational excellence.Key Achievements- Successfully established the offshore GOP platform, serving GRM, CMO, and CBO sectors.- Managed a hybrid model with outsourcing and captive CACIB teams.- Effectively managed the relationship with the service provider and facilitated process improvements.- Monitored and evaluated services provided by CACIB's partner, collaborating closely with GOP management and operational leaders in various sectors.- Provided regular reporting to GOP leadership and local management in India.- Developed and implemented a comprehensive plan for transverse controls, establishing the RACI matrix.- Implemented Service Level Monitoring and defined first and second-level controls.- Ensured compliance with regulator agreements and data protection across multiple jurisdictions.Managing the GOP Hybrid Platform in India was a challenging and rewarding experience. I demonstrated strong leadership, expertise in cross-functional team management, and a thorough understanding of compliance and operational excellence. Feel free to reach out for more information or any inquiries.

Paris Area, France

Managed several teams, including the Real Estate Market (8 people) and Local Authorities Market (15-30 people).Oversaw a strategic project to merge financing activities from a subsidiary to CACIB (operations volumes x 2.5) and implement full back-office process review and re-engineering.

Paris Area, France

Provided functional expertise and support to operations heads in each financing activity, including Trade & Guarantees and Loans.Participated in LoanIQ implementation, including business analysis review, front-to-back process standardization, and assessment and qualification of functional gaps.

Paris Area, France

Provided functional and technical support to Calyon branches.Responsible for system implementation in Algeria (new branch opening).Responsible for system replacement in United Arab Emirates (4 months overseas detachment)

Paris Area, France

Worldwide upgrade of the Corporate Banking system for Credit Lyonnais International network, Cash Management enhancements and roll-out

Singapore

Functional support for 11 Asian sitesInformation system training (accounting, risk, back-office, commercial)

Indonesia

Management Control