Vikas S. Email & Phone Number

As a Vice President specializing in Wholesale KYC Operations, I bring over 15 years of extensive experience in banking and financial services, with a strong focus on KYC/AML compliance, middle and back-office functions, and customer relationship management. My career has taken me through major financial centers including Mumbai, London, Dubai, and Riyadh, where I have honed my skills in regulatory frameworks, team management, and process improvement. Known for my strategic oversight and collaborative leadership, I have consistently delivered results in complex financial environments.I have spearheaded global KYC/AML compliance initiatives, ensuring adherence to stringent regulatory standards across multiple financial hubs. My leadership in managing and optimizing middle and back-office operations has significantly enhanced efficiency and accuracy in transaction processing. By implementing a comprehensive KYC compliance program, I reduced client onboarding time and improved operational efficiency and client satisfaction.In my role, I have led cross-functional teams to streamline KYC processes, optimizing operations through automation and process innovation. This approach has not only reduced operational costs but also improved compliance and operational performance. I formulated and executed a new KYC risk assessment framework that enhanced risk detection accuracy, mitigating compliance and financial risks.Additionally, I oversaw the integration of advanced analytics tools into KYC operations, increasing the accuracy of customer due diligence and reducing false positives. My department-wide training initiative improved audit scores by 25%, and my negotiations with third-party vendors have led to better data accuracy and completeness across the client database. My ability to drive process improvements and foster high-performance teams has been pivotal in maintaining the highest standards of compliance and operational excellence.

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  University Of Mumbai

  Management