Priya Thakur

About Priya Thakur

I am a dedicated and result-driven AML Compliance professional with nearly five years of extensive experience in Anti-Money Laundering (AML) Compliance, Transaction Monitoring, Process Improvement, and KYC management, primarily within the finance industry. My expertise lies in providing AML advisory guidelines, developing and enhancing compliance frameworks, and ensuring regulatory adherence across various departments.At HDFC Bank Limited, as a Deputy Manager of compliance, I conduct comprehensive reviews of customer transactions, ensuring meticulous monitoring to prevent money laundering activities. I perform detailed analyses to validate transactions or identify suspicious activities and oversee monitoring systems for unusual customer behavior. I prepare and file Suspicious Transaction Reports (STR) after thorough investigations, adhering strictly to regulatory guidelines and internal compliance protocols.During my tenure at Accenture as a Regulatory Compliance Associate, I was recognized as a ‘Star Performer’ and promoted to ‘Acting Team Leader,’ where I managed a team of 8 Associates. I played a pivotal role in developing and refining compliance frameworks, policies, and procedures. I led the design and maintenance of a comprehensive AML procedural framework and conducted regular assessments of reports for suspicious activities. I implemented risk assessment methodologies to support a risk-based approach to compliance and monitoring.My core competencies include AML management, compliance management, transaction management, risk analysis, process improvement, investigation management, and end-to-end KYC management. I am adept at strategic planning, sanctions screening, quality control, and analysis. I hold a Bachelor of Commerce in Accounting & Finance from the University of Mumbai and certifications from ACAMS and Udemy in AML and compliance.I am passionate about maintaining the highest standards of financial security and operational integrity and continually strive to enhance the efficiency and accuracy of transaction monitoring systems and AML practices.

Experience

1. Deputy Manager - Compliance

   HDFC Bank

   Dec 2023 — Present · Mumbai, IN

   Conducting comprehensive reviews of customer’s transactions across various accounts, ensuring meticulous monitoring to prevent money laundering activities. Performing detailed analysis of customer transactions relative to their profiles to validate transactions or identify suspicious activities. Overseeing the monitoring system for alerts on unusual customer behavior and escalating significant findings for deeper investigation. Working closely with branch, operations, and product teams to clarify and resolve alerts by 80%. Preparing and filing Suspicious Transaction Reports (STR) after thorough investigations, adhering to regulatory guidelines and internal compliance protocols. Maintaining strict adherence to Turnaround Times (TAT) for reviewing and closing alerts and STR requests.

Education

• University of Mumbai

  Bachelor of Commerce in Accounting & Finance