Pushpak Waikar

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ABOUT PUSHPAK WAIKAR

10+ years of experience in Know Your Customer (KYC) and Anti-Money Laundering (AML) domain.Possess strong expertise in handling complex entity types including SPVs, Trusts, Funds, LLCs, and LLPs.Engaged directly with clients to collect and verify KYC documentation, ensuring compliance with global regulatory standards.Conducted timely and accurate KYC reviews of existing clients, maintaining precise records across systems and ensuring proper documentation filing.Managed the end-to-end lifecycle of KYC periodic reviews, from gap analysis to information updates and final submission.Interpreted and analyzed KYC data to perform risk assessments, exercising sound judgment in escalation and risk mitigation decisions.Performed PEP, sanctions, and adverse media screening, analyzing results to confirm or discount potential matches.Completed periodic client reviews within prescribed timelines, meeting both internal business protocols and regulatory requirements.Applied defined processes across multiple business lines, adapting to regulatory nuances and operational differences.Classified clients in line with regulatory frameworks (MiFID, EMIR, FSCS, FATCA/CRS, SME classifications), ensuring documentation accuracy and compliance.Key AchievementsEnsured 100% compliance with regulatory deadlines for periodic reviews.Streamlined client communication processes, reducing turnaround time for documentation collection.Supported risk management initiatives by accurately identifying and escalating high-risk clients.Maintained audit-ready records with zero discrepancies across multiple review cycles.