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Education
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Sameena Shaikh

Pune

Summary

Compliance and Financial Operations Specialist with 4+ years of experience in Underwriting, AML/KYC, transaction monitoring, fraud detection, and regulatory compliance (BSA/AML, OFAC, FATF, PMLA). Expertise in CDD/EDD, risk assessment, and financial operations across Lending, Fund Accounting, and Underwriting. Proficient in Verafin, ICE, Power BI, and MS Excel with a proven track record of leading teams, mentoring analysts, and implementing automation. Recognized for driving process improvements that increase efficiency, strengthen compliance controls, and support business growth.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Process Specialist

Infosys BPM LTD.
08.2023 - Current
  • Designed and implemented reporting suites & dashboards to deliver actionable insights for business and client requirements.
  • Executed process improvement initiatives, reducing TAT by 30% and improving operational efficiency.
  • Led and guided team operations, resolving queries, monitoring performance, and addressing underperformance to achieve 100% SLA compliance.
  • Strategically planned workloads and delegated tasks to ensure the timely and accurate delivery of services.

Senior Process Executive

Infosys BPM LTD.
04.2022 - 08.2023
  • Trained and mentored new employees, supporting process knowledge transfer and certification.
  • Monitored high-risk transactions (Wire, ACH, P2P) using Verafin and internal systems.
  • Conducted CDD/EDD for high-risk clients including PEP, sanctions, and adverse media screening (World Check, Lexis-Nexis).
  • Investigated fraud cases (loan, card, account takeover, wire, deposit, UAR) and filed SARs per AML/BSA regulations.
  • Assessed source of funds/wealth, prepared detailed risk narratives, and maintained KYC SOPs.

Process Executive

Infosys BPM LTD.
12.2020 - 04.2022
  • Performed KYC due diligence and AML compliance checks to mitigate money laundering and fraud risks.
  • Verified and reviewed mortgage loan files, including income, assets, credit, and collateral, ensuring compliance with standards.
  • Managed delinquent accounts, negotiated repayment solutions, and collaborated with legal teams for debt recovery.

Education

Bachelor of Commerce -

New Arts And Commerce And Science College
Ahmednagar, Maharashtra
04-2020

Skills

  • Process & Domain Expertise: KYC / AML Compliance (BSA/AML, OFAC, FATF, PMLA), Transaction Monitoring, SAR/STR Reporting, Fraud Detection & Risk Assessment, Mortgage Operations & Underwriting, Document Verification & Quality Control, Workflow Optimization, SLA Adherence & Regulatory Compliance, Process Improvement & Automation
  • Technical Tools: Verafin, ICE, MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint), Power BI & Reporting Dashboards
  • Soft Skills: Leadership & Team Management, Employee Engagement & Client Relationship Management, Training, Mentoring & Knowledge Sharing, Critical Thinking & Problem-Solving, Business Analysis & Decision-Making

Projects

1. Reference Handy Guide Tool 

  • Developed a centralized knowledge tool, reducing training time and improving process accessibility.

2. Micro Team Formation

  • Initiated restructuring that boosted productivity and accountability.

3. Performance Evaluation Dashboard 

  • Built automated dashboards in Power BI to monitor KPIs and performance metrics.

4. Employee Details Dashboard 

  • Designed a reporting system for workforce management and employee engagement.

Accomplishments

  • Employee of the Year Award
  • 2× Rising Star Award
  • 2× Extra Miler Award
  • Best Mentor Award
  • 2× Client Appreciation (Kudos Awards)

Timeline

Process Specialist

Infosys BPM LTD.
08.2023 - Current

Senior Process Executive

Infosys BPM LTD.
04.2022 - 08.2023

Process Executive

Infosys BPM LTD.
12.2020 - 04.2022

Bachelor of Commerce -

New Arts And Commerce And Science College
Sameena Shaikh