SUNAINA SWAMI

Address:

Greater Noida West, Uttar Pradesh, 201301, India

Profile Summary

Accomplished compliance and operations leader with proven expertise in directing KYC, AML/CFT, fraud detection, and credit functions. Skilled in risk assessment, process governance, workflow optimization, and regulatory compliance across global markets. Experienced in stakeholder management, MIS reporting, KPI/SLA monitoring, and team leadership to drive operational efficiency, accuracy, and audit readiness. Adept at project execution, corporate actions, and strategic process improvements to enhance performance and mitigate financial and operational risks.

Key Skills

  • Workflow Design & Automation
  • Risk Assessment & Mitigation
  • Quality Assurance Oversight
  • Process Governance
  • Corporate Actions Management
  • MIS & Analytics Reporting
  • KPI Tracking
  • KYC/AML Compliance
  • SLA Compliance
  • EDD for High-Risk Clients
  • Fraud Investigation Support
  • Financial Analysis & Reporting
  • Audit & Regulatory Readiness
  • Stakeholder Communication

Basic Details

Gender -

Female


Date of Birth -

1990-05-16


Languages

English


Hindi


Skills

MS Office - Word, Excel, PowerPoint


IBM SPSS Statistics 20, Windows XP/LINUX


SAP, SQL, VBA, Bloomberg Terminal


Work Experience

January, 2022 - Present

Team Lead, Cognizant

Bangalore

  • Led a team of 50 KYC analysts and 30 fraud detection professionals, driving customer due diligence, AML/CFT compliance, and financial crime mitigation.
  • Designed and implemented scalable KYC and fraud workflows, improving accuracy, operational efficiency, and throughput.
  • Conducted risk assessments, identified compliance gaps, and mitigated onboarding and monitoring risks.
  • Directed quality assurance and process governance, providing strategic guidance and establishing a custom quality framework to enhance SLA adherence.
  • Collaborated with compliance, legal, and risk management teams to resolve escalations and regulatory challenges, ensuring client satisfaction.
  • Delivered data-driven reports and analytics to senior leadership, enabling informed decision-making and performance tracking.
  • Executed performance management, including KPI tracking, coaching, appraisals, workforce scheduling, and capability building.
  • Supported Bluebolt automation and reporting enhancements, reducing manual effort and improving process efficiency and operational excellence.
  • Oversaw resource planning and task allocation, ensuring optimal team productivity and SLA adherence.
  • Conducted regular team performance reviews and coaching sessions, enhancing skills and accountability.
  • Acted as the primary point of contact for escalations, resolving complex operational and client issues.

March, 2021 - July,2021

Assistant Manager, Genpact

Noida

  • Led a KYC/Fraud Risk team of 45, ensuring SLA compliance, quality, and operational efficiency.
  • Managed workflow, quality checks, escalations, and performed onboarding, periodic reviews, and EDD for high-risk clients.
  • Supported fraud investigations and acted as primary point of contact for client queries, escalations, and governance.
  • Prepared and presented MIS reports, dashboards, and risk summaries to leadership and stakeholders.
  • Ensured strict adherence to regulatory guidelines, internal policies, and compliance standards across all KYC and fraud operations.
  • Designed and delivered training programs and knowledge sessions to upskill analysts and maintain high-quality standards.
  • Monitored team performance metrics and KPIs, preparing actionable insights for leadership to drive operational excellence.
  • Participated in audit readiness and regulatory inspections, ensuring documentation, processes, and MIS reports met compliance requirements.

November, 2019 - March,2021

Team Lead, Bank of America

Gurugram

  • Led Prime Brokerage Dividends and Equity initiatives, managing corporate action workflows across EMEA and Americas.
  • Executed dividend and equity reconciliations, mitigating financial exposure and operational risks.
  • Delivered project leadership, managed claims validation and issue resolution (JIRA), and developed ETF/US market intelligence reports.
  • Directed operational risk management, including risk profiling, incident analysis, and scenario planning, ensuring regulatory compliance.
  • Onboarded and coached 25 analysts, ensuring timely dividend settlements and enhanced team productivity.
  • Managed stakeholder communications for escalations, regulatory reporting, and critical market events, ensuring timely updates and transparency.

January, 2018 - September,2019

CAM Manager, Indiabulls Consumer Finance Ltd.

Gurugram

  • Led 20 Credit Executives, ensuring credit appraisal, loan lifecycle, and KYC compliance.
  • Partnered with lenders and stakeholders for compliant, timely loan disbursals.
  • Implemented process improvements and profit optimization, boosting portfolio performance.
  • Managed KPI/SLA frameworks, credit risk assessments, and audits, improving turnaround and service efficiency.

July, 2015 - December,2017

Senior Associate - Ops, WNS Global Services

Gurugram

  • Led 6 data analysts, driving KPI achievement and upskilling to meet business needs.
  • Built partnerships with Barclays and RBS, streamlining corporate data access and operations.
  • Analyzed corporate actions across global markets, ensuring compliance and reporting standards.

July, 2012 - July,2013

Finance Executive, Star Links Logistics Ltd.

Delhi

  • Executed accounting controls, maintained general ledger accounts, and ensured compliance with legal, regulatory, and internal policies.
  • Managed bank reconciliations, monthly accruals, and fixed asset accounting, ensuring ledger accuracy and timely reporting.

Education History

Master Degree (Business Administration - Finance)

Sri Sharada Institute of Indian Management Research

2015

Bachelor Degree (Commerce)

Delhi University

2012

Certificates

Microsoft Excel - Data Analysis with Excel Pivot Tables

Microsoft Power BI - The Practical Guide [2022 Edition]

Problem Solving - The Complete Guide

Digital Transformation and Industry 4.0 Masterclass

Accomplishments

Highest Contribution in OOD/SSI Processing

Recognized for achieving the highest percentage contribution in processing OOD’s SSIs.


League of Champion Award

Awarded for outstanding performance and consistently meeting KPIs.


Appreciation Certificate, WNS

Honored for continuous hard work, dedication, and commitment to excellence.


3rd Prize, Best Speaker

Secured 3rd place for exemplary presentation skills in the Corporate Immersion Workshop.