Vidura HANWELLA

Compliance professional with 10+ years of experience in AML/CFT, KYC, CDD/EDD, transaction monitoring, sanctions screening, and financial crime investigations. Skilled in regulatory reporting, risk assessment, and ensuring compliance with AML/CFT regulations across banking and financial services.

Compliance professional with 10+ years of experience in AML/CFT, KYC, CDD/EDD, transaction monitoring, sanctions screening, and financial crime investigations. Skilled in regulatory reporting, risk assessment, and ensuring compliance in banking and financial services.

[email protected] 077 389 3833 Colombo
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Personal Banking Advisor
HSBC
Jan 2015 — Jan 2016Colombo, Sri Lanka
  • Identified customer needs and recommended personalized banking solutions enhancing client satisfaction and loyalty
  • Achieved sales, service, and operational KPIs, contributing to branch performance
  • Cultivated strong customer relationships with exceptional service resulting in high satisfaction
  • Performed KYC, Customer Due Diligence (CDD), and account opening complying with AML/CFT regulatory requirements
Senior Head Teller
Delma Exchange
Jan 2017 — Jan 2021Dubai, UAE
  • Supervised daily teller operations enhancing workflow efficiency and customer service standards
  • Trained and mentored team members on foreign exchange products, operations, and compliance
  • Managed customer inquiries and resolved escalated issues ensuring effective service delivery
  • Oversaw daily cash balancing and reconciliations ensuring transaction accuracy and control adherence
Senior Associate - KYC
WNS Global Services
Jan 2022 — Jan 2022Colombo, Sri Lanka
  • Analyzed KYC documents to identify fraud and high-risk patterns enhancing risk management
  • Monitored transactions involving high-risk geographies and merchants
  • Executed digital onboarding and biometric verification of customers to streamline compliance
  • Collaborated with training teams to improve fraud detection processes
  • Ensured timely reporting of risk findings and client deliverables
Due Diligence Officer
Al Fardan Exchange
Jan 2022 — Jan 2025Dubai, UAE
  • Prepared and submitted SARs, STRs, and ISTRs complying with AML/CFT regulations
  • Reviewed flagged customer transactions identifying suspicious activities aiding financial crime investigations
  • Ensured strict compliance with internal policies and regulatory frameworks
  • Managed customer complaints ensuring timely resolution and improving satisfaction
Financial Crime Analyst
Nexus AML
Jan 2025 — Jan 2026Colombo, Sri Lanka
  • Reviewed cross-border transactions across jurisdictions, investigating AML alerts with Napier Compliance System
  • Performed sanctions screening of customers and transactions against international watchlists including OFAC, UN, EU, UK
  • Analyzed customer profiles, financial data, transaction behavior to detect fraud, money laundering, terrorist financing indicators
  • Conducted sanctions, Politically Exposed Person (PEP), and adverse media screening against global watchlists to identify risks
  • Performed sanctions screening ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements
Senior Executive - Compliance
Alliance Finance Company PLC
Apr 2026 — PresentCurrentColombo, Sri Lanka
  • Reviewed customer transactions using the KPMG Transaction Monitoring System (TMS) to escalate cases for regulatory reporting in line with AML/CFT requirements
  • Prepared Suspicious Transaction Reports (STRs) and internal compliance investigation reports to support regulatory oversight
  • Conducted Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD) and Customer Due Diligence (CDD) reviews for high-risk clients
  • Performed sanctions and PEP screening for new customers ensuring regulatory compliance
  • Monitored customer profiles with timely KYC reviews and risk classification updates
  • Conducted branch compliance reviews, offsite verifications, and compliance training sessions
  • Supported enhancement of AML/CFT controls, policies, and compliance frameworks to strengthen risk management
Skills
AML/CFT complianceKYCCDD/EDDTransaction monitoringSanctions screeningFinancial crime investigationRegulatory reportingRisk assessmentCompliance frameworksCross-border complianceRisk classificationDecision makingRegulatory complianceCustomer due diligence
Education
G.C.E Advanced Level
St Joseph's College Colombo
Aug 2014 — Aug 2014
Bachelor of Arts, Global Business
University of West of Scotland
Certifications
AML/CFT & Due Diligence Training (FERG)
2020-02-25
AML/CFT Compliance for Financial Institutions
2026-06-22
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