Venuka Wijenayake
DANDENONG,VIC
Summary
Experienced Data Analyst and KYC Operations Executive with a strong background in financial crime compliance, data analysis, and team leadership. Proficient in machine learning, data wrangling, and visualizations with hands-on expertise in Python, SQL, Power BI, and Tableau. Looking for a challenging role where I can leverage my data science skills to drive business insights and innovation.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Executive - KYC Operations
LSEG Business Services Colombo
12.2022 - 01.2023
- Conducted customer screening, monitored transactions, and performed AML checks for global clients
- Handled due diligence, PEP screening, and escalations for sanction reviews
- Collaborated with stakeholders for onboarding, periodic reviews, and compliance escalations
Transaction Monitoring Analyst
HSBC Electronic Data Processing Lanka (Pvt) Ltd
07.2021 - 12.2022
- Reviewed AML alerts, investigated suspicious activities, and submitted reports to regulatory authorities
- Acted as SME, assisting colleagues and conducting quality checks on AML-related cases
Data Analyst
Omega House Plans and Constructions
07.2019 - 12.2020
- Analyzed financial documentation, managed stocks, and created visual reports for senior management
Team Leader
Khepri International Services (Pvt) Ltd
11.2016 - 05.2019
- Led a team of 20 marketing agents, maintained team performance, and prepared production reports
Education
Master of Science - Data Science
Deakin University
Melbourne, VIC11-2024
Bachelor of Science - Mathematics, Computer Science And Statistics
University of Colombo
04-2021
Skills
- Python
- R
- SQL
- Power BI
- Tableau
- Google Cloud
- GitHub
- Jenkins
- Visual Basic
- Adobe Photoshop
- Adobe Lightroom
- Team Leadership
- Organizational Development
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
Accomplishments
- Managed complex KYC processes with 100% accuracy in compliance with global standards.
- Supported the launch of a data analysis system at Omega, streamlining reporting for senior management.
- Successfully led a team of 20 marketing agents, increasing performance by 15%.
Languages
English
Full Professional
Sinhala
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Executive - KYC Operations
LSEG Business Services Colombo
12.2022 - 01.2023
Transaction Monitoring Analyst
HSBC Electronic Data Processing Lanka (Pvt) Ltd
07.2021 - 12.2022
Data Analyst
Omega House Plans and Constructions
07.2019 - 12.2020
Team Leader
Khepri International Services (Pvt) Ltd
11.2016 - 05.2019
Master of Science - Data Science
Deakin University
Bachelor of Science - Mathematics, Computer Science And Statistics
University of Colombo
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