Pervin Sahin
KYC and Compliance Analyst
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About
Detail-oriented and proactive KYC and Compliance Analyst with over 10 years of experience in financial services, specialising in AML compliance, client onboarding, risk assessment, and regulatory operations. Demonstrated ability to handle high-risk clients, conduct due diligence and sanctions screening, and support internal and external audits. Holds a Global KYC Certificate Experienced with SWIFT messaging, HM Treasury compliance, and EU/OFAC screening.
Adept at working in dynamic, high-volume environments within international banking institutions.
Experience
Financial Analyst - Sobien Technology Ltd - Remote
(2014-01)
- Researched and analyzed financial data, producing reports aligned with compliance and regulatory standards.
- Maintained current knowledge of industry regulations, legislation, and best practices.
- Supported internal controls and cost-efficiency improvements.
Account Relationship Manager - Bank of Beirut, London - London
(2010-01 - 2014-12)
- Opened, maintained, and closed client accounts, ensuring full KYC compliance.
- Reviewed high-value daily transactions and verified legitimacy against client profiles.
- Handled onboarding of high-net-worth individuals, ensuring documentation met FCA and AML standards.
- Prepared FX deal transactions and ensured accurate settlement.
Payment Specialist (Operations) - Persia International Bank, London - London
(2008-01 - 2010-12)
- Processed SWIFT payments (MT103, MT202, MT199, MT195) and performed name screening against EU/OFAC sanctions lists.
- Assisted Compliance with documentation requests and reporting to HM Treasury UK.
- Participated in client account openings and closures, ensuring AML and KYC compliance.
Payment Officer / Clearing & Customer Service - Turkish Bank, London - London
(2006-01 - 2008-12)
- Managed daily SWIFT and CHAPS/BACS payments.
- Conducted account opening/closure procedures in line with compliance standards.
- Delivered high-level customer service while maintaining AML and operational accuracy.
Education
BA (Hons) BSc - Economics - SOAS University of London (2003-01 - 2006-12)
Access Certificate - Humanities & Social Sciences - Kingsway & Westminster College (2002-12)
