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Arshdeep Singh
AML analyst
Toronto,ON
Summary
Detail‑oriented AML & Forensic Specialist with 4+ years of experience in AML investigations, Quality Control, Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD), sanctions screening, PEP reviews, STR/UTR reporting, crypto‑risk assessment, OSINT, and high‑risk customer analysis. Currently a Specialist Forensic Services at PwC Canada, supporting large‑scale AML programs with strong QC oversight, regulatory alignment, and workflow optimization. Proven ability to lead teams, improve case accuracy, and deliver training while maintaining strict compliance with FINTRAC, global AML standards, and internal risk frameworks.
Work History
Specialist Forensic Services
PWC Consulting
Toronto, ON
01.2025 - Current
- Conduct Quality Control reviews on high‑risk AML investigations, ensuring alignment with FINTRAC, sanctions regulations, and internal AML/ATF policies.
- Perform Enhanced Due Diligence using Actimize, World‑Check, RDC, and OSINT tools.
- Review cases involving PEPs, sanctions exposure, crypto‑linked transactions, adverse media, and algorithm‑flagged high‑risk behaviors.
- Analyze high‑risk industries including DPMS, unregistered charities, white‑label ATMs, online gambling, firearms/arms dealers, shell entities, and high‑risk jurisdictions.
- Prepare and validate STR/UTR narratives for escalation.
- Lead a team of 10–15 analysts, providing workflow oversight, coaching, and performance monitoring.
- Deliver training, onboarding, and knowledge‑sharing sessions for new joiners and cross‑functional teams.
- Manage reporting for new joiners, training compliance, productivity metrics, and QC trends.
- Support updates to AML/ATF policies, procedures, and rsk frameworks.
Utilize SQL, Oracle, and SharePoint for data analysis, case tracking, and operational reporting.
Associate
NTT DATA Services
NOIDA, INDIA
06.2021 - 04.2023
- Performed KYC, EDD, and high‑risk customer reviews, ensuring compliance with regulatory and internal standards.
- Conducted QA/QC reviews on AML cases, identifying documentation gaps and ensuring accuracy.
- Managed case evidence, regulatory documentation, and audit‑ready files.
- Maintained case tracking and reporting using SQL and SharePoint.
- Supported system upgrades, testing new AML modules and training analysts on updated workflows.
- Contributed to process documentation, SOP updates, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Education
Post Graduation Diploma - Research And Evaluation
01.2024 - 11.2025
PG DIPLOMA - Business Analytics
12.2023
MBA - International Business
04.2021
BBA - Management
05.2016 - 06.2019
Accomplishments
- Consistently delivered over 100% production with 100% quality, meeting stringent service level agreements and ensuring timely completion of complex AML cases for high-profile clients.
- Collaborated with senior leadership to monitor critical workflows, optimize processes, and mentor new employees, contributing to enhanced team performance and organizational excellence.
- Promoted from Grade 3 to Grade 4 within one year at NTT Data for consistently meeting and exceeding SLA targets, demonstrating exceptional performance and reliability in AML operations
Certification
- Globally Certified KYC Specialist (GO‑AKS)
- Research Ethics – Tri‑Council Policy Statement (TCPS2)
Skills
- AML & Financial Crime Prevention
- Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD)
- KYC / CDD / Ongoing Monitoring
- PEP & Sanctions Screening
- STR/UTR Narrative Writing
- Crypto‑Risk & Blockchain Exposure Analysis
- High‑Risk Industry Analysis (DPMS, ATMs, Gambling, Firearms, Charities)
- OSINT / Open‑Source Search
- Transaction Monitoring
- Quality Control & Audit Support
- Data Analysis (SQL, Oracle, SharePoint)
- Team Leadership & Training Delivery
- Workflow Optimization & Reporting