Shreyas Sarvaiya
Toronto,Canada
Summary
Strategic and results-driven fraud management professional with over 4 years of experience in operational risk, fraud investigations, client advisory, and financial services. Adept at identifying and mitigating fraud risk through process analysis, stakeholder collaboration, and implementation of data-driven solutions. Proven ability to deliver fraud governance, support project management efforts, and lead internal initiatives aimed at loss prevention. Seeking to leverage expertise in fraud strategy, client engagement, and analytics as a Consultant in Client authentication.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Consultant - Loss Management
CIBC
Toronto, Canada
12.2023 - Current
- Lead investigations of complex operational loss and fraud-related cases across various banking channels.
- Conduct root cause analysis and identify fraud trends to develop enhanced fraud detection and mitigation strategies.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with Fraud Management, Risk, and Operations to improve fraud controls and recovery processes.
- Manage internal initiatives to strengthen fraud governance, draft business requirements, and track implementation outcomes.
- Advise on fraud risk exposure during new product development and regulatory audits, ensuring compliance with internal standards.
- Analyze fraud data to detect emerging threats and inform strategic decision-making by senior leadership.
Financial Services Specialist (Financial Advisor)
CIBC
Toronto, Canada
12.2022 - 11.2023
- Advised a portfolio of 350+ clients on financial products, leveraging insights to identify and mitigate fraud and financial risks.
- Performed in-depth risk assessments and escalated high-risk client activities, contributing to fraud prevention initiatives.
- Prepared and presented internal recommendations on control enhancements to senior stakeholders.
- Ensured regulatory compliance through extensive KYC reviews, documentation accuracy, and policy alignment.
Solutions Specialist
Simplii Financial
Toronto, Canada
03.2022 - 12.2022
- Evaluated lending profiles for fraud risk and regulatory compliance.
- Supported pilot testing of fraud control enhancements.
- Trained staff on fraud-sensitive processes and escalated risk-related queries in real time.
Personal Banking Representative
Simplii Financial
Toronto, Canada
10.2021 - 02.2022
- Assisted clients facing suspected fraud and escalated suspicious activity.
- Promoted secure banking behavior and collaborated with internal fraud teams.
Financial Services Representative
EasyFinancial Inc.
Toronto, Canada
01.2021 - 09.2021
- Conducted fraud-aware loan assessments and verified identity documentation.
- Identified AML red flags and advised clients on secure borrowing practices.
Corporate Manager
Pizza Pizza Ltd.
Toronto, Canada
01.2018 - 12.2020
- Led fraud prevention efforts in cash handling and operations across multiple stores.
- Investigated internal fraud and enforced compliance with company protocols.
Senior Associate
Plaza Kia
Toronto, Canada
06.2017 - 12.2017
- Performed financial due diligence during high-value vehicle sales.
- Maintained client records to reduce fraud exposure and ensure compliance.
Assistant Manager - Finance
Acquist Marketing & Information Sol Pvt Ltd
Mumbai, India
11.2015 - 05.2017
- Oversaw financial reporting and internal controls to detect and prevent fraud.
- Advised leadership on anomalies and improved audit readiness through strong documentation governance.
Education
Marketing Management and Professional Sales -
Lambton College
Toronto, OntarioBachelor of Business Administration and Management - Marketing
University of Mumbai
Mumbai, IndiaSkills
- Fraud risk management
- Team collaboration
- Project management
- Requirements gathering
- Operational loss analysis
- Risk governance
- Root cause analysis
- Internal controls
- Client advisory
- Process optimization
- Stakeholder engagement
- Regulatory compliance
- Strategic communication
- Advanced Excel and SQL
- Python programming
- Fraud analytics and dashboarding
Certification
- IFIC Certified
- Excel Essentials for Data Analytics
- Data Visualization and Dashboard Essentials
- Microsoft Certified: Azure Fundamentals
- IBM Certified Data Analyst
Affiliations
- Mentor, Newcomer Career Development Program
Provide one-on-one mentorship to students in India aspiring to pursue higher education in Canada., Guide mentees through the application process, program selection, and financial planning., Share insights on adapting to Canadian culture, part-time work opportunities, and fraud/scam awareness for newcomers., Helped more than 45 students successfully transition to Canada.
- Volunteer, Financial Literacy Workshops
Delivered fraud awareness and financial education to newcomers and young individuals., Covered topics including budgeting, digital banking safety and recognizing financial scams.
Timeline
Consultant - Loss Management
CIBC
12.2023 - Current
Financial Services Specialist (Financial Advisor)
CIBC
12.2022 - 11.2023
Solutions Specialist
Simplii Financial
03.2022 - 12.2022
Personal Banking Representative
Simplii Financial
10.2021 - 02.2022
Financial Services Representative
EasyFinancial Inc.
01.2021 - 09.2021
Corporate Manager
Pizza Pizza Ltd.
01.2018 - 12.2020
Senior Associate
Plaza Kia
06.2017 - 12.2017
Assistant Manager - Finance
Acquist Marketing & Information Sol Pvt Ltd
11.2015 - 05.2017
Marketing Management and Professional Sales -
Lambton College
Bachelor of Business Administration and Management - Marketing
University of Mumbai