Kumar Tanay

Background

About Kumar Tanay

I am a Risk, Compliance & Financial Crime Professional with over 10 years of experience spanning banking, fintech, and consulting, helping organizations strengthen their anti-financial crime frameworks, regulatory compliance, and risk management functions. Throughout my career, I’ve managed complex financial crime investigations, SAR oversight, AML/KYC reviews, and FIU escalations, while working closely with senior leadership, regulators, and law enforcement to ensure robust governance. I specialize in end-to-end client onboarding and lifecycle management—from initial due diligence and KYC validation through to periodic reviews, EDD, and refresh cycles—ensuring processes meet global AML/CTF standards while supporting business growth. I’ve led teams, delivered QA reviews and targeted training programs, and produced MI dashboards and reporting packs that empower leadership with actionable insights. Having worked in both large-scale institutions (Indian Bank, Deloitte) and agile fintech environments (Conselva Solutions), I bring the ability to balance regulatory expectations with operational efficiency. Core strengths: Anti-Financial Crime (AML, CDD/EDD, Sanctions, FIU) Client Onboarding & KYC Lifecycle Management Risk & Compliance Advisory (CBI, FCA, EU AMLD, OFAC, FATF standards) Case Management, Investigations & Escalations Regulatory Engagement & Audit Preparation MI Reporting, Dashboarding & Governance Packs Team Leadership, Coaching & Training I hold an MSc in Cybersecurity, ACAMS/ICA certifications (in progress), and industry credentials including CompTIA Security+ and ISC2 Certified in Cybersecurity. I’m passionate about building trust, integrity, and resilience in financial services. If you’re looking for someone who can lead AFC operations, enhance onboarding processes, and partner effectively with regulators and stakeholders, let’s connect. Open to: Senior Anti-Financial Crime / Compliance / Risk roles across financial services, fintech, and consulting. Always happy to discuss opportunities, collaborations, or thought leadership in this space.