Kunal RAMCHURN
Floreal Road Vacoas
Summary
Dynamic analyst with extensive experience at the Financial Intelligence Unit, excelling in operational analysis and investigatory techniques. Proven ability to identify financial anomalies and enhance intelligence databases. Skilled in database management and committed to confidentiality, driving successful compliance inspections and asset recovery initiatives.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Analyst(Operations)
Financial Investigative Analysis Division(FIAD)- Financial Intelligence Unit
05.2021 - Current
- Investigate suspicious transaction reports and conduct related research to enhance FIU intelligence databases.
- Analyzed financial data to identify trends and anomalies in suspicious transactions
- Gather and document facts and findings for dissemination through detailed reports and analytical charts.
- Utilize Excel sheet to perform operational analysis for detecting conspiratorial activities and mapping connections among individuals, organizations, and events
- Apply thorough knowledge of AML/CFT legal frameworks in analysis and intelligence dissemination.
- Support strategic analysis initiatives and assist in grading open and commercial source information.
- Prepare briefs on global AML/CFT organizational activities, including FATF, Egmont Group, and UNODC.
- Served as Acting Data Protection Officer for the FIU, responsible for drafting and implementing the Data Protection Policy.
Analyst (Operations)
Compliance Division - Financial Intelligence Unit
05.2021 - 05.2024
- Conducted compliance inspections (onsite and offsite) per FIU procedures to ensure regulatory adherence.
- Maintained records to support regulatory actions and prepared inspection reports with deficiency letters to issue regulatee under purview of the FIU.
- Following up after issuing a deficiency letter to ensure the identified issues are addressed
- Researched domestic and international AML/CFT developments related to Designated Non-Financial Businesses and Professions (DNFBPs).
- Managed goAML registration platform and coordinated statistical questionnaire distribution to FIU reporting entities.
Investigator on Secondment to FIU
Mauritius Police Force
12.2016 - 04.2021
- Investigated suspicious transaction reports and asset recovery cases sent by law enforcement.
- Worked with banks, non-financial institutions, and government agencies to help with investigations.
- Recorded detailed statements to analyze the financial status of suspects.
- Conducted thorough database searches in various government offices like the National Transport Authority, Registrar of Companies, Civil Status Office, Social Security, Mortgage Office, Crime Records, and Credit Bureau.
- Submitted information-based requests through goAML to the Financial Investigative Analysis Division.
- Swore affidavits for court orders related to freezing and recovering criminal proceeds.
Police Constable
Mauritius Police Force
02.2010 - 12.2016
- Accurately recorded witness, victim and declarant statements for investigative purposes.
- Conducted database searches using Police Digital Recording System and managed digital evidence.
- Prepared investigative reports and collaborated with relevant departments to support legal proceedings.
- Participated in search warrant execution, crime scene documentation, and securing evidence.
- Upheld confidentiality and adhered to legal and ethical standards throughout investigations.
Education
MSC Economic Crime Management
HELP UNIVERSITY MALAYSIA
02-2024
Bachelor of Science - BSC(Hons) Banking And International Finance
University of Technology
08-2017
Higher School Certificate
Curepipe College
11-2009
School Certificate
Curepipe College
11-2008
Skills
- Analytical thinking
- Time management
- Committed to maintaining strict confidentiality of sensitive information at all times
- Investigatory and asset recovery investigations
- Database search and digital evidence management
- Operational and conspiratorial activity analysis
- Liaison with banks, regulatory bodies, and informants
- Data collection, collation and structured statistical reporting
Timeline
Analyst(Operations)
Financial Investigative Analysis Division(FIAD)- Financial Intelligence Unit
05.2021 - Current
Analyst (Operations)
Compliance Division - Financial Intelligence Unit
05.2021 - 05.2024
Investigator on Secondment to FIU
Mauritius Police Force
12.2016 - 04.2021
Police Constable
Mauritius Police Force
02.2010 - 12.2016
MSC Economic Crime Management
HELP UNIVERSITY MALAYSIA
Bachelor of Science - BSC(Hons) Banking And International Finance
University of Technology
Higher School Certificate
Curepipe College
School Certificate
Curepipe College
Outdoor Activities and Travelling
Hiking or camping and discovering new cultures