Balvin Suparamaniam
About Balvin Suparamaniam
Balvin Suparamaniam serves as the Country Head of Risk Ops for KYC and FCR Operations at HSBC in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, where he has worked since 2020. He has extensive experience in compliance, risk management, and training within the financial sector.
Work at HSBC
Balvin Suparamaniam currently serves as the Country Head of Risk Ops - KYC & FCR Operations at HSBC, a position he has held since 2020. In this role, he coordinates KYC/FCR and Compliance activities across the organization to monitor trends and ensure alignment with internal standards and regulations. Prior to this, he worked as an Assistant Vice President - KYC Operations from 2017 to 2020, where he contributed to the design and implementation of a standardized KYC & FCR Operations operating model. His earlier role at HSBC was as Manager Customer Due Diligence - SME from 2016 to 2017, focusing on compliance and risk management.
Education and Expertise
Balvin Suparamaniam holds two Master of Business Administration (MBA) degrees. He studied Risk Management at Euregio University in the Netherlands from 2012 to 2014. He also pursued Strategic Management at the Paris Graduate School of Management in France from 2013 to 2015. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his expertise in risk operations, compliance, and KYC processes.
Background
Balvin Suparamaniam has a professional background in risk management and compliance within the banking sector, specifically at HSBC. His career trajectory includes progressively responsible roles that emphasize KYC and FCR operations. He has worked in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, for several years, contributing to various compliance initiatives and operational improvements.
Achievements
During his tenure at HSBC, Balvin Suparamaniam has led the development and maintenance of a comprehensive group compliance program process. This includes frameworks for Anti Money Laundering, Anti-Corruption, Anti-Bribery, and Sanctions. He has also planned and executed training initiatives as part of the compliance ambassador program, aimed at enhancing understanding of compliance among employees, visitors, auditors, and regulators. His engagement with regulatory authorities and industry bodies has further strengthened compliance practices within the organization.