Harleen Sabharwal Kapoor
About Harleen Sabharwal Kapoor
Harleen Sabharwal Kapoor serves as the Chief Control Officer for Financial Crime Compliance Risk at HSBC, a position she has held since 2015. With extensive experience in compliance monitoring and risk management, she has previously worked at American Express and Barclays Bank in various compliance and audit roles.
Work at HSBC
Harleen Sabharwal Kapoor has served as the Chief Control Officer for Financial Crime Compliance Risk at HSBC since 2015. In this role, she oversees compliance with financial crime regulations and ensures that the bank adheres to necessary risk management practices. Her responsibilities include leading audits related to operational risk and thematic risk reviews, leveraging her extensive background in compliance and risk management.
Previous Experience at American Express
Before joining HSBC, Harleen Sabharwal Kapoor worked at American Express as a Financial Advisor from 2002 to 2006. During her four-year tenure, she gained valuable experience in financial services, focusing on client management and compliance within the financial advisory sector.
Career at Barclays Bank
Harleen Sabharwal Kapoor's career includes significant roles at Barclays Bank, where she worked as a Controls & Compliance Manager from 2006 to 2010 and later as an Internal Audit Manager since 2006. Her experience at Barclays has contributed to her expertise in compliance monitoring, testing, and assurance, as well as her ability to engage with senior management and external regulators on compliance matters.
Education and Expertise
Harleen Sabharwal Kapoor studied at Sri Venkateswara University, where she developed a foundation in compliance and risk management. She specializes in compliance requirements related to digital channels, demonstrating her understanding of the evolving landscape of financial services and regulatory expectations.
Achievements in Risk Management
Harleen Sabharwal Kapoor has a proven track record of building and embedding risk management frameworks across various business lines and functions. Her extensive experience in compliance and risk management has positioned her as a key figure in ensuring that organizations meet regulatory standards and mitigate financial crime risks.