Viknesh Savagan
About Viknesh Savagan
Viknesh Savagan is an Associate at UBS in Zurich, Switzerland, where he has worked since 2015. He has prior experience in compliance and anti-money laundering roles in Singapore and India, and holds degrees in Banking and Business Administration.
Work at UBS
Viknesh Savagan has been employed at UBS as an Associate since 2015. His role is based in Zurich, Switzerland, where he has accumulated nine years of experience. During his tenure, he has been involved in various aspects of investment banking, contributing to the firm's operations and compliance efforts.
Previous Experience in Financial Services
Prior to his current position, Viknesh worked at OCBC Securities as a Compliance Temp for three months in 2014 in Singapore. He also held a position at ICICI Bank as an Anti-Money Laundering (AML) specialist for seven months in 2015 in Bombay, India. His diverse work history spans multiple roles within the financial services sector.
Education and Expertise
Viknesh Savagan studied at the University of London, where he earned a Bachelor's degree in Banking from 2012 to 2014. He also attended Singapore Polytechnic, completing a three-year program in Business Administration and Management from 2007 to 2010. His educational background provides a solid foundation for his career in finance.
KYC and Compliance Experience
In addition to his roles at UBS and other financial institutions, Viknesh performed Know Your Customer (KYC) periodic reviews for UBS Investment Banking while working as a senior process executive at Cognizant Technology Solutions Asia Pacific Pte Ltd. This experience has enhanced his expertise in compliance and regulatory standards within the banking sector.
International Work Experience
Viknesh has gained valuable international work experience, having worked in both Singapore and Switzerland. This exposure has provided him with a diverse perspective on the financial sector, allowing him to understand various regulatory environments and business practices.