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Abigail Silva

@abigailsilva

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Experienced AML Investigator and Compliance Specialist with proven expertise.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I am seeking a role that allows me to leverage my AML expertise while fostering a collaborative and innovative work environment.

I am an experienced AML Investigator and Compliance Specialist with over 9 years of expertise in financial crimes detection and complex investigations. My career has been dedicated to identifying and mitigating high-risk activities, including money laundering, human trafficking, and fraud across various jurisdictions. I have a proven history of working collaboratively with cross-functional teams and law enforcement agencies to enhance financial crime detection systems and ensure compliance with global regulations.

In my recent role as a Sr. Program Manager at Remitly, I successfully launched a global consumer scams program aimed at preventing high-risk activities. I developed tailored SOPs for scam typologies and trained over 400 analysts and risk agents. My ability to create and deliver impactful compliance policies has been instrumental in driving results across global compliance teams. I am passionate about leveraging my skills in AML procedures and regulatory guidelines to support operational enforcement and improve detection systems.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Sr. Program Manager- Consumer Protection

Remitly

Jan 2023 - Sep 2024 (1 year 8 months)

Launched a global consumer scams program to enhance detection and prevention of high-risk activity including elder abuse, romance scams, money mule activity, sextortion, and emergency scams. Worked cross-functionally with Compliance and Risk Ops teams to build and refine AML rules and workflows to better detect scam activity.

AML Risk Management Regulatory Compliance SOP Development Consumer Protection Fraud Detection Stakeholder Management Training Policy Development SQL

Sr. FinCrime Compliance Analyst

Remitly

Sep 2020 - Jan 2023 (2 years 4 months)

Developed and deployed AML rule sets and supported the launch of a Financial Crimes team. Led initiatives towards the detection of human trafficking and exploitation, partnering with a global Anti-Human Trafficking NGO and sharing insights with law enforcement.

AML Financial Crime Human Trafficking Detection SOP Development Risk Analysis Compliance Regulatory Reporting Case Management

Compliance Analyst

Remitly

Apr 2018 - Sep 2020 (2 years 5 months)

Conducted complex AML investigations for customers identified as high-risk for money laundering, fraud and suspicious activity. Filed Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs) across multiple jurisdictions within government-mandated timelines.

AML Investigations Fraud Detection Risk Assessment Cross Functional Collaboration Regulatory Compliance

Payments, Compliance Specialist

Amazon

Sep 2017 - Mar 2018 (6 months)

Investigated high-risk AML cases for Amazon Pay and submitted SARs to FinCEN. Maintained up-to-date knowledge of key financial regulations and enforcement policies, including the Bank Secrecy Act (BSA), OFAC sanctions, and FinCEN guidelines.

AML Investigations FinCEN BSA OFAC Regulatory Compliance Auditing Risk Mitigation

Payments, TRMS, Sr. SAM Risk Control Analyst

Amazon

Feb 2017 - Sep 2017 (7 months)

Conducted in-depth AML investigations and provided recommended next steps, including preparing SARs for Compliance Specialists to submit to FinCEN. Performed quality audits and participated in calibration sessions with international counterparts.

AML Investigations Audit Audit Calibration Process Improvement Training Mentoring Risk Control Compliance

Payments, TRMS, Sr. Investigation Specialist

Amazon

Jun 2014 - Mar 2016 (1 year 9 months)

Conducted in-depth AML investigations and quality assurance audits. Managed onboarding and training of new investigators, guiding process improvements across global teams.

AML Investigations Quality Assurance Process Improvement Workflow Management Global Team Collaboration Risk Assessment Compliance

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

University of Washington

Bachelor of Arts, Psychology

Graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and a minor in Spanish. Developed a strong foundation in human behavior and communication, complementing analytical and investigative skills.