Alisa Zuravliova
@alisazuravliova
Proactive Financial Crime Risk and Controls Specialist with diverse experience.
What I'm looking for
I am a dedicated Financial Crime Risk and Controls Specialist Support with over five years of experience in the financial services industry. My expertise lies in reviewing Know Your Customer (KYC) and Customer Due Diligence (CDD) processes to identify and mitigate financial risks. I have a proven track record of working collaboratively with teams to enhance compliance measures and develop effective strategies to combat financial crime.
Throughout my career, I have consistently sought new challenges and opportunities for professional growth. My recent role at Metro Bank PLC involved leading complex ID&V queries and managing high-risk customer assessments. I take pride in my ability to analyze intricate financial behaviors and implement robust controls to ensure regulatory compliance. I am passionate about contributing to a safer financial environment and am eager to bring my skills to a new organization focused on financial integrity.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Financial Crime Risk and Controls Specialist Support
Metro Bank PLC
Sep 2023 - Oct 2024 (1 year 1 month)
As a Financial Crime Risk and Controls Specialist Support, I lead the review and approval processes for complex ID&V queries and manage customer risk assessments. I collaborate with management to enhance EDD processes and maintain the integrity of the EDD database, ensuring compliance with financial regulations.
Assistant Store Manager
Metro Bank PLC
Aug 2022 - Sep 2023 (1 year 1 month)
In my role as Assistant Store Manager, I focused on preventing financial crime by analyzing customer transactions and conducting KYC reviews. I trained staff on compliance procedures and managed risk assessments for high-value transactions, ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements.
Expert Customer Service Representative
Metro Bank PLC
Nov 2019 - Sep 2022 (2 years 10 months)
As an Expert Customer Service Representative, I handled account openings for retail and commercial clients, focusing on KYC documentation and first-line CDD. I utilized AML tools for customer screening and assisted in investigations related to high-risk transactions.
Sales Associate
Boots
Jul 2018 - Jul 2019 (1 year)
As a Sales Associate at Boots, I oversaw sales team objectives and strategized to meet sales targets. I coached staff, managed visual merchandising projects, and provided feedback to enhance customer service skills.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
University of Huddersfield
Bachelor of Science (Honours), Biochemistry
2015 - 2018
Grade: Upper Second-Class Honours (2.1)
Graduated with Upper Second-Class Honours (2.1) in Biochemistry. The program provided a comprehensive understanding of biochemical processes and laboratory techniques, preparing for a career in the financial crime risk sector.
Vilnius 'Ateities' School
Graduate
2002 - 2014
Completed secondary education equivalent to A-levels with strong performance in Biology, Chemistry, English, Maths, and History, laying a solid foundation for further studies in Biochemistry.
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