Dimitra Topsi-Moutesidou
@dimitratopsi-moutesi
Senior AML & financial crime investigator specializing in crypto, sanctions, onboarding and transaction monitoring.
GreeceWhat I'm looking for
I am a Senior AML and Financial Crime Risk professional with over eight years of experience across Traditional Finance and FinTech (crypto). I have led high-impact compliance projects, supervised teams, and streamlined processes to reduce risk and improve efficiency.
In my current role I file SARs to FinCEN, respond to international law enforcement requests, review blockchain and standard transaction monitoring alerts, and submit OFAC Blocked Property Reports. I supervise L1 analysts, conduct quality reviews, and lead cross-functional initiatives including KYC/CDD and transaction monitoring enhancements.
I hold Chainalysis certifications and have deep experience with onboarding, EDD for PEPs, sanctions screening and case management systems. I am trusted by senior management to deliver timely, accurate results in high-stakes environments and to support training, policy drafting, and continuous process improvement.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Senior Associate - Compliance
Echo Base Global
May 2024 - Present (1 year 7 months)
Lead investigations and file SARs to FinCEN, review high-risk blockchain and standard transaction monitoring alerts, and respond to international law enforcement inquiries while supervising L1 analysts to improve case quality and operational efficiency.
Compliance Administrator
Vitta N. Bros – I. & A. Topsis O.E.
Feb 2024 - Apr 2024 (2 months)
Maintained regulatory compliance with environmental permits and managed stakeholder communications, document filing, and invoice tracking to ensure timely payments and regulatory adherence.
BHReviewed AML/KYC onboarding for diverse investors, applied risk-rating methodologies and conducted EDD for PEPs and high-risk clients to ensure compliance with global regulatory standards.
Senior AML Investigator
HSBC Service Delivery
Apr 2017 - Aug 2020 (3 years 4 months)
Analyzed transaction monitoring leads to identify suspicious activity, conducted thorough investigations, maintained investigation documentation and performance metrics, and acted as interim team lead and trainer.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
TATechnological Educational Institute of Athens
Bachelor, Civil Works and Infrastructure Technology
Completed a Bachelor in Civil Works and Infrastructure Technology focusing on applied engineering principles for infrastructure projects.
LULondon South Bank University
Bachelor of Arts (Honors), Architecture
Awarded a BA (Hons) in Architecture with study emphasis on architectural design and built environment principles.
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