Djuanna Kennedy
@djuannakennedy
Senior compliance governance leader strengthening control environments through data-driven governance.
United StatesWhat I'm looking for
I’m a Senior Compliance Governance and Regulatory Risk leader with extensive experience designing and executing business control frameworks, quality assurance programs, and governance structures across complex, regulated environments. I operate primarily within second-line-of-defense (2LOD) functions while partnering closely with first-line-of-defense (1LOD) teams to strengthen risk visibility and decision-making.
Across roles at LendingClub, MUFG, JPMorgan Chase & Co., Morgan Stanley, and Citi, I’ve built enterprise QA frameworks, developed control monitoring approaches, and supported compliance monitoring programs through testing and quality assurance reviews. I’m a trusted advisor to senior leadership—translating audit and regulatory exam findings into actionable remediation plans, driving timely issue resolution, and improving control environments through data analysis, reporting, and continuous process improvement.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Contributed to control design, testing, and quality assurance programs across investigative and operational teams. Strengthened control effectiveness and improved issue resolution timelines through enhanced monitoring and governance practices.
Compliance Manager, Governance
MuFG
Jan 2020 - Jan 2023 (3 years)
Designed and implemented enterprise QA frameworks, including evaluation criteria, process standards, and monitoring routines. Partnered with first-line-of-defense teams to manage regulatory exams, challenge owners, and deliver data-driven remediation reporting to governance committees.
Facilitated governance forums and committees to assess emerging risks and align business units. Designed and deployed enterprise-wide business control frameworks, including monitoring, testing, and escalation protocols, and enhanced RCSA methodologies for improved risk identification and reporting.
Led control enhancements and workflow improvements to increase audit defensibility and operational efficiency. Executed remediation tied to RCSA findings and conducted UAT for compliance systems to validate control effectiveness and system integrity.
Supported implementation of operational risk frameworks and governance processes across wealth management operations. Oversaw RCSA activities, risk events, and issue remediation, and delivered executive-level reporting on risk trends, control gaps, and mitigation strategies.
Led policy governance initiatives translating regulatory requirements into actionable business procedures and controls. Partnered with Legal, Risk, and Audit to support regulatory compliance and policy adherence.
Executed high-risk onboarding reviews, compliance audits, and regulatory reporting activities. Identified control gaps and implemented corrective actions to enhance compliance accuracy and effectiveness.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Seton Hall University
Master of Business Administration (MBA), Finance
Earned a Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Finance from Seton Hall University.
Syracuse University
Bachelor of Science, Communications Management
Earned a Bachelor of Science in Communications Management from Syracuse University.
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