Henry VillarsHV
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Henry Villars

@henryvillars

Analytical KYC/AML professional with 5+ years of experience.

United Kingdom

What I'm looking for

I am looking for a high-impact KYC or AML role in a forward-thinking financial institution that values compliance and innovation.

I am an analytical and detail-oriented KYC/AML professional with over 5 years of progressive experience in digital banking and fintech environments. My expertise lies in conducting end-to-end onboarding, financial crime investigations, and enhanced due diligence (EDD) for both retail and business clients. I have a proven ability to leverage compliance tools such as WorldCheck, CIFAS, and Xero to detect and mitigate financial crime risk.

Currently, I work as a Financial Crime Investigations Analyst at Mettle by NatWest, where I investigate alerts related to money laundering and fraud, conduct transaction monitoring, and collaborate with Risk and Compliance teams. My previous roles have equipped me with a strong foundation in customer onboarding, transaction monitoring, and regulatory compliance. I am passionate about process improvement and have successfully streamlined verification procedures to reduce onboarding delays.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Current

Financial Crime Investigations Analyst

Mettle by NatWest

Apr 2024 - Present (1 year 2 months)

Investigate alerts related to money laundering, fraud, and sanctions breaches across SME customer accounts. Conduct in-depth transaction monitoring and submit SARs to the NCA in line with POCA and FCA standards. Collaborate with Risk and Compliance teams on escalations and external law enforcement requests.

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Coventry University London logoCL

Coventry University London

MBA, Global Business

2016 - 2017

Completed an MBA in Global Business, focusing on strategic management and leadership principles.

LS

Lancaster University Management School

BSc, Accounting and Finance

2012 - 2015

Earned a BSc in Accounting and Finance with Marketing, gaining a solid foundation in financial principles and marketing strategies.

TS

Tema International School

IGCSE, Accounting and Business

2005 - 2012

Completed IGCSE and Foundation Year in Accounting and Business, providing a strong basis for further studies in finance.

Tech stack

Software and tools used professionally

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