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Jaz Edu

@jazedu

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Experienced AML Compliance Officer with a focus on risk management.

Philippines

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What I'm looking for

I seek a role in a dynamic organization that values compliance and risk management, offering opportunities for professional growth and development.

I am an AML Compliance Officer with extensive experience in managing compliance and operational risk within the banking sector. Currently, I serve as an AML Compliance Officer/Manager at City Savings Bank, where I oversee compliance monitoring, conduct investigations into money laundering breaches, and coordinate due diligence processes. My role involves preparing comprehensive reports for senior management and providing training to branches on AML-related topics.

Previously, I worked as an Operational Risk Intermediate Analyst/Manager at Citibank, where I facilitated external audits and ensured compliance with audit requirements. My career began in internal audit roles at BDO Unibank, where I developed a strong foundation in risk management and compliance testing. I am passionate about enhancing compliance frameworks and implementing effective risk management strategies to mitigate financial crime.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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AML Compliance Officer/Manager

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City Savings Bank

Jul 2024 - Present (11 months)

Performed compliance level monitoring of incident and suspicious transaction reporting in accordance with the bank's Money Laundering and Terrorist Financing Prevention Program (MTPP) and AML regulations. Conducted investigations of money laundering breaches and coordinated business relationship reviews with customers against watchlists. Assisted AML Head in institutional risk assessment, report p

AML Investigation Regulatory Reporting KYC Training

Operational Risk Intermediate Analyst/Manager

Citibank ROHQ

Dec 2022 - Jun 2024 (1 year 6 months)

Coordinated and reviewed external audit requests, ensuring clarity and timely liaison with respective process teams. Provided support to process teams for all external audit concerns, facilitated audit discussions, and ensured timely submission of audit deliverables. Reviewed existing audit coverage, suggested improvements, and participated in other Risk and Control tasks including Governance, Ris

External Audit Coordination Audit Risk Control Governance Process Improvement Stakeholder Management Compliance

AML Compliance Officer/Assistant Manager

Security Bank Corporation

Mar 2020 - Nov 2022 (2 years 8 months)

Performed monthly validation of sampled closed transaction alerts to identify potential money laundering, terrorist financing, and tax evasion activities. Conducted compliance testing on high-risk customers, reviewed client profiles for AML/CDD/KYC, and updated Compliance Testing Program Guides. Handled requirements for Correspondent Banking relationships, performed Enhanced Due Diligence, and ass

AML Transaction Monitoring Compliance Testing KYC EDD Correspondent Banking Regulatory Compliance Risk Assessment Policy Implementation Investigation

Internal Audit Officer - Junior Assistant Manager 2

BDO Unibank

Jul 2018 - Mar 2020 (1 year 8 months)

Conducted pre-audit briefings and fieldwork based on approved methodologies and audit programs. Reviewed business unit operations for compliance with bank policies, procedures, and regulations. Investigated incidents resulting in losses, recommending improvements to enhance systems and operations, and assessed the adequacy of internal controls and risk management processes.

Internal Audit Regulatory Compliance Risk Management Internal Controls Process Improvement Financial Services

Internal Audit Officer - Junior Assistant Manager 1

BDO Unibank

Aug 2016 - Jul 2018 (1 year 11 months)

Internal Audit Regulatory Compliance Internal Controls Risk Assessment Financial Reporting Data Analysis

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Philippine School of Business Administration - Quezon City

Bachelor of Science, Accountancy

Grade: 1.30

Activities and societies: Dean’s Lister from 1st Yr to 4th Yr; Jose F. Peralta Full Scholar

Studied core accounting principles and practices, earning a Bachelor of Science in Accountancy. Achieved a cumulative GWA of 1.30 and was consistently recognized as a Dean's Lister from freshman to senior year. Awarded the Jose F. Peralta Full Scholarship.