João Vermelho
@joovermelho
I investigate financial crime, manage KYC processes, and produce AML-compliant suspicious activity reports.
PortugalWhat I'm looking for
I'm currently at Accenture, conducting L1 and L2 transaction monitoring and financial crime investigations for a corporate client. I analyze data to identify suspicious activity and draft SARs aligned with international KYC and AML standards.
Across Accenture, PwC, and Oxy Capital, I've performed client and corporate due diligence, transaction checks, PEP and sanctions screening, and complex background investigations. I've used Refinitiv, Informa D&B, and DowJones Factiva to support compliance and fund operations.
At The Lakhani Group, I led end-to-end KYC and corporate onboarding, structured customer due-diligence workflows, verified regulatory documentation, and managed counterparty screening. I also supported, trained, and mentored junior colleagues.
I'm certified in Anti Money Laundering and Compliance through ICA and work fluently in Portuguese, English, and German.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Executed Level 1 and Level 2 transaction monitoring and financial crime investigations for a corporate client. Conducted data analysis, drafted Suspicious Activity Reports, and mentored junior team members.
Executed Level 1 and Level 2 transaction monitoring and financial crime investigations for a corporate client. Conducted data analysis and drafted Suspicious Activity Reports in line with KYC and AML standards.
Executed Level 1 and Level 2 transaction monitoring and financial crime investigations for a corporate client. Conducted data analysis and drafted Suspicious Activity Reports in line with KYC and AML standards.
Compliance Specialist
The Lakhani Group
Oct 2023 - Apr 2024 (6 months)
Led end-to-end KYC process and corporate onboarding, with one direct report. Structured workflows for customer due diligence, verified regulatory documentation, and managed counterparty screening.
Compliance Analyst
Oxy Capital
Mar 2023 - Oct 2023 (7 months)
Conducted client and corporate entity due diligence to support fund operations. Performed transaction checks, PEP/Sanction screenings, and background investigations using specialized tools.
English Teacher
Skills Gym
Sep 2022 - Mar 2023 (6 months)
Taught English to students, developing lesson plans and assessing progress.
HR and Social Responsibility
CMS Rui Pena & Arnaut
Nov 2020 - Feb 2021 (3 months)
Supported HR and social responsibility initiatives within the firm.
Internship - Marketing
CMS Rui Pena & Arnaut
Aug 2020 - Nov 2020 (3 months)
Assisted with marketing activities and campaigns.
Internship - Communication
APAV
Jun 2018 - Jul 2018 (1 month)
Supported communication efforts for the victim support association.
Summer Internship
PLMJ Advogados
Jul 2014 - Jul 2014 (0 months)
Participated in a summer internship program at a law firm.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Universidade NOVA FCSH
Bachelor's Degree, Languages, Literatures, and Cultures
Attended the Bachelor's Degree in Languages, Literatures, and Cultures.
Universidade Lusíada
Bachelor's Degree, Law
Attended the Bachelor's Degree in Law.
Colégio Moderno
High School Diploma, General Studies
Completed high school education.
Availability
Location
PortugalAuthorized to work in
Job categories
Skills
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