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Laura Murphy

@lauramurphy

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CAMS-certified AML professional specializing in crypto compliance and investigations.

Canada

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What I'm looking for

I am seeking a senior AML/compliance role in crypto or payments where I can lead investigations, build teams, improve controls and drive regulatory compliance.

I am a CAMS-certified Anti-Money Laundering professional with seven years' experience across transaction monitoring, blockchain analysis, KYC, sanctions, fraud investigations and suspicious transaction reporting. I have led compliance teams, built and trained global teams, implemented transaction monitoring and blockchain analysis solutions, and managed external audits and regulatory reporting.

I thrive on investigating complex cases using tools like Crystal, Elliptic and ComplyAdvantage, and I design practical AML policies, training and KYC strategies to reduce risk. I bring strong judgment, leadership, communication and problem-solving skills and am passionate about compliance in crypto and payments environments.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Compliance Manager

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Aquanow

Jan 2022 - Present (4 years 5 months)

Led and managed a compliance analyst team for crypto and fiat operations, conducted blockchain investigations using Crystal, Elliptic and ComplyAdvantage, and managed STR/LVCTR reporting to FINTRAC while updating AML policies and handling audits.

AML Blockchain Analysis KYC STR Reporting FINTRAC Policy Development Team Leadership

Trust Services Officer

Canadian Western Bank

May 2021 - Dec 2021 (7 months)

Processed client cheque and electronic fund transactions, issued pension payments via wires and cheques, and managed payments of fees and invoices on behalf of clients to ensure accurate trust account operations.

Payments Processing Wire Transfers Account Reconciliation Cash Handling Compliance

Finance Associate

PricewaterhouseCoopers

Jan 2019 - Apr 2021 (2 years 3 months)

Worked in Financial Crime/AML for multinational banks on transaction monitoring, KYC, sanctions and drafting STRs reported to the NCA and Irish Revenue; promoted to Quality Checker in 2020 for exceeding project targets.

Transaction Monitoring KYC Quality Assurance Financial Crime Regulatory Reporting Case Analysis

KYC Analyst

AIB Banking

Feb 2017 - May 2017 (3 months)

Analyzed and certified customer documents to ensure accurate KYC records, organized and secured documentation, and collaborated with team members to meet compliance criteria.

KYC Customer Onboarding Compliance Records Management Team Collaboration