Mark Macdonald
@markmacdonald1
Senior financial services compliance professional specialising in AML, sanctions, payments and regulatory program delivery.
United KingdomWhat I'm looking for
I am a senior financial services professional with deep expertise in AML, sanctions, global payments compliance and risk mitigation. I have transformed compliance functions, delivered cross-border regulatory projects and introduced policies, procedures and training that protect businesses while opening new markets.
My background spans frontline cash management, large corporate relationship management and second-line regulatory compliance at major banks and payments firms. I deliver practical solutions, stakeholder-led project delivery and measurable business benefits including new market access, cost reduction and income growth.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Compliance Manager
activpayroll Limited
Oct 2020 - Present (5 years 4 months)
Oversee regulatory compliance across 12 jurisdictions, transformed the compliance function by introducing policies and procedures, and served as deputy MLRO and escalation point while delivering financial crime training company-wide.
Contributed front-line payments experience to GBM second line initiatives, co-led delivery of a regulatory advisory tool for 8,000 users across 59 jurisdictions, and managed complex stakeholder engagement to ensure local regulatory compliance.
Managed a portfolio of 120 large corporate clients across ~60 jurisdictions, grew GLCM income through new business and implementations of complex global liquidity structures, and mitigated risk via deal acceptance committees.
Managed electronic payment processing and query teams, improved straight-through processing, reduced manual errors and costs, and coached staff through regular development and 1:1s.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
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ICA Advanced Certificate in AML, Professional Certification
Grade: Merit
No formal academic institution or dates provided; professional qualifications and certifications listed instead.
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