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Matthew Wallace

@matthewwallace1

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I am a multilingual compliance analyst specializing in AML/KYC, research, and risk assessment.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I'm seeking a compliance/KYC role where I can apply AML risk assessment, multilingual research, and training skills in a collaborative, growth-oriented team.

I am a multilingual compliance analyst with experience in AML/KYC, risk assessment, and investigative research. I specialize in synthesizing information to support onboarding decisions and manage alert workflows.

At Goldman Sachs I was an Analyst on the Alerts Team, maintained the global alert queue, trained teammates on alerts and KYC functions, worked with vendor staff, and managed the Americas KYC inbox including regulatory liaison, escalation, and client decisions.

I hold a BA in History with minors in Linguistics and Scandinavian Studies and completed an undergraduate thesis on the Dutch East India Company and the Spice Trade. I have led language instruction, edited nearly 2,000 Old Norse dictionary entries (including PHP text edits), volunteered as a Spanish medical interpreter, and bring strong research, writing, and leadership skills.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Volunteer Representative

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints

Jun 2017 - Oct 2018 (1 year 4 months)

Led and trained regional volunteer teams and delivered 10–20 hours/week of community service, teaching English to refugees and coordinating projects with organizations like Habitat for Humanity to aid resettlement.

Lesson planning Volunteer coordination Training Community Outreach Refugee Resettlement Stakeholder Engagement

Volunteer Personal Interpreter

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints

Aug 2017 - Jun 2018 (10 months)

Interpreted and translated medical appointments and written materials for Spanish-speaking patients, improving access to healthcare and client understanding.

Medical Interpretation Spanish Translation Cross Cultural Communication Patient Advocacy Medical Documentation Confidentiality

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Brigham Young University

Bachelor of Arts, History

Grade: 3.74/4.0

Activities and societies: Minors: Linguistics and Scandinavian Studies; Dean's List; Phi Eta Sigma; Phi Alpha Theta; President of the Water Polo Club (3 years); Undergraduate thesis on the Dutch East India Company and the Spice Trade.

Bachelor of Arts in History with minors in Linguistics and Scandinavian Studies; completed an undergraduate thesis on the Dutch East India Company and the Spice Trade and graduated with a 3.74/4.0 GPA in April 2022. Recognized on the Dean's List, member of Phi Eta Sigma and Phi Alpha Theta, and served as President of the Water Polo Club for three years.