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Roxana Gainaru

@roxanagainaru

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Global compliance specialist with AML expertise and leadership.

Spain

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for a compliance role where I can lead AML/KYC programs, mentor teams, influence policy, and work in a multicultural, growth-focused organization.

I am a results-driven Global Compliance Specialist with over six years' experience in AML, KYC/KYB, regulatory compliance and risk management across multiple regions. I have led mentoring and upskilling initiatives, acted as a global point of contact, and designed compliance policies and training that improved decision-making and reduced regulatory risk.

At PayPal I translated complex AML regulations into practical procedures, managed high-volume compliance queries, and implemented global screening and risk mitigation strategies across EMEA, US, AU, BR, LATAM, MX and CA. I also collaborated with policy teams and regulators to develop reporting and process improvements, and I led market-expert teams and mentoring programs in multiple locations.

Fluent in English, Spanish, Romanian and Italian, I combine strong analytical skills, stakeholder engagement and people management to foster compliance culture in multicultural, fast-paced environments. I am recognized for strategic communication, attention to detail and a proven record of enhancing compliance operations.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Household Manager

Current

Family Management

Sep 2022 - Present (3 years)

Managed household administration, Spanish residency, tax, banking and healthcare compliance, oversaw finances and logistics, and operated two Airbnb properties ensuring regulatory compliance and efficient operations.

Administrative Management Financial Planning Regulatory Compliance Banking & Tax Coordination Property Management Logistics

Global CIP Senior SME

PayPal

Nov 2018 - Aug 2022 (3 years 9 months)

Led development and implementation of global AML/KYC/KYB policies and risk mitigation strategies across multiple regions, reducing regulatory exposure and improving screening consistency. Mentored and upskilled teams, acted as global point of contact, and delivered compliance reporting for business reviews.

AML KYC KYB Regulatory Compliance Risk Assessment Policy Development Mentoring Compliance Reporting

Compliance Analyst EMEA

PayPal

Jul 2016 - Nov 2018 (2 years 4 months)

Performed high-volume KYC/KYB, name-change and transaction monitoring screenings to meet regulatory obligations and provided policy feedback and workflow optimizations. Maintained regulatory knowledge and supported regional compliance operations.

KYC KYB Transaction Monitoring Case Management Process Improvement AML

Bilingual CS Agent

National Pen

Aug 2015 - Jul 2016 (11 months)

Handled inbound customer and finance queries in English and Spanish, resolving issues, processing orders and upselling while maintaining high-volume service levels and accurate documentation.

Customer Service Sales Order Processing Bilingual Support Time Management Communication Proofreading

Economist

Diagonal Consulting

Jan 2013 - Jun 2014 (1 year 5 months)

Managed HR compliance, payroll and accounting tasks, prepared financial statements, supported audits and provided B2B client support and legal translation for the Spanish Consulate.