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Sebastian Morales

@sebastianmorales1

Economist and fraud investigator specializing in AML/KYC and transaction monitoring.

Colombia
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What I'm looking for

I seek a role in fintech or financial services focused on AML/KYC, fraud prevention, and transaction monitoring with collaborative teams and regulatory rigor.

I am an economist with hands-on experience as a Fraud Analyst & Risk Investigator focused on international remittances and compliance. I have performed real-time investigations, validated customer identities, and applied AML/KYC protocols to detect and escalate suspicious activity.

At Remitly (via Sutherland) I collaborated across departments to block unauthorised transfers, prevent identity theft and account takeover, and maintained SAR-style documentation aligned with global compliance standards. I ranked in the top 5 of a 200+ analyst team for fraud detection accuracy and speed.

My technical toolkit includes CRM platforms, LexisNexis, Sift, Salesforce, advanced Excel (pivot tables, filtering), and introductory SQL and Python. I hold certifications in cybersecurity and incident response from recognized online programs and I adapt well to rotational shifts and changing regulatory environments.

I communicate effectively across languages (Spanish native, English C1, French B2) and across time zones, and I bring forensic attention to detail, calm problem-solving under pressure, and strong regulatory knowledge (AML, SAR, OFAC) to roles in fintech and financial services.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Fraud Analyst & Risk Investigator

Remitly (via Sutherland Global Services)

Aug 2024 - Jun 2025 (10 months)

Conducted real-time investigations on international remittance transactions, applying AML/KYC protocols to detect and escalate fraud rings and high-risk activity, contributing to Top 5 team performance. Produced SAR-style reports, coordinated with compliance teams, and prevented significant financial loss through transaction blocking and identity-theft mitigation.

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

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Coursera / Google Career Certificates

Professional Certificate, Cybersecurity

2024 - 2024

Completed the Professional Certificate in Cybersecurity via Coursera (Google Career Certificates) in October 2024.

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Universidad del Norte

Certificate, Programming / Python

2021 - 2021

Completed an introductory Python course through MinTIC/Universidad del Norte in 2021.

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Universidad Externado de Colombia

Bachelor's Degree, Economics

Grade: Honors

Bachelor's Degree in Economics (Honors) from Universidad Externado de Colombia.

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Sutherland Global Services / Percipio e-learning

Certificate, Compliance / Cybersecurity

2025 - 2025

Completed multiple compliance and cybersecurity-related courses via Sutherland Global Services Percipio e-learning in June 2025.

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