Sebastian Morales
@sebastianmorales1
Economist and fraud investigator specializing in AML/KYC and transaction monitoring.
What I'm looking for
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
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
Coursera / Google Career Certificates
Professional Certificate, Cybersecurity
2024 - 2024
Completed the Professional Certificate in Cybersecurity via Coursera (Google Career Certificates) in October 2024.
Universidad del Norte
Certificate, Programming / Python
2021 - 2021
Completed an introductory Python course through MinTIC/Universidad del Norte in 2021.
Universidad Externado de Colombia
Bachelor's Degree, Economics
Grade: Honors
Bachelor's Degree in Economics (Honors) from Universidad Externado de Colombia.
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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