Vasilis Stefanou
@vasilisstefanou
AML and Transaction Monitoring Specialist with Fintech expertise.
CyprusWhat I'm looking for
I am an experienced professional specializing in AML and Transaction Monitoring within the Fintech industry. My career began in the Online Gambling sector, where I honed my skills in Customer Support and Fraud Prevention. This foundational experience allowed me to transition into the Foreign Exchange sector, focusing on Payments and Back Office operations. Over the years, I have developed a robust understanding of regulatory compliance and financial crime prevention, which has been instrumental in my current role.
Currently, I serve as a First Line Transactions Specialist at Klarpay AG, where I conduct live and post-transaction monitoring, ensuring compliance with AML laws and regulations. My previous roles have equipped me with a comprehensive skill set, including KYC verification, risk analysis, and client account management. I am committed to continuous professional development, as evidenced by my ongoing studies in Social Sciences at the University of Oxford and various certifications in AML and GDPR.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
First Line Transactions Specialist
Klarpay AG
Nov 2023 - Present (1 year 7 months)
Responsible for live and post transaction monitoring, ensuring compliance with AML laws and regulations, conducting customer due diligence, and performing annual reviews of client accounts.
KYC Specialist (AML Officer)
payabl.
Jan 2022 - Nov 2023 (1 year 10 months)
Performed KYB based on regulatory requirements, checked KYC documents, and conducted risk-based measures including PEP and sanctions checks.
Back Office Assistant
eXcentral
Aug 2020 - Oct 2021 (1 year 2 months)
Checked KYC documents according to compliance guidelines, trained new employees, and conducted electronic verification checks using various platforms.
Back Office Administrator
HF Markets Group
Nov 2019 - Jul 2020 (8 months)
Checked KYC documents, informed clients about additional documentation requirements, and managed pending client inquiries.
Back Office Accountant
London Capital Group
Jun 2017 - Nov 2019 (2 years 5 months)
Processed client deposits and withdrawals, checked KYC documents, and identified suspicious transactions while providing customer support.
Customer Support / Fraud Officer
ProgressPlay
Mar 2016 - Jun 2017 (1 year 3 months)
Handled client inquiries, solved problems, and performed fraud checks while leading shifts and ensuring customer satisfaction.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
UOUniversity of Oxford
Bachelor of Arts (Honours), Social Sciences
2020 -
On-going online BA (Honours) in Social Sciences with a focus on Philosophy, covering topics such as History, Anthropology, Sociology, Humanities, and Human Behaviour.
Cyprus Institute of Marketing
Diploma of Marketing Studies, Marketing
2020 - 2021
Grade: 70%
Completed a Diploma in Marketing Studies, focusing on Business Organization, Marketing Management, Economics, Commercial Law, and Statistics.
Pascal English School
High School Diploma, General Education
2004 - 2010
Grade: 81.9%
Studied subjects including Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, and completed IELTS and ECDL certifications.
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