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Vera Azevedo

@veraazevedo

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Fraud Analyst and Investigator specializing in data-driven financial crime investigations.

Portugal

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What I'm looking for

I’m looking for a role where I can combat financial crime using data, while developing deeper expertise in fraud prevention and AML/KYC compliance workflows.

I’m a Fraud Analyst and Investigator specializing in data analysis within financial crime investigations, with a strong emphasis on careful, evidence-led work. In my current role at SIBS - Forward Payment Solutions, I analyze information to support fraud detection and investigation, including chargebacks and disputes.

I bring collaboration experience built alongside law enforcement, courts, and financial institutions, handling official requests and court orders with precision. I also use investigative tools and data sources such as the SIBS Services Portal, PAYWATCH databases, and SQL to identify patterns that inform investigative next steps.

My foundation is strengthened by a Bachelor’s degree in Forensic and Criminal Sciences, plus hands-on internship experience at the PSP (Public Security Police) in the Department of Criminal Investigation, and Fraud Prevention and Compliance Courses.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Fraud Analyst and Investigator

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SIBS - Forward Payment Solutions

Feb 2025 - Present (1 year 3 months)

Conducts financial crime and fraud investigations, analyzing transaction data to identify fraud patterns and preparing responses to official requests and court orders. Handles chargebacks and disputes using SIBS Services Portal and PAYWATCH databases.

Financial Crime Investigations SQL Microsoft Excel Microsoft Office SIBS Services Portal Chargebacks Court Order Compliance

Tutor

Cube Squared - Study Center

Oct 2024 - Feb 2025 (4 months)

Provided tutoring across elementary to middle-school subjects by creating and managing lesson plans and personalized study materials. Prepared and corrected student exams to support learning progression.

Lesson planning Exam Preparation And Correction Personalized Study Plans Curriculum Support Student Assessment

Forensic Police Intern

PSP (Public Security Police)

Jul 2024 - Aug 2024 (1 month)

Supported criminal investigation activities through fingerprint analysis and forensic documentation. Developed latent fingerprints from firearms, compared prints, and assisted field inspection while presenting work at a technical police and forensic science forum.

Dactyloscopy Latent Fingerprint Development Criminal Investigation Support Suspect Registration And Description

Hotel Host (Waitress)

Altis Grand Hotel

Jul 2023 - Aug 2023 (1 month)

Assisted customers and managed breakfast service while working as a waitress during the summer season. Resolved customer complaints, communicated menu details, and maintained a clean, organized service environment.

Customer Service Complaint Resolution Team Collaboration Menu Knowledge Service Environment Organization Guest Relations

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Egas Moniz School of Health and Sciences

Bachelor of Forensic and Criminal Sciences, Forensic and Criminal Sciences

2021 - 2024

Activities and societies: Relevant subjects included Criminal Investigation; Criminal Law and Procedure Law; Statistics; and Questioned Document Examination.

Earned a Bachelor's degree in Forensic and Criminal Sciences from 2021 to 2024.