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Andrea Larissa Navarro Romero

Andrea Larissa Navarro Romero

Asunción,Paraguay

Summary

Professional with 15 years of experience in administrative and finance roles within multinational organizations. Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams in high-pressure situations, ensuring effective project planning and management of multiple accounts. Recognized for strong communication skills and problem-solving capabilities, with expertise in Know Your Customer, Anti-Money Laundering, and Compliance. Committed to ethical conduct and transparent issue management.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification

Work history

Compliance Risk Mangement

Citibank NA Paraguay
Asunción, Paraguay
09.2022 - Current
  • Secondary Anti-Money Laundering Compliance Officer
  • Reviewed materials to ensure alignment with regulatory and legal standards.
  • Develop and maintaining compliance programmes and policies.
  • Maintained reports on fines to support effective control and monitoring.
  • Collaborated with senior staff to investigate compliance risk management matters.
  • Processed regulatory inventory management and coordinated review logistics.
  • Executed controls processes, including MCA updates for ACRM and compliance monitoring programs.
  • Contributed to preparation and editing of materials for compliance programme audits.

Country Anti-money laundering (AML) Analyst

Citibank NA Paraguay
Asuncion, Paraguay
07.2019 - 08.2022
  • Ensured compliance with Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Sanctions requirements through thorough understanding of policies.
  • Reviewed and monitored awareness of AML programs regarding prohibited client activities.
  • Identified, assessed, and managed money laundering and sanctions risks effectively.
  • Responded promptly to information requests from Compliance and escalated issues as necessary.

Collaborated with various departments to facilitate compliance efforts.

  • Reported directly to local AML Compliance Officer (AMLCO).
  • Contributed to departmental projects by providing AML expertise as required.
  • Executed compliance risk management tasks to mitigate AML risks throughout the lifecycle.

Know Your Costumer Paraguay Team Lead

Citibank NA Paraguay
Asunción , Paraguay
06.2017 - 06.2019
  • Managed local team for Paraguay Business Support Unit, ensuring accurate KYC (Know your costumer )records production.
  • Prepared country population data for KYC processes to streamline operations.
  • Oversaw pipeline for onboarding new business KYC record requirements efficiently.
  • Proactively collaborated with relationship management and compliance teams for timely system updates.
  • Reviewed KYC records to align with local regulations and Global BSU standards.
  • Conducted weekly meetings with senior staff to discuss operational performance.
  • Compiled KYC reports and escalated issues to senior Operations and Banking partners.
  • Engaged with relationship managers and compliance personnel on AML and KYC-related matters.

Know Your Costumer - Business Support Unit

Citibank NA Paraguay
Asuncion, Paraguay
05.2015 - 05.2017
  • Developed Know Your Customer Record in Citi KYC system by sourcing data from internal and external channels.
  • Executed client-specific KYC analyses and conducted Customer Acquisition Due Diligence.
  • Performed KYC activities for new client onboarding to ensure compliance with regulations.
  • Reviewed information from regulatory websites and news outlets to validate data.
  • Ensured accuracy of company formation and ownership through meticulous detail validation.
  • Incorporated local regulatory requirements into KYC Record while maintaining adherence to Global BSU Standards.
  • Oversaw KYC Record completion and documentation from initiation through to approval.

Executive Assistant

Citibank NA Paraguay
Asuncion, Paraguay
03.2014 - 05.2015
  • Streamlined administrative processes to increase efficiency at work.
  • Managed complex travel arrangements to ensure seamless business trips for executives.
  • Assist directly to the CCO and manager executives of the bank.
  • Organizing and maintaining diaries and making appointments

Administrative Assistant

Tape Ruvicha S.A.E.C.A- Ford Motor Company
Asuncion, Paraguay
05.2009 - 02.2014
  • Administrative processes for increased efficiency in the workplace.
  • Submitted timely reports which provided critical updates on various projects.
  • Complete notes/ bank forms: Payments and bank transfers.
  • Registry and distribution of legal documents of the company.
  • Control of insurance policies taken by the company.
  • Assisted with budget preparations enabling effective financial planning.

Education

Master of Business Administration -

Universidad American/Americana University
Asuncion, Paraguay
04.2015 - 06.2018

Bachelor - International Business

Universidad American/Americana University
Asunción, Paraguay
03.2009 - 11.2013

High School Degree - Basic Sciences and Technology

School of Tomorrow Paraguay
Asunción, Paraguay

Skills


  • Communication skills
  • Team collaboration
  • Strategic planning
  • Leadership abilities
  • Adaptability

Languages

Spanish
Native
English
Fluent

Certification

- Managing at Citi, June 2019. Buenos Aires, Argentina.

- Leadership School – Silvia Gil Potencial Humano, October 2018. Asunción, Paraguay

- Incoterms seminar of International Trade, Americana University, Asunción, Paraguay.

- Course of Executive Assistant - Instituto de Administración Bancaria/ Institute of Banking Administration. Asunción, Paraguay

- CAMS Preparation, ACAMS for 2025.

Timeline

Compliance Risk Mangement

Citibank NA Paraguay
09.2022 - Current

Country Anti-money laundering (AML) Analyst

Citibank NA Paraguay
07.2019 - 08.2022

Know Your Costumer Paraguay Team Lead

Citibank NA Paraguay
06.2017 - 06.2019

Know Your Costumer - Business Support Unit

Citibank NA Paraguay
05.2015 - 05.2017

Master of Business Administration -

Universidad American/Americana University
04.2015 - 06.2018

Executive Assistant

Citibank NA Paraguay
03.2014 - 05.2015

Administrative Assistant

Tape Ruvicha S.A.E.C.A- Ford Motor Company
05.2009 - 02.2014

Bachelor - International Business

Universidad American/Americana University
03.2009 - 11.2013

High School Degree - Basic Sciences and Technology

School of Tomorrow Paraguay
Andrea Larissa Navarro Romero