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Brandon G. Rabon

Brandon G. Rabon

Chapin,SC

Summary

Currently a Senior AML Financial Crime Risk Investigator at TD Bank in High Risk Investigations with more than 15 years of investigative, analytical, communication, and risk management experience. Independently motivated to perform at the highest level of expectations with a strong background in money laundering / terrorist financing and fraud detection methods.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior AML Financial Crime Risk Investigator

TD Bank
05.2023 - Current
  • Primarily responsible for more complex investigations and enhanced due diligence reviews within High Risk Investigations
  • Oversee, execute, and/or perform complex tasks from end to end, such complex investigations, or non-standard requests
  • Represent High Risk Investigations during specialized projects with multiple business lines
  • Independently perform analysis of complex financial transactions to include confidential research and investigations
  • Recognize and evaluate high risk accounts with unusual activity for de-market
  • Investigate referrals from senior management and other business lines
  • Assist with internal employee investigations when requested
  • Provided guidance on process improvements to upper management including original concept for the GAML Interactive Tool (GIFT)
  • Conducted thorough investigations to minimize financial losses and maintain company reputation
  • Evaluated effectiveness of current policies and procedures, recommending improvements when necessary

AML Operations Analyst II

TD Bank
10.2017 - 05.2023
  • Prepare in-depth reviews of high-risk customers while following the TD Bank AML/ATF Standards, as well as the FIU High Risk Customer Investigations Procedures
  • Continually achieve monthly goals while maintaining one of the lowest QC error rates
  • Introduced several ideas through ID8 Platform to increase productivity, decrease errors, and add value to members in FIU
  • Participated in vendor demonstrations provided by PWC Oracle, NICE Actimize, and BAE Systems during 2020 providing general knowledge of their anti-money laundering software applications
  • Develop and present case files, both verbally and through written analysis to senior staff
  • Experienced in writing and reviewing Suspicious Activity Reports with little to no errors

AML Investigator I

TD Bank
10.2016 - 10.2017
  • Performed detailed analyses to detect patterns, trends, anomalies, and schemes in transactions
  • Discussed suspicious activity reports (SARs) with management and filed appropriately
  • Prepared and presented case files, both verbally and through written analysis to senior staff
  • Surpassed monthly goals with minimal errors
  • Perform enhanced due diligence on customers designated by Enterprise Standards as elevated risk, such as dealers in precious metals, precious stones, or jewels
  • Worked with upper management to determine customer account retention

Lead, Auditor

Time Warner Cable
03.2006 - 07.2016
  • Created, updated, and maintained departmental policy and procedure manuals
  • Oversaw and supervised daily functions of 8 to 12 external auditors throughout South Carolina
  • Initiated audit strategies to save Time Warner Cable approximately $5,000,000 in loss prevention cost yearly
  • Acting liaison between corporate investigations and local law enforcement regarding prosecution of criminal offenses
  • Contributed approximately $755,000 in new customer growth yearly
  • Coached audit staff on best practices
  • Investigated cases of asset misappropriation, theft by employees, and others related to fraud

Security Investigator II

Time Warner Cable
05.2002 - 03.2006
  • Completed investigations and personal interviews for instances of theft, fraud, as well as improprieties in accordance with all local, state, and federal laws.
  • Contributed to evidence collection to be used in criminal cases and civil cases, which included photographic and physical evidence
  • Prepared case files and gave testimony in civil/criminal trials.
  • Conducted surveillance for up to eight hours at time.

Deputy Sheriff/FTO/Region One Investigator

Richland County Sheriff's Department
08.1997 - 04.2002
  • Enforced laws of South Carolina within Richland County
  • Investigated domestic violence, larcenies, car break-ins, and vandalism
  • Handled high-pressure situations calmly and professionally, minimizing risks to public safety
  • Served warrants efficiently while maintaining strict adherence to legal guidelines and procedures
  • Assisted in the training of new deputies, sharing knowledge and experiences to help them excel in their roles
  • Prepared training manuals of newly hired deputies

Education

Basic Law Enforcement - Law Enforcement

South Carolina Criminal Justice Academy, Columbia, SC
06.1997

Graduated with Honors

Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice

University of South Carolina, Columbia, SC
08.1996

Minor in Psychology

Associate of Science - Criminal Justice

University of South Carolina, Beaufort, SC
05.1994

Skills

  • 2020 Q3 and 2022 Q1 Quarterly WOW Award Winner
  • Thorough knowledge of CIP, KYC, AML, and BSA Regulations
  • Knowledge of AML & Anti-Financial Crime Software Applications
    Proficient with technology (PC, tablet, smart phone, etc)
    Well versed in Microsoft Office
  • Proven ability to think creatively and suggest initiatives to improve processes
  • Experienced conducting investigations and enhanced due diligence at an advanced level
  • Highly proficient with internet search databases
    High performance capacity encompassing positive, high energy, keen observation, and focus
  • 2021 and 2022 rated as Exceptional by TD Bank Management
  • Ethics and integrity

Affiliations/Certifications

  • Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist (ACAMS)
  • Certified Fraud Examiner (ACFE)
  • Commissioned Notary Public for South Carolina

Timeline

Senior AML Financial Crime Risk Investigator - TD Bank
05.2023 - Current
AML Operations Analyst II - TD Bank
10.2017 - 05.2023
AML Investigator I - TD Bank
10.2016 - 10.2017
Lead, Auditor - Time Warner Cable
03.2006 - 07.2016
Security Investigator II - Time Warner Cable
05.2002 - 03.2006
Deputy Sheriff/FTO/Region One Investigator - Richland County Sheriff's Department
08.1997 - 04.2002
South Carolina Criminal Justice Academy - Basic Law Enforcement, Law Enforcement
University of South Carolina - Bachelor of Science, Criminal Justice
University of South Carolina - Associate of Science, Criminal Justice

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