Daniela Spirescu (FKA Stanila )
New York,NY
Summary
Compliance professional with over five years of expertise in AML, KYC, CDD, EDD, OFAC sanctions, financial crime risk, and corporate governance. Extensive experience across leading global institutions, including Morgan Stanley, J.P. Morgan, Mitsubishi, and the Bank of Argentina. Proven ability to onboard and monitor ultra-high-net-worth (UHNW) clients, and complex international structures across multiple jurisdictions. Strong knowledge of international regulatory frameworks (U.S., U.K., EU, LATAM), with practical application in International Private Wealth Management and fund onboarding. Holds a Master of Studies in Law (Corporate Compliance Law) from Fordham Law School. Multilingual: English, Spanish, Romanian, and Italian. Skilled in applying compliance expertise to private equity, alternative investments, and investor due diligence, bringing value to global firms' compliance and risk management functions. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Private Wealth Management & Financial Risk
Morgan Stanley ( Contract )
New York, NY
11.2023 - 09.2025
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to client onboarding
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
- Prepared and submitted escalation reports to Global Financial Crime (GFC) and AML teams based on background check findings, identifying reputational and financial crime risks requiring senior-level review.
- Oversaw onboarding for global high-net-worth (HNW) and ultra-high-net-worth (UHNW) clients across the U.S., U.K., EU, LATAM, and other international jurisdictions.
- Managed onboarding of 100+ UHNW and Latin American clients monthly, including complex international entities, trusts, and fund structures, ensuring compliance with AML, KYC, CDD, and EDD requirements.
- Monitored electronic surveillance systems (NICE Actimize, World-Check, LexisNexis, Dow Jones Risk & Compliance) to identify suspicious transactions, potential policy violations, and financial crime risks.
- Conducted source of wealth verification, sanctions screening, and adverse media reviews; escalated suspicious activities and compliance red flags to Global Financial Crime (GFC) and senior AML teams.
- Documented surveillance findings, prepared compliance reports, and contributed to remediation of non-compliance issues, ensuring timely resolution and alignment with regulatory standards.
- Partnered with Financial Advisors, AML, CRO, and GFC teams to align compliance, derivatives, and fund onboarding processes with global regulatory standards.
- Supported internal and external audits by compiling surveillance data, KYC records, and compliance documentation.
- Contributed to e-discovery processes by identifying, reviewing, and producing electronic compliance data for investigations and regulatory inquiries.
- Suppressed and remediated AML red flags by implementing enhanced due diligence controls and supporting escalation reviews.
- Reduced onboarding turnaround time by ~25% through workflow optimization, documentation standardization, and QA reviews.
- Performed compliance updates and monthly training sessions on AML frameworks, international sanctions, financial crime detection, and onboarding standards.
- Utilized advanced technical skills and expertise to troubleshoot complex problems and implement solutions.
Corporate Governance BSA/AML/OFAC Analyst
Bank of Argentina ( Contract )
New York, NY
12.2022 - 11.2023
- Completed Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs) accurately and promptly for regulatory submission.
- Implemented corporate governance frameworks and AML compliance policies for cross-border transactions.
- Conducted vendor risk assessments, sanctions checks, and internal audits to enhance compliance oversight.
- Supported regulatory examinations by preparing comprehensive governance reports for senior leadership.
- Coordinated with global compliance teams to ensure adherence to OFAC sanctions and AML regulations.
- Established project goals to measure progress and assess outcomes effectively.
- Authored reports on industry trends, leading to informed business plan development by management.
- Audited legal documents to confirm adherence to compliant policies and procedures.
Corporate Governance Analyst
Mitsubishi Corporation Americ ( Contract )
New York, NY
06.2022 - 12.2022
- Monitored employee training and updates on cross-border compliance monthly to ensure adherence to U.S. and international laws.
- Developed comprehensive reports to present findings and recommendations.
- Prepared and reviewed compliance documentation, policies, and governance filings across multiple jurisdictions.
- Facilitated communication with compliance and legal teams in U.S., Japan, and other regions to strengthen corporate governance.
- Supported investigations of compliance breaches by preparing monthly training reports.
- Developed comprehensive reports detailing findings and recommendations for improvement.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams on analytics initiatives to enhance operational efficiency.
- Analyzed large datasets using statistical methods to generate insights supporting compliance efforts.
- Maintained accurate records of all data collected during analysis processes.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to optimize project workflows.
KYC/AML Onboarding Analyst
J.P. Morgan Chase ( Contract )
New York, NY
12.2021 - 05.2022
- Onboarded over 80 high-net-worth LATAM clients monthly for private banking, conducting CDD and EDD reviews per AML standards.
- Identified compliance gaps and risks by reviewing electronic records and client files through surveillance monitoring.
- Escalated international AML compliance issues to management, addressing PEP exposure and sanctions concerns.
- Organized onboarding records and compliance reports to assist in audit preparation for thorough reviews.
- Collaborated with private bankers and compliance officers daily to streamline account opening processes across jurisdictions.
- Achieved 15% reduction in onboarding delays through optimized documentation and workflow improvements.
- Utilized document management system to ensure organized, up-to-date, and accessible company files.
Banking Compliance Intern
MThree Academy
Remote
07.2021 - 09.2021
- Conducted simulated AML investigations and compliance case studies in international banking operations.
- Gained expertise in AML frameworks and compliance operations within financial crime risk management.
- Developed a comprehensive understanding of regulatory requirements related to financial crime and AML compliance.
Education
Master of Law - Corporate Compliance Law
Fordham School of Law
New York12.2020
Bachelor of Business Administration - International Business & Trade
Berkeley College
05.2018
Skills
- NICE Actimize and World Check
- Dow Jones risk compliance
- LexisNexis and Factiva
- Thomson Reuters intelligence
- 3D banking systems
- Workflow management
- Microsoft Excel and Word
- BSA/AML compliance
- OFAC and EU sanctions
- FATF recommendations
- SEC and FINRA compliance
- Anti-bribery measures
- Corporate governance policies
- Risk assessment strategies
- Red flag detection techniques
- Multi-jurisdictional AML reviews
- Beneficial ownership analysis
- Complex entity structures management
- UHNWI onboarding processes
- Alternative investments strategies
- Private equity compliance oversight
- Legal writing expertise
- Compliance program design and implementation
- Data privacy regulations adherence
- Cybersecurity compliance standards
Languages
- English, Fluent
- Spanish, Fluent
- Romanian, Fluent
- Italian, Proficient
Certification
- AI in Risk Management and Fraud Detection (LinkedIn)
- Improving Insights with OpenAI's Advanced Data Analysis (LinkedIn)
- Creating a Culture of Change (LinkedIn)
- Identify Sales Growth Opportunities (LinkedIn)
- Excel for Banking Professionals (LinkedIn)
- Mergers & Acquisitions (LinkedIn)
- Understanding the Impact of a Merger for IT Teams (LinkedIn)
- Financial Accounting & Financial Modeling Foundations (LinkedIn)
- Strategic Planning (LinkedIn)
Technical Skills
NICE Actimize, World-Check / Dow Jones Risk & Compliance, LexisNexis, Factiva, Thomson Reuters Regulatory Intelligence, 3D Banking System, WorkFlow, Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, data analysis), Word, PowerPoint, BSA/AML (Bank Secrecy Act, USA PATRIOT Act), OFAC & EU Sanctions Screening, FATF Recommendations, SEC & FINRA Regulatory Compliance, Anti-Bribery & Corruption (FCPA, UK Bribery Act), Corporate Governance & Policy Implementation, Risk Assessments & Red Flag Detection, Multi-Jurisdictional AML/EDD Reviews (U.S., U.K., EU, LATAM), Beneficial Ownership & Complex Entity Structures, UHNW / Private Wealth Onboarding, Alternative Investments & Private Equity Fund Compliance, Legal Writing & Research, Compliance Program Design & Implementation, Data Privacy & Cybersecurity Compliance (academic and professional exposure)
Timeline
Private Wealth Management & Financial Risk
Morgan Stanley ( Contract )
11.2023 - 09.2025
Corporate Governance BSA/AML/OFAC Analyst
Bank of Argentina ( Contract )
12.2022 - 11.2023
Corporate Governance Analyst
Mitsubishi Corporation Americ ( Contract )
06.2022 - 12.2022
KYC/AML Onboarding Analyst
J.P. Morgan Chase ( Contract )
12.2021 - 05.2022
Banking Compliance Intern
MThree Academy
07.2021 - 09.2021
Bachelor of Business Administration - International Business & Trade
Berkeley College
Master of Law - Corporate Compliance Law
Fordham School of Law