Dwayne Wright
Piscataway
Summary
Dynamic AML Compliance Analyst with extensive experience at Apple Bank, adept at conducting thorough investigations and preparing detailed reports. Proven ability in suspicious activity reporting and risk assessment, complemented by strong interpersonal skills. Successfully trained junior analysts, enhancing team compliance and knowledge in anti-money laundering practices.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
AML Compliance Analyst
Apple Bank
New York
09.2024 - Current
- Advised on onboarding new customers and assessed KYC reviews based on internal customer risk profiles to ensure compliance.
- Conducts and assesses adverse news and performs sanctions searches by utilizing external vendors such as World Check, TransUnion and Lexis-Nexis.
- Managed queue of cases in FIS Prime, conducted investigations, ensured timely follow-up on requests, and advised management on corresponding banking issues.
- Collaborated with law enforcement agencies on AML-related cases.
- Prepared detailed reports on AML findings for regulatory reviews.
- Trained junior analysts on AML procedures and best practices to enhance team knowledge and compliance.
AML/BSA Sr. Transaction Monitoring Analyst (Contract Consultant)
KPMG / Bank Of America Project
11.2023 - 08.2024
- Analyzed customer transaction reports to ensure compliance with Bank Secrecy and Anti-Money Laundering regulatory requirements.
- Conducted investigations into potential violations of AML laws and regulations.
- Conducted periodic internal account or customer reviews to identify potentially suspicious activity.
- Monitored internal AML reports and drew conclusions through summary narratives regarding the need for further investigation.
- Analyzed situations to determine how best to resolve issues posing potential risks to banks or customers.
- Provided well-documented evidence during audits to demonstrate adherence to policies and procedures governing transaction monitoring activities.
AML/BSA Sr. Transaction Monitoring Analyst
Santander Bank
Dorchester
09.2022 - 10.2023
- Reviewed and analyzed alerts from electronic monitoring to assess necessity for further investigation.
- Investigated alerts from automated monitoring systems and addressed outcomes based on findings.
- Conducts due diligence reviews on high-risk customers and entities through analysis of customer activity compared to KYC documentation.
- Monitored changes in customer behavior that may indicate possible criminal activity.
- Monitored internal AML reports and summarized findings to identify cases needing further investigation.
- Evaluated customer account information against known watch lists or sanctions lists provided by government agencies.
Education
Essex County College
06-2026
Skills
- Anti-money laundering
- Customer due diligence
- Transaction monitoring
- Suspicious activity reporting
- Compliance documentation
- Financial regulations expertise
- Risk assessment
- Data analysis tools
- Report writing
- Cross-functional teamwork
- Conflict resolution
Timeline
AML Compliance Analyst
Apple Bank
09.2024 - Current
AML/BSA Sr. Transaction Monitoring Analyst (Contract Consultant)
KPMG / Bank Of America Project
11.2023 - 08.2024
AML/BSA Sr. Transaction Monitoring Analyst
Santander Bank
09.2022 - 10.2023
Essex County College