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Germaine Wright

New York,NY

Summary

5th year Compliance Professional bringing Mid to Executive level experience in regulatory compliance, audit procedures, compliance management, project oversight, and risk management. Successful history of delivering effective leadership, training, and production to expedite the overall growth of top ranked global firms and start-up companies. Accountable, results-driven, and strategic with an aptitude for program management and development. Advanced knowledge of financial services, methodologies, functions, policies, and compliance team operations.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Compliance Officer

AscendEX
New York, NY
05.2022 - Current
  • Implemented the firm’s first money laundering policies/templates designed for more efficient client due diligence.
  • Led both the global KYC and AML teams as the Head Point of Contact for daily user cases.
  • Oversaw the onboarding of all clients, including 750+ global institutions with up to $100Million in expected monthly volume, and 200+ unique blockchain token listings.
  • Prepared consistent weekly compliance reports used to attract more global users through KYC incentives.
  • Proposed a Compliance team roadmap and comprehensive plan to help prepare for expansion into the U.S. planned for 2024.
  • Managed confidential user data and documentation for 1 million+ successfully onboarded users from 200+ countries.
  • Meticulously reviewed high risk users and executed freezes, bans, and closures based on user trading history and activity.
  • Collaborated with the General Counsel on law enforcement RFI’S, subpoena requests, and 100+ periodic investigations.

Financial Analyst

Robert Half
New York, NY
03.2022 - 05.2022
  • Coordinated deal financing by gathering resources from financial institutions, public agencies or private companies.
  • Administered and maintained data to facilitate tracking and trending analysis.
  • Reviewed financial documents and records to assess accuracy and compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and standards.
  • Analyzed complex financial information to offer recommendations to management, driving decision-making.
  • Verified accuracy and completeness of invoices prior to payment processing.

Compliance Business Analyst

Coinbase Exchange
New York, NY
09.2021 - 04.2022
  • Issued 1,000+ Manual Referrals (SAR) for 30+ different AML typologies reported directly to senior management.
  • Identified 2,500+ U.S. users linked to IP Account Takeover, ID Theft, Social Engineering, CC Fraud, and/or Friendly Fraud.
  • Resolved 1,500+ user cases through CRM Salesforce; assisted with account recoveries and daily KYC requests.
  • Recognized as a top performing AML analyst by senior upper management for live transaction monitoring.
  • Served as a team lead representative to effectively provide progress insight to senior management.
  • Trained a team of new risk agent contractors during a Coinbase/Kroll dual project to combat emerging fraud on the platform.

Operations Associate

RBG Management
New York, NY
12.2019 - 06.2021
  • Examined data analytics and key areas of focus to surpass revenue targets and previous monthly ATH by 200%
  • Evaluated product pricing, market conditions, competitors, & client spending habits to measure against industry standards
  • Implemented a policy enabling smart verification of affluent clients to provide fast, easy, and more efficient service
  • Assisted with HR processes, legal documents, financial statements, bookkeeping, inventory management, and cash control
  • Introduced sharper market policies and procedures during Covid-19 to remain a reliable top choice for local consumers.

Education

Bachelor of Science in Economics -

John Jay College of Criminal Justice (CUNY)
06-2020

Skills

  • Technical/Computer: Microsoft Office (Advanced Excel, PowerPoint, Word), Salesforce, Zendesk, Spreadsheets, Google Drive, Google Docs, Data Analytics
  • Operations/Compliance: Risk Management, Assessments, Client Onboarding, Policy Analysis, Strategic Planning, Reporting, Customer Relationship Management, Enhanced Due Diligence, Fraud Investigations, Legal Writing, Business Writing, Adverse Media Screening (PEP, Sanctions), Compliance Reviews, KYC, BSA Act, Chainalysis, AML, Manual Referrals, SEC Global Regulations
  • Languages: English (Fluent), Spanish (Intermediate), German (Beginner/Intermediate), Mandarin (Beginner)

Timeline

Compliance Officer

AscendEX
05.2022 - Current

Financial Analyst

Robert Half
03.2022 - 05.2022

Compliance Business Analyst

Coinbase Exchange
09.2021 - 04.2022

Operations Associate

RBG Management
12.2019 - 06.2021

Bachelor of Science in Economics -

John Jay College of Criminal Justice (CUNY)

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