HAILEMICHAEL ARGAW
Washington,U.S.
Summary
Detail-oriented compliance and legal professional with 5+ years of experience in financial crime investigation, sanctions enforcement, and risk analysis. Adept at handling sensitive data, conducting in-depth investigations, and ensuring adherence to complex regulatory frameworks including OFAC, AML, and tax enforcement. Technically proficient in SQL, Google Workspace, and case management tools. Eligible for federal clearance and well-positioned for remote AML roles requiring accuracy, judgment, and regulatory compliance expertise.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Attorney – Compliance & Risk Division
Lion International Bank SC
06.2018 - 09.2019
- Reviewed and drafted 50+ compliance-related documents, including anti-fraud protocols and sanctions screening policies.
- Conducted internal risk assessments and audits focused on legal and regulatory exposures.
- Worked with senior executives to advise on reputational risks and legal responses to regulator inquiries.
Public Prosecutor
Ethiopian Revenues and Customs Authority
10.2014 - 06.2018
- Investigated and prosecuted over 100 financial crime and tax fraud cases in federal courts.
- Coordinated cross-agency investigations focused on sanctions evasion and illicit financial flows.
- Analyzed taxpayer behavior and revenue data to inform enforcement strategies.
- Trained federal staff on performance metrics, compliance reporting, and investigative protocol.
Assistant Lecturer – Law School
Debre Markos University
06.2014 - 10.2014
- Delivered lectures on public law, legal interpretation, and civil procedure.
- Guided academic research on international human rights and regulatory enforcement.
Education
M.S. - Applied Computer Science (Honors)
University of West Georgia
07.2025
LL.M. - Human Rights Law (Distinction)
Swansea University
LL.B. - Law (Distinction)
Debre Markos University
Skills
- Due diligence in list screening
- Case investigation
- Legal & Regulatory Compliance
- Financial crime litigation
- Risk Assessment & Audit
- SQL & Google Suite Tools
- Report Writing & Documentation
- Cross-Agency Collaboration
- Case management
- Trial experience
- Legal writing
Certification
- Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist (CAMS) – [Pursuing or Planned if applicable]
- Financial Crime Investigations – [Mention any relevant short course if available]
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- Work Authorization: U.S. Permanent Resident (Green Card)
- Location: Within driving distance to Richmond, VA
- Remote Readiness: Fully equipped home office with secure, high-speed internet
- Security Clearance: Eligible
Timeline
Attorney – Compliance & Risk Division
Lion International Bank SC
06.2018 - 09.2019
Public Prosecutor
Ethiopian Revenues and Customs Authority
10.2014 - 06.2018
Assistant Lecturer – Law School
Debre Markos University
06.2014 - 10.2014
LL.M. - Human Rights Law (Distinction)
Swansea University
LL.B. - Law (Distinction)
Debre Markos University
M.S. - Applied Computer Science (Honors)
University of West Georgia
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