Jelani Bryant
Project Management, Sourcing & Compliance Specialist
Denver,CO
Summary
Results-driven professional with extensive experience in contract management, compliance, and operational oversight across the financial services, sustainability, and mortgage industries. Skilled in managing procurement activities, evaluating proposals, negotiating contract terms, and ensuring adherence to regulatory and policy standards. Proven success in developing systems to track contract performance, conducting on-site compliance inspections, and providing technical guidance to internal teams. Adept at collaborating with legal, financial, and operational departments to ensure transparent, compliant, and efficient contract execution within public-sector frameworks.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
4
4
Certifications
Work History
Sustainability Operations Contractor
UniFirst
11.2022 - 10.2025
- Coordinated internal staff, vendors, and external partners to streamline operations, resulting in stronger project alignment and accelerated milestone completion.
- Managed contractor and vendor relationships through procurement, negotiation, and performance oversight, increasing service efficiency and reducing operational delays.
- Ensured full compliance with regulatory, environmental, and safety requirements, preventing violations and reducing operational risks.
- Monitored project budgets and financial metrics to control spending and identify cost-saving opportunities, supporting improved project profitability.
- Prepared executive-level progress reports and performance summaries, enhancing visibility into operational successes and improvement needs.
- Maintained proactive communication with stakeholders to strengthen collaboration and prevent delays or misalignment during project execution.
- Identified and mitigated safety and operational risks, improving workplace safety and continuity across project phases.
Compliance Analyst II
AML Right Source
03.2021 - 04.2022
- Performed detailed contract and transaction analysis for compliance with AML/BSA regulations.
- Monitored high-risk activities and prepared reports to support policy adherence and regulatory audits.
- Reviewed unusual or suspicious activity, generated reports, and escalated concerns to Compliance Management.
- Analyzed transaction activity, account profiles, and operational data to identify AML/KYC risks and control gaps
- Interpreted BSA/AML, OFAC, and internal policy requirements to guide onboarding, due diligence, and account monitoring decisions
- Supported continuous improvement initiatives by updating AML/KYC workflows, onboarding checklists, and control procedures
- Conducted quality reviews, monitoring activities, and control testing to validate accuracy and adherence to federal standards, preventing audit findings and regulatory penalties.
Non-Inventory Process Guide
Amazon Air
02.2020 - 03.2021
- Coordinated procurement and logistics contracts for non-inventory operations across multiple facilities.
- Oversaw daily operations, ensuring adherence to company policies and operational benchmarks.
- Performed regular audits to ensure compliance with established procedures and guidelines.
- Oversaw vendor compliance, delivery tracking, and materials management within established agreements.
- Maintained detailed records of supply chain activities to ensure adherence to internal controls and reporting accuracy.
Lead Property Acquisition Manager
Bowtie Acquisitions
12.2016 - 02.2020
- Conducted EDD, research, and reviews on clients and their companies to ensure compliance with USA Patriot Act, Bank Secrecy Act and other AML regulatory laws.
- Responsible for research and procurement of wholesale properties purchased by the company.
- Manage the remodeling process of property to resale for market.
- Led acquisition strategy development to optimize portfolio growth and enhance market positioning.
- Analyzed market trends and competitor activities to inform strategic decision-making and investment opportunities.
Consultant - Capital One Bank, AML Analyst
DHG LLP
11.2015 - 10.2016
- Remediation (look back) project for Consumer Check Cashing Group, including drafting of SAR filings.
- Transaction monitoring with internet based research.
- Reviewed and updated KYC/EDD profiles of Business/Retail bank customers for accuracy.
- Collected, analyzed, and interpreted compliance data to prepare reports for law enforcement.
- Managed remotely from Philadelphia and Denver.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Sociology
University of Colorado At Boulder
Boulder, CO 05.2001 -
Skills
Contract Administration & Compliance Request for Proposals (RFP) Coordination Contract Negotiation & Execution Policy & Procedure Implementation Vendor & Stakeholder Relations Financial & Legal Review Data Analysis & Reporting Risk Assessment & Regulatory Adherence On-Site Inspections & Performance Audits
Certification
ACAMS Membership – AML/BSA Compliance
Accomplishments
Verafin | CLEAR |Internet Research | LexisNexis | WorldCheck | FINCEN SAR Filing | AS400 | CIP/KYC | Loan and Insurance origination software (Encompass, Point and Xactimate) | QuickBooks Premier and QuickBooks Enterprise | Quicken cloud-based software and storage solutions | Microsoft Office
Other Experience
GlobalTranz, Independent Agency Manager, 09/2012 - 11/2015
Probity Financial Group, Inc., President/CFO, 05/2007- 08/2012
Fair Market Lending, Manager/Sr. Loan Officer, 02/2006 – 05/2007
JMR Lending, Loan Officer, 01/2005 – 02/2006
Timeline
Sustainability Operations Contractor
UniFirst
11.2022 - 10.2025
Compliance Analyst II
AML Right Source
03.2021 - 04.2022
Non-Inventory Process Guide
Amazon Air
02.2020 - 03.2021
Lead Property Acquisition Manager
Bowtie Acquisitions
12.2016 - 02.2020
Consultant - Capital One Bank, AML Analyst
DHG LLP
11.2015 - 10.2016
Bachelor of Science - Sociology
University of Colorado At Boulder
05.2001 -