Martin Samah

Seasoned financial crimes investigator with experience leading anti-money laundering initiatives and investigations. Ability includes developing and implementing comprehensive compliance programs, conducting complex transaction monitoring and investigations, and collaborating with regulatory agencies. Known for meticulous diligence, analytical critical thinking skills, and the ability to effectively manage risk. Enthusiastic about using cutting-edge technologies and investigative techniques to safeguard financial institutions from illicit financial activity. Talented Manager with expert team leadership, planning and organizational skills built during successful career. Smoothly equip employees to independently handle daily functions and meet customer needs. Diligent trainer and mentor with exceptional management abilities and results-driven approach.

• Collaborated with law enforcement to identify and mitigate risks through thorough investigations.
• Developed and implemented remedial actions tailored to issues.
• Provided closure recommendations for finalized investigations based on findings.
• Delivered relationship retention or termination recommendations based on investigation outcomes.
• Conducted initial reviews of new correspondent and non-bank financial institution relationships.
• Coordinated information sharing and critical data exchange with regulatory and intelligence units.
• Generated extensive suspicious activity reports and investigation support.
• Reconciled accounts, managed risks and trends, and evaluated transactional data to identify potential money laundering, fraud, terrorist financing and other criminal activities.
• Improved performance and knowledge through training.
• Developed recommendations to enhance detection and prevention.
• Streamlined identification of fraudulent activities through efficient methods.
• Researched, analyzed, and documented account activity to minimize regulatory exposure.
• Reviewed suspicious transactions and ensured timely SAR filings.
• Formulated account retention decisions based on investigation findings.
• Advised senior leadership on AML matters across functions.
• Analyzed customer activity and patterns to identify suspicious behavior.
• Assessed customer due diligence and enhanced due diligence cases.
• Mentored a team of 10 analysts and reviewed work for SAR filings.
• Completed investigations efficiently.

• Certified Fraud Examiner
• Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist (CAMS) - in progress

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