AML Investigator (Current), Security Officer, Customer Service

Internal

Patrick Brown

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Professional :

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Elgin, SC 29045

Experience:

TD Bank - Financial Crimes Risk Investigator I (US) – Global AML Operations - 05/2015

- Present

• Conducted Subpoena and SAR90 (CAR) investigations of individual and business customers as requested by subpoenas from various law enforcement agencies.

• Consistently maintained high QA scores for accuracy of case reviews and SAR writings/filings.

• Completing escalated cases in a timely manner and consistently met monthly metrics.

• Completed LMS and supplementary ACFCS/ACAMS courses to meet annual training metrics.

• Assisted team in managing queues and closing cases to reduce backlogs when necessary.

• Conducted investigations of escalated Protiviti cases such as Global Security Investigations

(GSI) and RTC Referrals.

• Adapted and assisted with transition of new Deloitte processes for SAR filings.

• Worked with Subpoena team to get SAR follow up and other cases down to green status.

• Conducted escalated and complex investigation cases, such as Elder Exploitation/Abuse and Security Exchange and Commission cases.

• Assisted in creating new cases for the Subpoena Processing team to reduce backlog.

• Designated as Subject Matter Expert (SME) and resource for assisting teammates with questions and concerns.

• Processed 314(b) requests for more information from other financial institutions.

• Collected KYC on individual and entity subjects of each case worked.

• Conducted negative news searches via Lexis Nexis, RDC and other web-based sources.

• Proficient in Windows, Google Chrome, Mainframe, Titan, Microsoft programs including Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook.

Bank of America – Global Financial Crimes Compliance - Contractor 09/2014-11/2014

• Audited incoming records of enhanced risk clients; politicians, directors of state-own enterprises for adherence to Anti-money laundering (AML) policy and guidelines.

• Analyzed and performed enhanced due diligence of domestic and international clients considered to be high risk due to political exposure and influence.

• Evaluated client data for AML suitability and client onboarding.

• Reviewed, documented, and recommended approvals, declines and/or escalations reported to senior management.

• Participated in special projects to address quality assurance issues and identify process enhancements.

Security Management of South Carolina Inc – Security Officer 04/2014-09/2014

• Patrolled industrial and commercial premises to prevent and detect signs of intrusion and ensure security of doors, windows, and gates.

• Answer alarms and investigate disturbances.

• Monitored and authorized entrance and departure of commercial truckers, employees and visitors to preserve order, ensure safety of premises and guard against theft and other possible crimes.

• Drafted reports of daily activities and irregularities when necessary, such as unauthorized persons or unusual occurrences.

• First point of contact for law enforcement or first responders when necessary. Internal

Open English 10/2013-04/2014

• Planned, organized, and provided online instruction of the English language for student from Latin American and other countries.

• Delivered lesson plans utilizing appropriate learning techniques and strategies.

• Accessed all aspects of communication to actively develop each student's ability to read, write, speak the English language.

• Administered assessments and completed records for evaluating students' progress to ensure academic goals were met and language acquisition courses were completed.

• Provided a nurturing, supportive, and positive learning environment to motivate and encourage student participation and interaction.

Bank of America – Anti-Money Laundering Compliance Specialist 02/2008-12/2012

• Conducted investigations and surveillance of account transaction activity for money laundering and/or terrorist financing.

• Analyzed customer relationships and transactions in compliance with BSA/AML, OFAC, USA Patriot Act and other AML Regulations

• Reviewed cases/alerts generated from internal case management systems and processed 80- 100 SAR reports each month.

• Consistently exceeded quality assurance metric of 97% by maintaining a score of 100% reporting accuracy from 2010-2012.

• Consulted with senior management, branch personnel and line of business governance to identify customers conducting high-risk or unusual transactions and recommending their account relationships for closure within a thirty-day period.

• Partnered with law enforcement agencies to identify funnel, structuring or other suspicious activity indicative of potential drug or human trafficking.

• Research and investigated check and wire transactions flowing through correspondent banks for patterns of activity indicating potential money laundering/terrorist financing.

• Conducted enhanced due diligence on money service businesses for documentation and compliance with AML policies and KYC requirements.

• Processed 314(b) requests from other financial institutions within a thirty-day period.

• Completed 40-60 hours of annual corporate training for adherence and familiarity with AML, BSA, OFAC, USA Patriot Act and other related policies and regulations.

• Subject Matter Expert (SME) providing mentoring and training for new employees. Education:

• Spaulding High School – Lamar South Carolina Diploma – 06/1983 Recognition:

• Bank of America – (3) Bank of America Spirit Awards 2005-2008

• Bank of America – (2) Bank of America Outstanding Performance Awards 2001-2007

• Bank of America – (1) Bank of America Credit Service Merit Award 2003

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