Ewelina Ustaszewska-Ceran
Anti-Money Laundering Analyst
Warsaw
Summary
Dedicated and detail-oriented Anti-Money Laundering Analyst with over 11 years of experience monitoring and identifying potentially fraudulent activities within the bank. Having a positive and enthusiastic approach to work as well as great organizational and time management skills. Characterized by analytical thinking, focused to deliver successful customer and business outcomes through conducting complex investigations into high-risk customers, transactions, and accounts. Actively supporting business processes, policies, and procedures in Financial Crime Hub.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Certifications
3
3
Languages
Work History
Senior Specialist in Escalations CDD Operations Poland
NatWest Group
01.2021
- Handling mandatory Guidance, Risk related, red flags, and 'outside of guidance' escalations
- Conducting in-depth research connected to the received queries before providing Risk-based acceptance or Exit decision
- Analyzing financial transactions and patterns to detect suspicious activities
- Providing updates to team members and management when regulations change
- Performing risk assessments on customers, providing comprehensive guidance on AML and KYC requirements.
Specialist in Escalations CDD Operations Poland
NatWest Group
01.2018 - 09.2021
- Analyzing financial transactions and patterns to detect suspicious activities
- Performing risk assessments on customers, providing comprehensive guidance on AML and KYC requirements
- Conducting transaction monitoring and analyzing alerts to identify suspicious activities that may indicate money laundering or terrorist financing
- Participating in or leading AML projects, such as system enhancements or process improvements, to strengthen the institution's compliance framework.
Accredited Senior Analyst in CDD Operations Poland
The Royal Bank of Scotland
01.2017 - 09.2018
- Performing quality checks on customer due diligence reviews of new and existing clients to ensure their financial activities follow all applicable regulations
- Identifying mistakes in the reviews conducted by level 1 analysts, and making recommendations for improvements
- Preparing reports of findings.
Senior Analyst in AML Operations
The Royal Bank of Scotland
01.2015 - 12.2016
- Compiling and maintaining records of compliance activities, including account opening documents and customer identification information
- Cooperating with stakeholders to collect mandatory documentation required to complete CDD successfully
- Leading a buddy role for new employees, guiding, answering questions, and offering assistance when needed.
Analyst in AML Operations
The Royal Bank of Scotland
10.2013 - 12.2014
- Performing customer due diligence (CDD) and enhanced due diligence (EDD) on new and existing clients
- Investigating and evaluating unusual financial activity to determine whether it warrants filing a Suspicious Activity Report (SAR)
- Staying current with AML laws, regulations, and guidance to ensure the institution's compliance program is up-to-date
- Collecting mandatory documentation required to complete CDD successfully, reviewing and verifying documentation received.
Education
Bachelor’s degree - English Studies with specialization in translation
University of Social Sciences and Humanities
01.2010 - 05.2013
Master’s degree - English Studies with specialization in teaching
University of Social Sciences and Humanities
01.2013 - 05.2016
Skills
Risk assessment and management
Transaction monitoring and analysis
Knowledge of AML regulations and compliance
Proficiency in AML software and tools
Data analysis and interpretation
Reporting and filing SARs
Certification
ICA Certificate in Anti Money Laundering
Timeline
Senior Specialist in Escalations CDD Operations Poland
NatWest Group
01.2021
Specialist in Escalations CDD Operations Poland
NatWest Group
01.2018 - 09.2021
Accredited Senior Analyst in CDD Operations Poland
The Royal Bank of Scotland
01.2017 - 09.2018
Senior Analyst in AML Operations
The Royal Bank of Scotland
01.2015 - 12.2016
Analyst in AML Operations
The Royal Bank of Scotland
10.2013 - 12.2014
Master’s degree - English Studies with specialization in teaching
University of Social Sciences and Humanities
01.2013 - 05.2016
Bachelor’s degree - English Studies with specialization in translation
University of Social Sciences and Humanities
01.2010 - 05.2013
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