Gregor Rhind
Financial Crime Specialist
Gateshead
Summary
Determined Financial Crime Specialist with over 7 years of experience in fraud investigation, AML, KYC, CDD and financial compliance. Proven track record in conducting thorough investigations, monitoring transactions, and ensuring regulatory adherence. With a unique blend of analytical skills and hands-on training experience, ensuring quality and compliance across all accounts.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Financial Crime & Credit Associate
Worldpay
03.2023 - Current
- Ensured compliance of all new clients with regulatory standards prior to initiating business engagements with the organisation.
- Conducted comprehensive investigations and aggregated data to assess potential customer involvement in money laundering or other financial crimes.
- Performed detailed screenings against sanctions lists, politically exposed persons (PEP) lists, and Adverse Media.
- Delivered impactful training sessions to staff focused on recognising signs of financial crime, implementing effective fraud prevention techniques, and understanding regulatory compliance requirements.
- Orchestrated a team project to validate adherence of all existing and new European accounts to updated laws and regulations.
- Conducting comprehensive quality checks across CDD to ensure compliance and operational standards
Financial Crime Investigator
Monzo
12.2021 - 03.2022
- Monitored transactions to identify, investigate, and mitigate financial crimes.
- Conducted meticulous investigations into suspicious financial activities and developed anti-money laundering transaction monitoring alerts.
- Evaluated transaction data to ensure compliance with applicable legal and regulatory obligations.
- Prepared and submitted Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs) to relevant authorities as necessary.
Fraud Investigations Analyst
Trainline
12.2019 - 03.2021
- Executed thorough screenings of clientele and collaborated with financial institutions to combat fraudulent behaviour.
- Championed the organisation's defence against unfounded chargeback claims.
- Analysed fraud patterns and presented insights on emerging fraud trends and significant issues.
Customer Services Agent
RaboBank
05.2018 - 01.2019
Collections Officer
Heartland Bank
10.2017 - 04.2018
Customer Service Officer
Suncorp
08.2016 - 02.2017
Customer Service Officer
ITSMangement
10.2015 - 04.2016
Event Marketing
Saffron Global
11.2014 - 04.2015
Education
BA (Hons) - Communications with Public Relations
Robert Gordon's University
09.2012 - 6 2014
HND - Advertising with Public Relations
Aberdeen College
09.2010 - 6 2012
Skills
- Strong Knowledge of AML/KYC Regulations
- Technical Proficiency
- Investigation Skills
- Analytical Skills
- Problem Solving Abilities
- Attention to Detail
- Continuous Learning
- Documentation review
- Strong verbal and written communications
- Positive attitude
- Organised
- Time management
Timeline
Financial Crime & Credit Associate
Worldpay
03.2023 - Current
Financial Crime Investigator
Monzo
12.2021 - 03.2022
Fraud Investigations Analyst
Trainline
12.2019 - 03.2021
Customer Services Agent
RaboBank
05.2018 - 01.2019
Collections Officer
Heartland Bank
10.2017 - 04.2018
Customer Service Officer
Suncorp
08.2016 - 02.2017
Customer Service Officer
ITSMangement
10.2015 - 04.2016
Event Marketing
Saffron Global
11.2014 - 04.2015
BA (Hons) - Communications with Public Relations
Robert Gordon's University
09.2012 - 6 2014
HND - Advertising with Public Relations
Aberdeen College
09.2010 - 6 2012
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