Jevgenija Jermolajeva - Internal audit, Compliance risk, AMLCTPF Expert, Financial services

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Work Background

Baltic International Bank SEHead Of Internal Audit Division, Chief Audit Executive

Feb. 2014 - Feb. 2024Riga, Latviao Strategic & Tactical Planning: Championed the development and board approval of a groundbreaking risk-based audit methodology and Internal Audit policy, substantially elevating the effectiveness of the Internal Audit function. o Leadership Impact: Directed and realized strategic initiatives that markedly boosted audit quality and efficiency, underpinned by my leadership. o Board Reporting: Effectively communicated detailed audit outcomes to the Management Board, Audit Committee, and Supervisory Board, affirming adherence to stringent governance standards. o Established and refined the internal audit recommendation tracking and reporting system, integrating advanced solutions like Jira to streamline operations. o Audit Excellence: Orchestrated and executed comprehensive internal audits across various domains such as AMLCTPF risk, Lending, Asset management, FX operations, and more, ensuring alignment with top-tier governance, risk management, and internal control standards. o Strengthened Independence: Enhanced audit independence and objectivity, reinforcing the division’s credibility and trustworthiness. o Operational Enhancement: Initiated and led the adoption of innovative audit methodologies, significantly improving operational efficiency and effectiveness. o Team Development: Fostered a culture of excellence, mentoring a team of audit professionals and elevating their performance and career progression.

Baltic International Bank SEHead of AML/CTPF Compliance Division, MLRO

Jan. 2007 - Feb. 2014Rigao Led the AMLCTPF department for seven years, managing strategic compliance frameworks and serving as the Money Laundering Reporting Officer. o IT Project Leadership: Led the implementation of a cutting-edge IT solution for transaction monitoring and customer screening, which dramatically improved risk detection and operational efficiency. o Training: Delivered comprehensive AML training, substantially increasing staff compliance awareness and performance. o Strategic Oversight: Spearheaded the strategic planning and operational execution within the division, crafting and implementing annual and monthly plans that aligned with corporate goals. o Performance Management: Evaluated and enhanced staff performance through structured reviews and development plans, boosting division productivity and employee engagement. o Board Presentations: Delivered comprehensive performance reports to the Board, highlighting division achievements and compliance status. o Regulatory Liaison: Acted as the primary contact for auditors, regulators, and correspondent banks, ensuring transparent communications and adherence to regulatory standards. o Investigative Leadership: Directed the reporting and investigation of suspicious transactions to the Financial Intelligence Unit, enhancing the bank's AML/CFT operations. o Customer Risk Profiling: Conducted in-depth Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD) and risk assessments for high-risk customers, mitigating potential financial and reputational risks. o Compliance Oversight: Analyzed and revised internal control systems to ensure legislative compliance, initiating necessary amendments to bolster regulatory adherence.

Baltic International Bank SEFinancial analyst (AML/CTF Compliance Division)

Jan. 2005 - Jan. 2007Rigao Transaction Monitoring and Investigation: Led rigorous monitoring and investigative efforts to identify and address unusual or suspicious transactions, significantly strengthening the bank's defenses against financial crime. o Customer Onboarding and Risk Assessment: Oversaw the customer onboarding process, ensuring thorough due diligence and accurate risk assessment during initial customer setup, enhancing the bank’s ability to manage potential risks effectively. o Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD): Spearheaded Enhanced Due Diligence for high-risk customers, meticulously analyzing and revising customer files to ensure compliance with regulatory standards and mitigate potential risks. o Compliance Training Program Development: Developed and implemented comprehensive training programs for bank personnel, focusing on identifying unusual and suspicious transactions, regulatory compliance, and risk management, substantially elevating the bank's internal compliance capabilities. o Stakeholder Communications: Managed communications and promptly responded to inquiries from correspondent banks, the Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU), and other regulatory bodies, ensuring effective compliance with all regulatory requests and enhancing the bank’s reputation for reliability and compliance.

Company name under NDA (Alternative Invesment Management)AMLCTPF Consultant

Jan. 2024 - Jan. 2024Riga, LatviaEngaged in a consultancy project for an alternative investment management company, developing an AMLCTPF compliance framework tailored to their specific operational needs.

Company name under NDA, FintechAMLCTPF Consultant

Nov. 2016 - May. 2017Riga, LatviaEngaged in a consultancy project for a FinTech company, tasked with developing comprehensive AMLCTPF training course materials and revising PSP/EMI AMLCTPF compliance framework documentation. Advised on the process of document submission to regulatory authorities, ensuring alignment with compliance standards and regulatory expectations.

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