Natalie Semidey, CAMS
BSA/AML And Sanctions Risk Advisor
Summary
Qualified BSA/AML/OFAC Compliance Professional and Advisor with over 10 years of experience with proven record of helping small and large banking institutions by ensuring proper functioning in complete compliance with BSA, OFAC and USA Patriot Act regulations. Certified anti-money laundering specialist with strong analytical and multitasking skills. Excellent communications skills (written/oral) and interpersonal relations, all of which are framed by leadership. Creative team player, self-starter, with excellent time management skills and high sense of ethics. Experience with local regulators (OCIF), remediation of an enforcement action and execution of look-back projects. Proficient in: Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Power Point and Outlook), ADP - Workforce, Suralink, ASANA, Ocean Systems modules: ECS, OFAC Server and Prevent, COBIS and Fiserv.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
4
4
Certifications
2
2
Languages
Work History
MANAGER RISK ADVISOR
KAUFMAN ROSSIN
12.2021 - Current
- Conduct independent testing reviews focused on BSA/AML/OFAC compliance for various banking and financial institutions.
- Perform in-depth Compliance Programs GAP Assessments to identify areas for improvement and ensure adherence to regulatory requirements.
- Provide specialized advisory services related to AML and Sanctions, offering strategic guidance and tailored solutions to enhance compliance frameworks.
- Collaborate closely with banks and financial institutions to develop and implement effective risk management strategies.
- Stay abreast of industry trends and regulatory updates to ensure clients are well-informed and prepared for evolving compliance challenges.
- Engage in extensive research and analysis to support decision-making processes and drive operational efficiency within the compliance function.
- Foster strong client relationships by delivering high-quality advisory services and demonstrating a deep understanding of the BSA/AML/OFAC landscape.
BSA/AML COMPLIANCE MANAGER
BANCARIBE INTERNATIONAL BANK INC, F.K.A ARCA INTERNATIONAL BANK
03.2018 - 12.2021
- Ensure compliance with all rules, regulations, and laws as they apply to BSA, OFAC, USA Patriot Act, CIP and AML
- Appointed as backup BSA/AML Compliance Officer and Secretary of the Compliance Committee
- Maximized performance by monitoring daily activities and mentoring team members.
- Responsible for managing regulator examinations, independent audits and technical validations, including participating in producing management responses and corrective action plans
- Responsible of assisting in creation of Bank's AML and Sanctions risk assessments
- Responsible of administering, coordinating, and facilitating training programs, sessions, and seminars to educate bank personnel
- Responsible for various critical quality control processes in areas such as alert dispositions, high risk customers reviews, investigations, SARs and OFAC reporting
- Responsible for conducting annual reviews and/or site visits for foreign correspondent customers.
BSA/AML SENIOR COMPLIANCE ANALYST
BANCO SAN JUAN INTERNACIONAL
09.2016 - 03.2018
- Responsible for monitoring transactional activity periodically, including high-risk customers to ensure compliance with Bank Secrecy Act and USA Patriot Act
- In charge of conducting investigations and preparing SARs, as well as 90-day follow-up reviews while ensuring compliance with federal regulations
- Analyzed potential OFAC hits to ensure compliance with USA sanctions
- Performed information sharing FinCEN 314(a) searches
- Reviewed and analyzed CIP, CCD and EDD information for onboarding customers and performed risk rating procedures.
COMPLIANCE COORDINATOR
BANCO POPULAR DE PUERTO RICO
01.2013 - 09.2016
- Ensure compliance with all regulations and laws as applicable to BSA, OFAC, USA Patriot Act, CIP and AML
- Ensure compliance with Federal and State laws and regulations to minimize penalties and reputational losses
- Performed transactional analysis utilizing KYC/CDD/EDD data, publicly-available information and other relevant information to identify risks, patterns, and potential suspicious or unusual activity.
Education
BACHELOR'S DEGREE - BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION, MAJOR IN MANAGEMENT
UNIVERSIVERSITY OF PUERTO RICO
Carolina, P.R 09.2007 - 06.2012
Skills
Problem-Solving
Websites
Certification
Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist
Timeline
MANAGER RISK ADVISOR
KAUFMAN ROSSIN
12.2021 - Current
BSA/AML COMPLIANCE MANAGER
BANCARIBE INTERNATIONAL BANK INC, F.K.A ARCA INTERNATIONAL BANK
03.2018 - 12.2021
BSA/AML SENIOR COMPLIANCE ANALYST
BANCO SAN JUAN INTERNACIONAL
09.2016 - 03.2018
COMPLIANCE COORDINATOR
BANCO POPULAR DE PUERTO RICO
01.2013 - 09.2016
BACHELOR'S DEGREE - BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION, MAJOR IN MANAGEMENT
UNIVERSIVERSITY OF PUERTO RICO
09.2007 - 06.2012
Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist
Puerto Rican Symposium of Anti Money Laundering (attending since 2015 to date)
BSA/AML/OFAC & CFT Annual Trainings
Member of the Association of Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialists
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