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Tanya M
AML Compliance Specialist at Wealthsimple
Abu Dhabi, United Arab EmiratesWork Experience
National Fraud Detection Group
Jun 2019 - Jun 2022 -3 yrs
Canada
- Job Details:Leading AML investigations across fiat and crypto transactions, performing CDD/ECDD, and filing SAR/STR reports in alignment with FINTRAC and FATF standards. Monitoring virtual currency activity using blockchain analytics tools (e.g., Chainalysis) to identify high-risk behavior and ensure regulatory compliance. Conducting KYC onboarding and due diligence on high-risk clients, including PEPs and international profiles, leveraging tools like ComplyAdvantage and Unit21. Executing sanctions screening, negative news searches, and fraud risk assessments to maintain a robust compliance framework. Collaborating cross-functionally to improve internal processes, aligning AML controls with broader compliance policies and operational efficiency goals.
Royal Bank of Canada (RBC)
Jun 2017 - Jun 2019 -2 yrs
Canada
- Job Details:Conducted in-depth investigations into suspected fraudulent activity, minimizing risk and financial loss through timely intervention. Performed digital forensic analysis of IP addresses, device fingerprints, and transactional behavior to identify fraud patterns. Collaborated with internal stakeholders and external financial institutions to coordinate response strategies and mitigate exposure. Executed account restrictions and risk-based interventions aligned with RBC’s fraud protocols. Authored comprehensive investigative reports to support escalation and decision-making by RBC’s investigations team.
Wealthsimple
Canada
- Job Details:Investigated complex fraud across personal and crypto accounts using behavioral analysis and transaction monitoring. Applied advanced KYC and document verification to strengthen onboarding integrity and prevent identity fraud. Identified fraud patterns through data analytics and contributed to peer calibration for case consistency. Collaborated on enhancing fraud detection workflows and aligning processes with risk and compliance standards.
Education
Bachelor's Degree in Finance & Business Economics
York UniversityJan 2013 - Jan 2017 - 4 yr
Diploma in International Baccalaureate
Aga Khan MzizimaJan 2011 - Jan 2013 - 2 yr