Bryan Hazel (Acams) Email & Phone Number

United States

New York, NY, US

- Leads the bank's OFAC Unit, ensuring compliance with U.S. sanctions regulations. - Provides guidance on OFAC compliance, conducts training, and develops policies. - Reviews transactions for sanctions violations and collaborates with senior management to mitigate risk. - Liaises with regulatory bodies, prepares OFAC-related reports, and maintains updated.

New York, NY, US

- Investigated suspicious activities, conducted enhanced due diligence, and prepared Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs). - Coordinated with law enforcement, provided feedback to the reporting team, and conducted training sessions on AML investigations.

New York, NY, US

Reviewed transactions against OFAC and sanctions lists, conducted investigations, and escalated findings. - Developed OFAC policies, provided staff training, and participated in audits and examinations related to sanctions compliance.

New York, NY, US

- Investigated money laundering activities, reviewed customer transactions, and prepared SARs. - Collaborated with law enforcement, provided AML training, and developed AML policies. - Conducted due diligence on high-risk customers and participated in industry conferences to stay informed on compliance trends.

Menlo Park, CA, US

• Conducted alert reviews and/or investigations on potential cases of money laundering, terrorist financing, fraud and/or other related financial crimes in compliance with regulatory obligations and investigative protocols
• Performed research and write corresponding dispositions on potentially unusual or suspicious transactions/activities
• Established the nature of transactional activity, and effectively documenting the decisions to close cases and/or to file Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs)
• Wrote detailed narratives to explain findings while including adequate levels of supporting documentation

New York, NY, US

• Reviewed the transactions of both corresponding and retail banks regarding the customers historical activities
• Performed due diligence on the relevant parties
• Gave brief detail description of investigation findings to determine if activity is “Business as Usual” or requires further information
• Worked on cases to complete according to internal AML procedures and process.
• Evaluated transactions and customer relationships for money laundering activities and identified red flag issues and escalated within the AML Group.
• Monitored wire transfers for unusual activity and maintains ongoing records.

New York, NY, US

• Reviewed the transactions of both corresponding and retail banks regarding the customers historical activities
• Performed due diligence on the relevant parties
• Gave brief detail description of investigation findings to determine if activity is “Business as Usual” or requires further information
• Worked on cases to complete according to internal AML procedures and process.
• Evaluated transactions and customer relationships for money laundering activities and identified red flag issues and escalated within the AML Group.
• Monitored wire transfers for unusual activity and maintains ongoing records.

London, UK, GB

• Assessed and review “false positives” deriving from the overnight and or live screening by applying fuzzy logic
• Reviewed Swift Incoming and outgoing messages
• Prompted escalation of any cases that cannot be eliminated in accordance with group policies
• Communicates with business lines regarding OFAC updates and OFAC related information
• Communication and liaison with Operational teams, Relationship Support Team, Compliance and the KYC Remediation Project team when required
• Managed the 314a process ensuring bank and LSI record count match

New York, NY, US

• Performed Due Diligence on Foreign Corresponding Banks
• Worked Closely with Relationship Managers to obtain required KYC documentation
• Reviewed database and internet for adverse media coverage
• Analyzed client information, documentations, and any negative media to determined potential risk to the firm
• Performed enhanced due diligence on banks and other foreign financial entities in high risk countries
• Conducted CIP searches for the onboarding of new account opening

Wayne, PA, US

Served as the primary point of contact for AML risk issues, documenting all outcomes within a centralized case management system. I conducted in-depth analysis of intricate financial transactions across multiple systems and databases, gathering essential documentation to back exemption claims and assess accounts for suspicious behavior. Furthermore, I.

London, GB

The position involved reviewing and evaluating incoming and outgoing wire transfers and ACH transactions to ensure compliance with OFAC regulations regarding Specially Designated Nationals. The role aimed to maintain payment compliance with OFAC rules while also facilitating efficient payment processing.

Bachelor’S Degree, Political Science And Government

Bachelor'S Degree, Political Science

Education record