I am Dimitra Topsi-Moutesidou, a senior AML and financial crime risk professional based in Greece, with over eight years of experience across traditional finance and FinTech (crypto). My work focuses on onboarding, transaction monitoring, investigations, sanctions, and fraud compliance. I have led high-impact compliance projects, supervised teams, and streamlined processes to reduce risk and boost efficiency. I’m known for sound judgment, the ability to multitask under pressure, and building strong cross-functional relationships. Senior management relies on me to deliver timely, accurate results in complex, high-stakes environments while maintaining regulatory compliance. I'm passionate about continuous improvement of AML/CFT policies and onboarding and monitoring systems, and I enjoy mentoring teammates and collaborating across functions.

Dimitra Topsi-Moutesidou

I am Dimitra Topsi-Moutesidou, a senior AML and financial crime risk professional based in Greece, with over eight years of experience across traditional finance and FinTech (crypto). My work focuses on onboarding, transaction monitoring, investigations, sanctions, and fraud compliance. I have led high-impact compliance projects, supervised teams, and streamlined processes to reduce risk and boost efficiency. I’m known for sound judgment, the ability to multitask under pressure, and building strong cross-functional relationships. Senior management relies on me to deliver timely, accurate results in complex, high-stakes environments while maintaining regulatory compliance. I'm passionate about continuous improvement of AML/CFT policies and onboarding and monitoring systems, and I enjoy mentoring teammates and collaborating across functions.

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I am Dimitra Topsi-Moutesidou, a senior AML and financial crime risk professional based in Greece, with over eight years of experience across traditional finance and FinTech (crypto). My work focuses on onboarding, transaction monitoring, investigations, sanctions, and fraud compliance. I have led high-impact compliance projects, supervised teams, and streamlined processes to reduce risk and boost efficiency.

I’m known for sound judgment, the ability to multitask under pressure, and building strong cross-functional relationships. Senior management relies on me to deliver timely, accurate results in complex, high-stakes environments while maintaining regulatory compliance. I’m passionate about continuous improvement of AML/CFT policies and onboarding and monitoring systems, and I enjoy mentoring teammates and collaborating across functions.

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Experience Level

Expert
Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate

Language

Greek, Modern
Fluent
English
Fluent
French
Advanced

Work Experience

Senior Associate - Compliance Financial Intelligence Unit at Echo Base Global
May 1, 2024 - Present
Filing Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs) to FinCEN; reviewing severe risk transaction monitoring alerts (blockchain and standard) with full investigations for true positives; responding to international law enforcement inquiries (subpoenas) and 314(a) requests (US); reviewing alerts for potential sanctions violations and submitting Blocked Property Reports to OFAC; supervising a team of L1 Analysts; acting as investigations quality reviewer; leading special departmental projects; cross-functional stakeholder for onboarding process enhancements and transaction monitoring system improvements; onboarding and training new team members; contributing to AML/CFT policy drafting for specialized projects.
Compliance Administrator at Vitta N. Bros – I. & A. Topsis O.E.
February 1, 2024 - April 30, 2024
Ensured company compliance with environmental laws, regulations, and permits; proactively communicated with stakeholders regarding expiring documents, missing information, and withheld payments; organized, distributed, and filed paperwork including purchase orders and invoices; tracked invoices and outstanding debts; handled email and phone inquiries from customers and vendors with timely, professional responses.
Senior Representative - Transfer Agency AML/KYC Investor On-Boarding at Brown Brothers Harriman (Poland)
September 1, 2020 - September 30, 2023
Reviewed AML/KYC documentation and onboarding requirements for diverse investor types in compliance with internal policies and regulatory standards; performed due diligence on investors with various legal structures and jurisdictions; applied BBH risk rating methodology to determine accurate investor risk levels; conducted Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD) for PEPs and high-risk clients; researched CDD information using regulatory databases and public sources; provided feedback to maintain consistent AML/KYC quality standards; assisted in updating compliance policies and procedures; managed communications with investors and MLROs; supported training and onboarding of new joiners.
Senior AML Investigator, Transaction Monitoring at HSBC Service Delivery (Poland)
April 1, 2017 - August 31, 2020
Analyzed customer leads from detection scenarios to identify unusual or suspicious activity; applied advanced analytical methods to evaluate data and mitigate risks; ensured investigation processes and documentation adhered to internal policies and regulatory standards; reviewed and validated customer documentation to support case assessments; collaborated with Relationship Managers to collect information and clarify customer profiles; monitored and maintained team performance statistics via Excel reports; served as acting Team Leader in absence; trained and mentored new joiners; acted as a key reference for the team.
Senior Associate - Compliance, Financial Intelligence Unit at Echo Base Global
May 1, 2024 - Present
Filing Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs) to FinCEN; reviewing severe risk transaction monitoring alerts (blockchain and standard) and conducting full investigations; responding to international law enforcement inquiries (subpoenas) and 314(a) requests; reviewing alerts for sanctions violations and submitting Blocked Property Reports to OFAC; supervising a team of L1 Analysts; serving as investigations quality reviewer; leading special departmental projects and collaborating on cross-functional initiatives; supporting onboarding and training of new team members; contributing to AML/CFT policy drafting.
Senior Representative - AML/KYC Investor On-Boarding at Brown Brothers Harriman (Poland)
September 1, 2020 - September 1, 2023
Reviewed AML/KYC documentation and onboarding requirements for diverse investor types; performed due diligence on investors with various legal structures and jurisdictions; applied BBH risk rating methodology to determine investor risk levels; conducted Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD) for PEPs and high-risk clients; researched CDD information using regulatory databases and public sources; contributed to policy updates and team guidance; managed communications with investors and MLROs; supported training and onboarding of new joiners.

Education

Bachelor of Civil Works and Infrastructure Technology at Technological Educational Institution (TEI) of Athens
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2017
BA (Honors) in Architecture at London South Bank University
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2011
Bachelor in Civil Works and Infrastructure Technology at Technological Educational Institution (TEI) of Athens
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2017
Architecture BA (Honors) at London South Bank University
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2011

Qualifications

Chainalysis KYT Certification (CKC)
January 1, 2024 - January 19, 2026
Chainalysis Reactor Certification (CRC)
January 1, 2024 - January 19, 2026
Chainalysis Cryptocurrency Fundamentals Certification (CCFC)
January 1, 2024 - January 19, 2026
Chainalysis KYT Certification (CKC)
January 1, 2024 - January 19, 2026
Chainalysis Reactor Certification (CRC)
January 1, 2024 - January 19, 2026
Chainalysis Cryptocurrency Fundamentals Certification (CCFC)
January 1, 2024 - January 19, 2026

Industry Experience

Financial Services, Professional Services, Software & Internet

Experience Level

Expert
Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate

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