Gergely Balogh
Budapest
Summary
Dedicated compliance expert with 5 years in AML across startups and corporates, and founder of an AML SaaS services startup. Holds a Business & Management degree. Proven experience in navigating regulatory challenges and boosting efficiency. Currently, Chief AML Officer leading robust AML strategies and teams.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
2
2
Languages
Work History
Chief AML Officer
Equilor Ltd.
Budapest, Budapest
11.2024 - Current
- Responsible for designing, reviewing, and maintaining internal policies, procedures, and control mechanisms to prevent and mitigate money laundering and terrorist financing risks, ensuring full regulatory compliance.
- Oversee the identification and evaluation of money laundering and terrorist financing risks, prepare quarterly and annual risk assessment reports, and ensure the effective operation of screening systems.
- Act as a key liaison and expert in regulatory and internal compliance audits, ensuring timely data provision and the implementation of corrective actions.
- Organize and conduct internal training sessions to ensure employees are well-equipped with up-to-date knowledge on financial crime prevention and detection.
- Participate in the risk assessment of new products, services, and business models from an AML/CFT perspective, providing recommendations for necessary control measures.
Founder
KyCheck Llc.
11.2023 - Current
- Developed an in-depth understanding of KYC (Know Your Customer) and KYB (Know Your Business) compliance requirements
- Stayed current with evolving regulatory landscapes to ensure KyCheck's services align with industry standards
- Implemented and integrated cutting-edge IT solutions to streamline and enhance KYC and KYB processes for client startups
- Fostered a culture of innovation within KyCheck to adapt to technological advancements in the compliance sector
- Applied legal background to develop robust risk mitigation strategies for clients
- Ensured KyCheck's operations adhere to legal standards, minimizing legal risks for both KyCheck and its clients
Senior KYC Analyst
Airplus Internation Servicekarten GmbH
03.2023 - 11.2023
- Reviewing and approving client files, ensuring that they meet regulatory requirements and internal policies
- Collaborating with internal stakeholders, such as Relationship Managers and Compliance Officers, to make decisions on client onboarding or maintenance
- Participating in projects and initiatives to improve KYC processes, systems, and tools, and sharing best practices with the team
KYC Team Leader
Bots
10.2022 - 02.2023
- Develop and implement training programs to keep the team updated on the latest regulations and crypto-specific compliance requirements.
- Collaborate with IT and other relevant departments to integrate KYC processes seamlessly with other systems.
- Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) for the KYC team and regularly monitor and report on team performance.
- Utilize data analytics to identify trends, areas for improvement, and potential risks in the KYC process.
KYC Analyst Intern
Unicredit Bank
08.2020 - 08.2021
- Reporting suspicious money laundering activities to the authority (NAV PEII)
- Monitoring money laundering suspicious activities, analyzing correspondent banking relationships
- KYC review of correspondent bank partners
- Carrying out inspections related to legal compliance, monitoring the results
Education
Master of Science - Master of Laws Degree in Economics
Eötvös Loránd University
Budapest 04.2001 -
Bachelor of Science - Business and Management
Budapest University of Technology And Economics
08.2019 - 01.2024
Qualified banker - undefined
International Banker Training Insitute
01.2019 - 08.2019
Certified Anti-Money laundering Specialist - undefined
ACAMS
01.2023 - Current
Payments in Digital Finance - undefined
CFTE-Centre of Finance, Technology And Enterpreneurship
11.2021 - 05.2022
Skills
Strong verbal and written communication
Team leadership skills
Time management and organizational skills
Project management
Problem solving
Negotiation
Adaptability
undefinedTimeline
Chief AML Officer
Equilor Ltd.
11.2024 - Current
Founder
KyCheck Llc.
11.2023 - Current
Senior KYC Analyst
Airplus Internation Servicekarten GmbH
03.2023 - 11.2023
Certified Anti-Money laundering Specialist - undefined
ACAMS
01.2023 - Current
KYC Team Leader
Bots
10.2022 - 02.2023
Payments in Digital Finance - undefined
CFTE-Centre of Finance, Technology And Enterpreneurship
11.2021 - 05.2022
KYC Analyst Intern
Unicredit Bank
08.2020 - 08.2021
Bachelor of Science - Business and Management
Budapest University of Technology And Economics
08.2019 - 01.2024
Qualified banker - undefined
International Banker Training Insitute
01.2019 - 08.2019
Master of Science - Master of Laws Degree in Economics
Eötvös Loránd University
04.2001 -
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