Diego Stevan

Experience

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  Citi

  Jan 2013 - Dec 2016

  ▪ Assisted in research and analysis of regulatory pronouncements, reporting requirements and other accounting documents for the government and private institutions.▪ Supported continuous improvement of internal controls over regulatory reporting through robust analytical procedures and detective controls.▪ Responded to internal/external inquiries regarding reported or archived financial data.▪ Participate in the Financial Transformation Project and other initiatives at the banking level and carry out other projects or assigned tasks.▪ Built and maintained relationships with various partners such as data providers, change management and technology teams.▪ Oversaw procedural improvements and identified controls for continuous improvement of the reporting process.▪ Ensured a strong internal control environment in accordance with department procedures and bank policies. Show less

  • Senior governance & compliance analyst

    Jan 2014 - Dec 2016

  • Operations Analyst

    Jan 2013 - Dec 2014
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  BBVA

  Jan 2015 - Dec 2015

  Mortgage Credit Officer

  ▪ Conducted regular follow-up sessions with mortgage brokers and clients to obtain outstanding documentation required to meet stipulated commitment prerequisites.▪ Proactively identified current and potential violations of AML regulatory requirements, internal policies and procedures or other AML/ATF risk situations at an early stage.▪ Managed mortgage application details in accordance with established policies and procedures to create a comprehensive package for credit approval.▪ Conducted customer interviews and provided timely responses to inquiries, adhering to service standards to foster positive relationships.▪ Ensured accurate communication of mortgage statuses and collaborated with underwriting and financing teams to effectively meet objectives. Show less

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  Scotiabank

  Jan 2017 - Sept 2019

  Operations Manager

  ▪ Monitored the effectiveness of day-to-day business controls to meet obligations related to operational risk, regulatory compliance risk, and AML/ATF risk.▪ Monitor expenditures, ensure adherence to budgets, and complete projects within designated timeframes.▪ Oversaw the implementation of the Bank’s policies, practices, special initiatives, and procedures.▪ Developed and implemented strategies, policies and operational procedures to improve efficiency and productivity in different departments.▪ Conducted periodic audits of operations to identify and implement necessary changes in policies.▪ Conducted independent analysis and evaluations to address strategic issues. Show less

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  P&d services

  Jan 2021 - now

  Project Manager

  ▪ Prepared budgets, estimates, schedules, progress, and monthly reports.▪ Ensured compliance with standards and company policies throughout project development processes.▪ Oversaw the entire project lifecycle, from ideation and development through launch and post-launch, ensuring alignment with business goals and realization of benefits.▪ Provided functional leadership in the adoption and application of the best-fit methodology to enable desired outcomes.▪ Developed and maintained partnerships with third-party vendors to ensure project efficiency. Show less

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  RBC

  Sept 2021 - now

  Financial Advisor

  ▪ Developed client asset allocation proposals and generate modular financial planning projections.▪ Adheres to legal and regulatory mandates, including reporting on Anti-Money Laundering and Terrorist Financing, compliance with the Financial Consumer Agency of Canada (FCAC), and adherence to the Privacy Act.▪ Provided expert advice to address complex credit and investment matters.▪ Mitigated risks through strict compliance with procedures, processes, and compliance controls to safeguard the interests of clients and shareholders.▪ Cultivated long-lasting and strong relationships with clients.▪ Provided advice and direction to the designated company/group regarding the implementation of solutions. Show less