Andrew McKendry

Background

About Andrew McKendry

I am a CAMS-RM certified AML/KYC professional who utilizes their financial crime prevention and risk management experience to drive regulatory results in the financial sector. Proficient in leveraging high organizational and problem-solving skills, while also maintaining an exceptional work ethic towards occupational directives to meet organizational needs. Experienced in reviewing business needs, refining priorities, and identifying areas for improvement & implementing solutions. Throughout my career, I am a dynamic and resourceful professional with hands-on experience in implementing first & second line control functions in order to support anti-money laundering, counter-terrorist financing and compliance activities across diverse jurisdictions. I excel at investigating and resolving inquiries. I have proven expertise in developing and testing new processes along with implementing process improvement initiatives. I’m equipped with outstanding communication and interpersonal skills to drive open communication between senior management and staff. I tackle life and career management scenarios with meticulous strategies based on my expertise in the following areas: • AML/KYC Screening • Process Improvement • Transaction Analysis • Complex Problem Resolution • Client On-boarding • Staff Training • Risk Assessment & Mitigation • First & Second Line Control Function • Customer Due Diligence (CDD) • Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD) • Ongoing Due Diligence (ODD) Companies I’ve made a positive impact at include Columbia Threadneedle Investments EMEA APAC, TD Securities and Century Builders Hardware Ltd—my prowess is not limited by industry or company type. In my spare time, I’m also a certified Personal Trainer and F45 coach. I have Canadian-British dual citizenship. Connect with me today to find out how I’ll make your mission my mission, to help bring all of your business objectives into focus!