Neda Angster
Senior Compliance Consultant | KYC & AML
Salary / Daily rate
Vienna, Austria
Freelance, open to permanent contract
Remote only
Skills
Languages
About me
Intro
Independent Compliance Consultant with 10+ years expertise in KYC, AML, and regulatory frameworks for financial institutions. Former JPMorgan AVP and RegTech product leader who delivered compliance solutions for 100+ clients across EMEA. Specialized in risk assessments, audit remediation, and regulatory reporting with proven track record in fintech innovation.
Work experience
Independent Compliance Consultant │ KYC, AML & Audit Advisory
Self-employedFreelance
Jun 2025 - Present
1 year 5 months
• Deliver expert advisory services on KYC, AML, and regulatory compliance frameworks for financial institutions, fintechs, regtechs, and corporates. • Conduct risk-based internal audits and compliance reviews, identifying control gaps and recommending practical improvements. • Design and implement compliance programs, including AML policies, customer due diligence (CDD) procedures, and transaction monitoring protocols. • Advise on regulatory requirements under EU AML Directives, FATF standards, and local supervisory guidelines. • Lead or support remediations projects, including file reviews, enhanced due diligence (EDD), and regulatory reporting • Facilitate training and awareness sessions for compliance teams, internal audit departments, and frontline staff. • Assist clients with regulatory inspections, audits, and inquiries, ensuring readiness and alignment with supervisory expectations.
kompany, a Moody's Analytics Company
Nov 2018 - May 2025
6 years 7 months
Hybrid
Head of Product Content & Regulatory Compliance
Jun 2020 - May 2025
5 years
Hybrid
• Built and scaled a high performing product content team • Acted as subject matter expert on regulatory compliance, providing guidance and support to colleagues across departments to ensure alignment with applicable laws and standards • Designed and implemented product development processes and procedures • Redesign of product roadmap strategy to align with shifting market demands • Fostered product innovation by identifying market gaps and translating industry needs into actionable product strategies • Collaborated closely with Sales teams to align product content with client needs
Product & Business Development Manager
Nov 2018 - Jul 2020
1 year 9 months
Hybrid
RegTech, focusing on KYC/KYB SaaS solutions • Provided subject matter expertise in KYC to support the design and enhancement of effective KYC/KYB SaaS solutions (KYC, AML, PEP) • Supported the implementation of KYC solutions for financial institutions, including customer verification and Ultimate Beneficial Owner (UBO) identification • Owned global coverage of company registry data, driving enhancements and strategic expansion to support product scalability and regulatory compliance • Utilized Agile/Scrum methodologies and API testing to drive product and business development
Assistant Vice President Internal Audit
JPMorgan Chase & Co.
Aug 2016 - May 2018
1 year 10 months
Switzerland · On-site
• Conducted internal audits across the EMEA region within an international private banking • Focused on Asset and Wealth Management business lines, ensuring adherence to regulatory standards • Executed audits on the design and effectiveness of KYC (Know Your Customer) and AML (Anti-Money Laundering) processes • Identified control gaps and recommended improvements to enhance compliance and mitigate risk • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure timely implementation of audit findings
Western Union
Jun 2012 - Aug 2016
4 years 3 months
Vienna · On-site
EMEA Risk Assessment & Compliance Manager
Mar 2015 - Aug 2016
1 year 6 months
Vienna · On-site
• Prepared and presented the Annual AML Risk Assessment Report to the Bank Management Board • Coordinated with global Risk Assessments colleagues to ensure alignment and collaboration • Developed and implemented the Bank AML Risk assessment methodology
Compliance Officer
Mar 2014 - Mar 2015
1 year 1 month
Vienna, Austria
• Approved new corporate client onboarding in Austria and Germany, ensuring full regulatory compliance • Oversaw the regular review and update of internal bank compliance policies and procedures; Banking Regulations (KYC, AML, MiFID, Wertpapier-Compliance, BaFin regulations, PEP) • Actively contributed as a member of the Compliance Committee, supporting strategic decision-making • Designed, prepared, and delivered comprehensive AML and bank compliance training programs • Served as the primary contact for internal and external audits and regulatory inspections for Austrian and German markets; Banking Authorities correspondence (FMA, BaFin, EU FIUs, FinCEN, OFAC) • Managed and led a team of AML specialists, fostering performance, development, and alignment with compliance standards • Led and contributed to various cross-functional banking projects, driving operational and regulatory improvements
Compliance Specialist
Jun 2012 - Mar 2014
1 year 10 months
Vienna, Austria & Paris, France · Hybrid
Western Union International Bank • Managed accreditations and re-accreditations for corporate customers in Austria & Germany • Prepared KPI reports and conducted AML & MiFID trainings • Updated Bank Compliance & AML Policies and Procedure • Prepared SAR reporting
Senior Auditor, Financial Services
KPMG
Sep 2009 - Jul 2012
2 years 11 months
Sofia, Bulgaria
KPMG – Financial Services Audit Division Specializing in external audits for leading banking institutions, holding Junior to Senior Auditor roles
Internship
Bulgarian National Bank
Jun 2009 - Aug 2009
3 months
Sofia, Bulgaria
Internal Audit department
Education
Fachhochschule des BFI Wien
Master in International Banking & Finance
2013 - 2016
3 years 1 month
ISC Paris
Master's degree
2013 - 2013
1 month
The University of Sheffield
Bachelor of Business Administration
2006 - 2009
3 years 1 month
Spanish language High school
High school degree
2001 - 2006
5 years 1 month