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Diego Gaffuri

Diego Gaffuri

Cimo

Summary

Senior Compliance Officer with cross-functional experience in AML having worked 7 years as a banking customer advisor, 3 years for the prosecution authority, over a year for MROS and over 6 years as a Compliance Officer in banks of different category.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Compliance Officer

Banca Dello Stato Del Cantone Ticino
01.2023 - Current

Team covering various matters related to anti-money laundering (AML), know your customer (KYC) and Sanctions regulations, providing support with the introduction of changes in line with applicable Swiss regulations, such as AMLA, CDB, FinSa, FinIA.

  • Provided expert guidance on AML-related matters during internal audits, demonstrating strong knowledge of applicable laws and regulations.
  • Identified threats, vulnerabilities and suspicious behavior patterns to recommend mitigation measures.
  • Interacted with law enforcement agencies, regulators and financial institutions to coordinate investigations related to fraudulent activities.
  • Established a culture of compliance by fostering open communication lines between employees and management on AML-related concerns or questions.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
  • Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
  • Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
  • Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations.

Head Compliance

Banca Raiffeisen Mendrisio E Valle Di Muggio
10.2021 - 12.2022

Banca Raiffeisen Mendrisio e Valle di Muggio is the largest Raiffeisen bank in Ticino and it’s among the 10 largest in Switzerland with more than 60 employee.

As of the beginning of May 2022, the Compliance department has become independent under my leadership with a team of 2 people. I also acted as deputy for the bank's Legal function.

Team covering various matters related to anti-money laundering (AML) and know your customer (KYC) regulations, providing support with the introduction of changes in line with applicable Swiss regulations, such as AMLA, CDB, FinSa, FinIA.

  • Exercised leadership capabilities by successfully motivating and inspiring others.
  • Provided professional services and support in a dynamic work environment.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.

Compliance Officer

Ubs Business Solutions
08.2017 - 09.2021

Team covering various matters related to anti-money laundering (AML) and know your customer (KYC) regulations, providing support with the introduction of changes in line with applicable Swiss regulations, such as AMLA and CDB and other tasks as reported in the reference. Activity performed in Italian, English and German.

Financial Analyst

Money Laundering Reporting Office Switzerland
04.2016 - 07.2017

Reviewed, analyzed and evaluated financial intermediary suspicious activity reports (SAR).

Activity performed in Italian, French, German and English.

Financial Analyst

Polizia Cant., Sezione Reati Economico-finanziari
07.2013 - 03.2016

Performed financial analysis, questioning and other task on direct mandate and in collaboration with Public Prosecutors within the framework of criminal proceedings for financial crimes. Also received and analyzed MROS reports related to SAR.

Corporate Client Advisro

BPS (SUISSE) SA
01.2010 - 12.2013

Management of corporate client portfolio with focus on corporate credit needs (balance sheet analysis) and real estate (property evaluation).

Corporatel Client Advisor

UBS
07.2006 - 12.2009

Management of corporate client portfolio with focus on corporate credit needs (balance sheet analysis) and real estate (property evaluation).

Since march 2008 team leader deputy (7 people) and since mid-2008 selected as "Key Talent" within the Ticino region of UBS SA.

Internship Student

Helsinn Healthcare
12.2005 - 02.2006

Three-month internship as assistant to the Commercial Controller.

Education

Certificate of Advanced Studies - CAS Compliance in Financial Services

Centro Studi Villa Negroni (Université De Genève)
Vezia
12.2022

Bachelor of Arts - Economics

USI
Lugano

Erste Vorlizentiat - Economics

UNIBASEL
Basel

High School Diploma -

Liceo Di Mendrisio
Mendrisio

Skills

  • Investigations skills
  • Problem-Solving
  • Solution Innovation
  • Employee Coaching
  • Adaptability and Flexibility
  • Anti-Money Laundering
  • Analytical Thinking
  • Regulatory knowledge
  • Time management abilities
  • Compliance reviews
  • Teamwork and Collaboration

Languages

English
Upper intermediate (B2)
German
Upper intermediate (B2)
French
Upper intermediate (B2)
it
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)

Military education

Recruit School as a mountain specialist in Andermatt (1999-2000, French/German)

Non-Commissioned Officers' School and grade payment as m. spec., Andermatt (2003, German)

Officers'stage in Bern (2005, Italian)

Infantry Officers’ School in Colombier (2005, French/German)

Grade payment as lieutenant m. spec. in Andermatt (2005, German/Fernch)

First Lieutenant since 01.07.2008

Fulfilled all the duty days for my function in 2012

Hobbies

Mainly my 2 children.

When I find time for myself I love to practice outdoor activities such as mountain sports, in particular ski mountaineering (telemark) and kitesurfing.

Timeline

Senior Compliance Officer

Banca Dello Stato Del Cantone Ticino
01.2023 - Current

Head Compliance

Banca Raiffeisen Mendrisio E Valle Di Muggio
10.2021 - 12.2022

Compliance Officer

Ubs Business Solutions
08.2017 - 09.2021

Financial Analyst

Money Laundering Reporting Office Switzerland
04.2016 - 07.2017

Financial Analyst

Polizia Cant., Sezione Reati Economico-finanziari
07.2013 - 03.2016

Corporate Client Advisro

BPS (SUISSE) SA
01.2010 - 12.2013

Corporatel Client Advisor

UBS
07.2006 - 12.2009

Internship Student

Helsinn Healthcare
12.2005 - 02.2006

Certificate of Advanced Studies - CAS Compliance in Financial Services

Centro Studi Villa Negroni (Université De Genève)

Bachelor of Arts - Economics

USI

Erste Vorlizentiat - Economics

UNIBASEL

High School Diploma -

Liceo Di Mendrisio
Diego Gaffuri