Wilson L.
About Wilson L.
Wilson L. is a Senior Manager and Head of Fraud and Risk, AML TM Compliance at Coda Payments in Singapore, where he has worked since 2022. He has extensive experience in compliance and risk management, having held various roles at companies such as Lazada, PayPal, and Grab.
Work at Coda Payments
Wilson L. currently serves as the Senior Manager, Head of Fraud and Risk, AML TM Compliance at Coda Payments. He has held this position since 2022 in Singapore. In this role, he oversees fraud and risk functions, managing transactions through over 300 payment methods, including credit cards, bank payments, and digital wallets. He leads four function pillars within the fraud and risk department: Risk Ops, Risk Data Analyst, Risk Policy, and AML TM.
Previous Experience in Compliance and Risk Management
Prior to joining Coda Payments, Wilson L. held several key positions in compliance and risk management. He worked at Lazada as Senior Manager, Business Risk and Regulatory Compliance from 2020 to 2022, and as VP, Head of Risk Regulatory Compliance and Governance for five months in 2022. His earlier roles include Compliance Audit Executive at Agrobank, Compliance Executive at PayPal, and Regional Appeals and Review Lead at Grab. He has extensive experience in developing fraud escalation processes and AML rules.
Education and Expertise
Wilson L. studied Accounting and Finance at Sheffield Hallam University, where he earned a Bachelor's degree in 2011. He also completed an Advanced Diploma in Accounting and Finance at Tunku Abdul Rahman University of Management and Technology from 2009 to 2011. His educational background supports his expertise in compliance, risk management, and fraud prevention.
Achievements in Fraud and Risk Management
In his various roles, Wilson L. has developed company-wide fraud escalation processes and AML rules in accordance with the MAS Payment Services Regulations 2019. He has managed fraud and risk functions for over 1,400 gaming merchants across more than 65 countries. His work involves collaborating with external payment vendors and regional directors to optimize risk and business governance controls.
Crisis Management and Leadership
Wilson L. acts as a primary contact to senior management on fraud and risk issues. He plays a key role in crisis management for critical incidents, navigating complex challenges by balancing fraud prevention with acceptance rates to support business success. His leadership in the fraud and risk department is essential for maintaining effective governance and compliance.