Sarah Mc Donnell
About Sarah Mc Donnell
Sarah Mc Donnell is the Client Lifecycle Management - Onboarding Team Leader at Investec in London, where she has worked since 2016. With over 15 years of experience in the banking industry, she specializes in client onboarding and anti-money laundering.
Work at Investec
Sarah Mc Donnell has been employed at Investec since 2009, where she has held multiple roles. She currently serves as the Client Lifecycle Management - Onboarding Team Leader, a position she has held since 2016. In this role, she has played a significant part in enhancing the client onboarding process, focusing on compliance and efficiency. Prior to her current position, she worked as an Operations Officer Specialized Account Opening from 2009 to 2013 and as an AML Analyst in the UK Client Onboarding Team from 2013 to 2016.
Education and Expertise
Sarah Mc Donnell studied at the University of Westminster, where she earned a Bachelor's Degree in Modern History from 2002 to 2005. She furthered her education by obtaining a Diploma in AML/CTF from the International Compliance Association in 2016. Her educational background supports her extensive experience in the banking industry, particularly in client onboarding and anti-money laundering.
Background in Banking
With over 15 years of experience in the banking sector, Sarah Mc Donnell has developed a strong background in client onboarding and anti-money laundering. Before joining Investec, she worked at ABN AMRO Bank N.V. as a Business Information Researcher from 2006 to 2009. Her career trajectory reflects a commitment to improving compliance and operational efficiency within financial institutions.
Achievements in Team Development
In her current role at Investec, Sarah Mc Donnell has been instrumental in mentoring and developing junior analysts within her team. She fosters a culture of continuous learning and improvement, contributing to the professional growth of her colleagues and enhancing the overall performance of the onboarding team.
Skills in Business Development
Sarah Mc Donnell possesses a strong background in business development, leveraging her expertise in Know Your Customer (KYC) and anti-money laundering (AML) to drive strategic initiatives. Her skills in these areas have been crucial in enhancing compliance measures and operational processes within her organization.