Matthew Reese
About Matthew Reese
Matthew Reese serves as the Financial Crime Manager at Legal & General, where he has worked since 2012. He specializes in managing financial crime investigations and ensuring compliance with Anti-Money Laundering regulations.
Work at Legal & General
Matthew Reese has been serving as the Financial Crime Manager at Legal & General since 2012. In this role, he has been responsible for ensuring compliance with Anti-Money Laundering (AML) regulations and internal policies related to AML and fraud across the UK. His tenure at Legal & General spans over 12 years, during which he has also held positions as a Risk Consultant and Financial Crime Consultant. His extensive experience within the organization has equipped him with a deep understanding of the financial crime landscape.
Financial Crime Management Responsibilities
In his current role, Matthew Reese manages financial crime investigations, with a particular focus on Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs). He oversees the firm's high-risk screening program, which includes conducting Sanction and Politically Exposed Persons (PEP) checks. His responsibilities are crucial for maintaining the integrity of Legal & General's operations and ensuring that the firm adheres to regulatory requirements.
Previous Roles at Legal & General
Before becoming the Financial Crime Manager, Matthew Reese worked at Legal & General in various capacities. He served as a Financial Crime Consultant from 2009 to 2012, where he contributed to the firm's efforts in combating financial crime. Prior to that, he was a Risk Consultant from 2007 to 2009, gaining valuable experience in risk management and compliance.
Education and Expertise
Matthew Reese studied at St Cyres, where he developed foundational knowledge that supports his career in financial crime management. His educational background, combined with his extensive experience at Legal & General, has positioned him as an expert in the field of financial crime prevention and compliance.