Elizabeth Ali Guillén
About Elizabeth Ali Guillén
Elizabeth Ali Guillén serves as the Compliance & AML Director for Lombard Odier Group in Brazil, bringing extensive experience in compliance and operational risk management across various financial institutions. She has a strong background in regulatory frameworks and data protection, and is fluent in Spanish, English, and Portuguese.
Work at Lombard Odier
Elizabeth Ali Guillén has been serving as the Compliance & AML Director for Lombard Odier Group in Brazil since 2020. In this role, she oversees compliance and anti-money laundering initiatives, ensuring adherence to regulatory standards within the financial sector. Her position involves collaboration with various stakeholders to maintain compliance with both local and international regulations.
Previous Experience in Compliance
Before joining Lombard Odier, Elizabeth held several significant roles in compliance across various financial institutions. She worked as a Compliance Officer at S&P Global Ratings from 2014 to 2019. Prior to that, she served as Compliance Executive Manager at Banco Fibra from 2008 to 2010 and as Operational Risk and Compliance Manager at Banco Safra from 2005 to 2006. Her extensive background includes positions at Dresdner Bank AG and Deutsche Bank, where she focused on compliance and operational risk.
Education and Expertise
Elizabeth studied at Universidade de São Paulo, where she completed an MBA in Treasury Operations from 2006 to 2007. She also holds a Licenciada in Business Administration from Universidad del Pacífico (PE), obtained between 1980 and 1985. Additionally, she studied Banking at FGV - Fundação Getulio Vargas in 2001. Her educational background supports her expertise in compliance, operational risk, and data protection, particularly regarding the Brazilian General Data Protection Law (LGPD).
Regulatory Approvals and Leadership
Elizabeth is recognized as a Compliance Statutory Director by both BACEN and CVM, reflecting her comprehensive understanding of the regulatory framework governing Brazilian financial and capital markets. She serves as a focal point for Latin American regulators in compliance matters, demonstrating her leadership in the field and her ability to navigate complex regulatory environments.
Language Proficiency and International Experience
Fluent in Spanish, English, and Portuguese, Elizabeth Ali Guillén's language skills enhance her effectiveness in diverse international settings. Her international experience includes leading global working groups focused on compliance and anti-financial crimes, which underscores her capability to operate in a global context and collaborate with various stakeholders across different regions.