Katarzyna Orawczak
About Katarzyna Orawczak
Katarzyna Orawczak serves as the Anti Financial Crime Lead at OANDA, bringing over nine years of experience in compliance and risk management. She previously held significant roles at PwC Polska, Azimo, and Brown Brothers Harriman, and holds a CAMS certification.
Current Role at OANDA
Katarzyna Orawczak serves as the Anti-Financial Crime Lead at OANDA, a position she has held since 2021. In this role, she is responsible for developing and implementing strategies to combat financial crime within the organization. Her expertise in anti-money laundering (AML) and compliance is critical to ensuring that OANDA adheres to regulatory requirements and maintains the integrity of its operations. She is based in Kraków, Poland.
Previous Experience at PwC Polska
Prior to her current role, Katarzyna Orawczak worked at PwC Polska as a Senior Subject Matter Expert in AML from 2019 to 2021. During her tenure, she focused on providing expert guidance on anti-financial crime measures. She also held the position of Subject Matter Expert in AML for 8 months in 2019. Her work involved advising clients on compliance strategies and risk management in Warsaw, Poland.
Professional Background in Compliance
Katarzyna Orawczak has a diverse background in compliance and risk management, having worked in various roles across multiple companies. She was the Head of Compliance & MLRO at Azimo from 2016 to 2018 and also served as a Risk Manager and AML/KYC Compliance Analyst at the same company. Her experience includes significant roles at Brown Brothers Harriman and Comarch, where she contributed to compliance and operational functions.
Educational Qualifications
Katarzyna Orawczak holds a Master’s degree in Law from Jagiellonian University, which she completed from 2004 to 2009. She furthered her education with an LL.M. in Banking Law from the same institution, achieved in 2011. Her academic background provides a strong foundation for her expertise in compliance and anti-financial crime.
Certifications and Expertise
Katarzyna Orawczak is certified with CAMS, a globally recognized credential for anti-money laundering professionals. She possesses over 9 years of professional experience focusing on compliance, risk management, and anti-financial crime strategies. Her expertise includes Transaction Monitoring, AML/CTF, and KYC, which are essential components in the fight against financial crime.