Vanessa Francis
About Vanessa Francis
Vanessa Francis is an Anti Money Laundering (AML) Investigator with a diverse career that spans advertising and financial fraud investigation. She combines her business acumen and creative skills, leveraging her background in visual communication to enhance fraud operations.
Work at Starling Bank
Vanessa Francis has been employed at Starling Bank as an Anti-Money Laundering (AML) Investigator since 2021. In this role, she utilizes her expertise in fraud operations to identify and mitigate risks associated with money laundering activities. Her position involves analyzing transactions and implementing compliance measures to ensure adherence to regulatory standards.
Previous Experience in Fraud Operations
Prior to her current role, Vanessa worked at TSB Bank as a Customer Service Consultant in Fraud Operations from 2014 to 2021. During her seven years at TSB Bank, she focused on addressing fraud-related issues and enhancing customer service in the context of financial security. Her experience in this area laid the groundwork for her current position in AML investigation.
Background in Advertising
Vanessa has a significant background in the advertising industry, having worked at notable agencies such as TBWA / London, AMV BBDO, and Target Communications. Her experience in these roles contributed to her understanding of business operations and creative problem-solving, skills that she now applies in her investigations of financial fraud.
Education and Expertise
Vanessa studied at Birmingham City University, where she earned a BA (Hons) in Visual Communications with a focus on Advertising from 2004 to 2007. This educational background provided her with foundational knowledge in visual communication, which she integrates into her current work in fraud operations.
Art Direction Experience
Vanessa served as an Art Director at The Media Lounge Group for a six-month period in 2012. This role allowed her to further develop her creative skills and apply them in a professional setting, enhancing her capabilities in visual communication and design.