Ishmael Brown
About Ishmael Brown
Ishmael Brown serves as the Associate Director of Complex Investigations at UBS, a position he has held since 2019. He has extensive experience in financial crime compliance and investigations, having worked for several prominent financial institutions in various roles.
Current Role at UBS
Ishmael Brown serves as the Associate Director for Complex Investigations at UBS, a position he has held since 2019. His role involves overseeing complex investigations related to financial crimes and compliance issues. He operates from the firm's office in Weehawken, New Jersey, contributing to UBS's commitment to maintaining high standards of compliance and risk management.
Previous Experience in Financial Services
Prior to his current role, Ishmael Brown accumulated extensive experience in the financial services sector. He worked at GRC Solutions, LLC as a Consultant in BSA Advisory for eight months in 2018. His career includes positions at Lloyds Banking Group as an Operations Administrator and AML Officer from 2008 to 2010, and at the Industrial and Commercial Bank of China as a Senior Investigations Consultant for four months in 2017. He also held various roles at Standard Chartered Bank, including AML Financial Crime Risk Senior Analyst and Program Manager in Financial Crime Compliance.
Education and Expertise
Ishmael Brown earned a Bachelor's degree in Economics from Syracuse University, where he studied from 2003 to 2007. His educational background provides a solid foundation for his expertise in compliance, financial investigations, and risk management within the banking and financial services industries.
Career Progression in Compliance
Ishmael Brown's career in compliance spans over a decade, with significant roles at various financial institutions. He served as a Senior Compliance Officer at JPMorgan Chase & Co. from 2013 to 2015 and worked as an AML Compliance Officer in the Financial Investigation Unit at Citi for four months in 2010. His progression reflects a focus on financial crime compliance and risk management throughout his career.