Silva Wells
About Silva Wells
Silva Wells serves as Vice President at UBS, bringing over a decade of experience in regulatory examination and policy expertise, particularly in BSA/AML compliance. Wells has held various roles at Wells Fargo and the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency, and holds a Juris Doctor from Georgetown University Law Center.
Current Role at UBS
Silva Wells has been serving as Vice President at UBS since 2022. In this role, she applies her extensive experience in regulatory compliance and risk management. Her responsibilities include overseeing compliance initiatives and ensuring adherence to regulatory standards within the organization. Wells utilizes her project management skills to manage multiple projects effectively, contributing to UBS's operational efficiency.
Previous Experience at Wells Fargo
Before joining UBS, Silva Wells worked at Wells Fargo from 2020 to 2022. She held the position of Lead Business Control Officer and also served as Business Control Manager in the Washington DC-Baltimore Area. In these roles, she focused on business control processes and compliance measures, ensuring that the organization met regulatory requirements and maintained effective risk management practices.
Background in Regulatory Compliance
Silva Wells has over a decade of experience in regulatory examination and policy expertise, particularly in BSA/AML compliance. She worked at the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency from 2012 to 2020, where she held various positions, including Compliance Specialist/Bank Examiner and Policy Specialist for the BSA/AML Compliance and Community Reinvestment Act. Her work involved developing policies and ensuring compliance with federal regulations.
Educational Qualifications
Silva Wells earned her Juris Doctor (J.D.) from Georgetown University Law Center, specializing in Banking, Corporate, Finance, and Securities Law. She also holds a Bachelor of Science in International Business and Spanish from the University of Maryland. Additionally, she studied Artificial Intelligence and Implicit Algorithm Bias in the Lending Industry through Independent Research, enhancing her understanding of emerging issues in finance.
Certifications and Skills
Silva Wells is a Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist, which highlights her expertise in compliance and risk management. She possesses advanced skills in project management and has a strong track record in writing and reviewing policies related to compliance and risk. Wells is recognized for her ability to communicate effectively across all organizational levels and for her proactive approach to troubleshooting and implementing solutions.