Neil Mulhern

Experienced Financial Crime Compliance professional with a strong track record in KYC, quality control, and sanctions compliance. I’ve worked across several major institutions—HSBC Innovation Banking, Santander, and Bank of America—helping teams improve accuracy, consistency, and regulatory standards. I’m passionate about financial crime prevention, mentoring others, and using analytical insight to make compliance both effective and efficient.

Over 14 years of experience in Financial Crime Compliance and KYC across major global banks, including HSBC Innovation Banking, Silicon Valley Bank, Santander, and Bank of America. Skilled in KYC onboarding, refresh, and quality control, with a proven ability to lead teams, manage remediation projects, and deliver high-quality outcomes under pressure. Experienced in sanctions screening, adverse media analysis, and process improvement initiatives. Known for combining analytical insight with a practical, solutions-driven approach to compliance challenges.

ICA Diploma in Financial Crime Prevention, supported by advanced certifications in Customer Due Diligence and Compliance. These professional qualifications build on a strong academic foundation with a Master’s in International Relations (University of Sussex) and a BA (Hons) in International Studies (University College Dublin). This combination of compliance expertise and global perspective underpins a comprehensive understanding of financial crime risk and regulatory environments.