Constantin-Bogdan LEONTE
FORENSIC & FINANCIAL CRIME MANAGER
Boulogne-Billancourt
Profil professionnel
Financial Crime and Forensic professional with 12+ years of experience across judicial investigations, global banking compliance, and AML/KYC quality assurance within a Tier‑1 international bank. Former Judicial
Police Officer specialised in fraud, corruption, money laundering, and organised crime, now operating at manager level in financial crime oversight and investigations.
Strong expertise in regulatory compliance (AML, Sapin II), investigative methodologies, and cross‑border supervision. Recognised for analytical judgement, report writing, and stakeholder interaction in sensitive and high‑risk contexts. Seeking a Manager position in Forensic & Investigations within an international advisory firm.
Vue d'ensemble
12
12
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Expérience
KYC QA Supervisor – Global Compliance
Crédit Agricole Corporate and Investment Banking
Montrouge
2024.10 - Actuel
(Corporate Title: Vice President)
- Supervise AML/KYC quality assurance reviews for corporate and institutional clients across APAC, US, EMEA, UK in coordination with teams based in Hong Kong, New York, Paris and Mumbai
- Perform risk‑based second‑level controls on onboarding and periodic review files, focusing on financial crime exposure and regulatory compliance.
- Challenge risk assessments, identify deficiencies, and support remediation actions with compliance and business stakeholders.
- Contribute to governance reporting and continuous
improvement of QA methodologies in an international environment.
Compliance Officer – Financial Crime & AML
Natixis Wealth Management
Paris
2023.09 - 2024.09
-Conduct AML/KYC reviews for high‑net‑worth individuals and complex structures.
- Perform enhanced due diligence, source of wealth analysis, and
background checks.
- Identify red flags related to financial crime and support escalation processes.
- Participate in internal controls and regulatory compliance activities.
Judicial Police Officer – Financial Crime
Ministry of Interior – Financial & Economic Crime Units
Bucharest
2012.12 - 2022.06
- Led and supported investigations into fraud, corruption, money laundering, tax evasion, and organised crime.
- Analysed complex financial flows, gathered evidence, and prepared judicial reports for prosecutors.
- Worked closely with magistrates, regulators, and international counterparts on sensitive cases.
- Developed strong investigative judgement, interview techniques, and report‑writing skills.
Formation
Master 2 - Financial Criminal Law
Université CY Cergy Paris
Cergy-Pontoise 2023.09 - 2024.09
Master 1 - Business Law
Université Panthéon-Assas
Paris 2022.09 - 2023.06
University Diploma - Compliance Officer - Certificate in Banking Compliance and Financial Regulation
Université Panthéon-Assas
Paris 2023.01 - 2023.12
Bachelor - Law
Law University "Mihail Kogalniceanu"
Iasi 2009.10 - 2013.07
Bachelor - Judicial Police Officer Qualification
Police Academy "Alexandru Ioan Cuza"
Bucharest 2009.10 - 2012.07
Compétences
Financial Crime Investigations (Fraud, Corruption, AML)
Anti-Money Laundering (AML) & KYC Frameworks
Regulatory Compliance & Internal Controls
Risk Assessment & Case Analysis
Investigative Methodologies & Evidence Review
Background Checks & Red Flag Identification
Cross-border Compliance Coordination (APAC)
Governance, Reporting & Stakeholder Communication
LANGUAGES
Français
Expérimenté (C2)
Anglais
Expérimenté (C2)
Roumain
Langue maternelle
Informations complémentaires
- Financial crime trends and regulatory developments
- Corporate governance and ethics
- Teaching and academic transmission (ESSCA)
- Photography (street and documentary photography)
- Member, ACAMS – Association of Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialists
- Member, ACFE – Association of Certified Fraud Examiners
Certificats
- CAMS – Certified Anti‑Money Laundering Specialist
- CFE – Certified Fraud Examiner
- AMF Certification
- AMF Sustainable Finance (ESG), 2025
- CFA Program – Level I Candidate (August Exam)
SELECTED ACHIEVEMENTS
- Led or contributed to complex financial crime investigations involving high-risk profiles and international exposure
- Supervised quality assurance activities across APAC, US, EMEA and UK jurisdictions
- Delivered training and academic courses on corporate governance and issuer risk
ACADEMIC & TEACHING EXPERIENCE
Associate Lecturer – Corporate Governance & Corporate Issuers
ESSCA School of Management | 2025 – Present - Teaching corporate governance, liquidity, capital structure, and issuer risk within a Finance Intensive program. - Leading case‑based discussions (Enron, Tesla, Evergrande) linking regulation, finance, and governance failures.
Soft Skills
- Analytical judgement in sensitive environments
- Strong written and oral communication
- Professional discretion & confidentiality
- Ability to operate under pressure and tight deadlines
- Critical thinking and synthesis
- Collaborative leadership and team coordination
Chronologie
KYC QA Supervisor – Global Compliance
Crédit Agricole Corporate and Investment Banking
2024.10 - Actuel
Compliance Officer – Financial Crime & AML
Natixis Wealth Management
2023.09 - 2024.09
Master 2 - Financial Criminal Law
Université CY Cergy Paris
2023.09 - 2024.09
University Diploma - Compliance Officer - Certificate in Banking Compliance and Financial Regulation
Université Panthéon-Assas
2023.01 - 2023.12
Master 1 - Business Law
Université Panthéon-Assas
2022.09 - 2023.06
Judicial Police Officer – Financial Crime
Ministry of Interior – Financial & Economic Crime Units
2012.12 - 2022.06
Bachelor - Law
Law University "Mihail Kogalniceanu"
2009.10 - 2013.07
Bachelor - Judicial Police Officer Qualification
Police Academy "Alexandru Ioan Cuza"
2009.10 - 2012.07