Fraud and Risk Analyst with extensive experience in operational risk management, fraud detection, and financial crime investigations at the Trinidad and Tobago Police Service as well as private contracting. Proven track record of leading complex investigations, securing prosecutions, and training teams to strengthen compliance and risk awareness. Currently pursuing Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) and Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist (CAMS) designations. Skilled in data analysis, pattern recognition, and predictive modeling to identify and mitigate risks. Expertise in reviewing financial documents and transactions to detect discrepancies and inconsistencies. Proficient in leveraging advanced technology tools for data analysis and evidence gathering, and recognized for implementing preventive measures that reduced fraud losses, and enhanced organizational resilience against financial crimes.
Operational risk management: identification, assessment, mitigation, and reporting
Fraud risk detection and prevention: investigations into financial crimes and internal fraud
Regulatory compliance and reporting: knowledge of Caribbean and global banking standards
Internal controls and gap assessments: evaluating control environments and closing compliance gaps
Policy development and enforcement: drafting, reviewing, and implementing risk-related policies
Data analysis and risk reporting: preparing executive reports on risk trends and exposures
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite: Excel (risk tracking and analysis), PowerPoint (presentations), Word (reporting)
Stakeholder engagement: building consensus with executives, regulators, and cross-functional teams
Sargeant Vinelle Bassarath, Legal Officer (Fraud Squad), Trinidad & Tobago Police Officer, Supervisor, (868) 746 2250