Paulina Kinga Marcisz
Krakow
Summary
Enthusiastic Risk and Control Assurance Specialist in CISO at Euroclear with a proven track record in analytical problem-solving and effective reporting. Skilled in enhancing control efficiency and driving process improvements, excelled in building relationships and managing multiple priorities under pressure. Highly motivated to contribute to organizational success through strategic initiatives.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Risk & Control Assurance Specialist
Euroclear
Krakow, Poland
07.2024 - Current
- Perform IT and Security control testing and clear the testing results with control performers and owners,
- Draft the conclusions on control efficiency and recommendations, for review with the Control Assurance Manager,
- Led initiatives to improve compliance with regulatory standards, minimizing risks across operations,
- Prepare the monthly reporting to senior management,
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement strategic initiatives aligned with organizational goals,
- Implement process improvements and drive service excellence,
- Develop training materials for new staff, enhancing onboarding processes and knowledge retention,
- Assist in the monitoring and reporting on the progress of remediation actions resulting from assessments.
Vendor Risk Specialist
Zurich Insurance
Krakow, Poland
08.2022 - 06.2024
- Carry out due diligence and/or ongoing monitoring assessments in a timely manner with external third parties & issue reports to Zurich business stakeholder,
- Actively track and close outstanding assessments / report decisions / remediation actions to ensure SLA's and KPI's are met,
- Drive continuous improvement - propose improvements to the process, system, and training guides as and when such improvements become apparent,
- Join relevant training sessions to maintain good knowledge of the system, processes and changes,
- Use coordination and planning skills to achieve results according to schedule.
AML Compliance Specialist Negative News
Brown Brothers Harriman
Krakow, Poland
03.2021 - 08.2022
- Learned how to determine the type and review negative news, relating to financial crime, including money laundering, terrorist financing and other illegal transactions involving money or securities, but also PEP and sanctions- related alerts,
- Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment,
- Followed all company policies and procedures to deliver quality work,
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions,
- Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
Internship in Finance
Brown Brothers Harriman
Remote
06.2020 - 02.2021
- Participated in workshops and presentations related to projects to gain knowledge,
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity,
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed,
- Analyzed problems and worked with teams to develop solutions.
Education
Master of Management -
Jagiellonian University
Kraków06-2021
Bachelor of Electroradiology -
Jagiellonian University
Kraków07-2019
High School Diploma -
I High School in Nowy Sącz
Nowy Sącz2016
Skills
- Analytical and critical thinking,
- Attention to detail,
- Organization and time management,
- Multitasking and prioritization,
- Calm and professional under pressure,
- Reporting and communication skills,
- Relationship builder,
- Quick learner,
- Proficient in AI tools,
- Experienced with Power Apps,
- Highly skilled in Microsoft Office
Certification
- (Ongoing Certification) Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA®) by ISACA.
- COBIT® 2019 Foundation Certificate by ISACA.
- Lean Yellow Belt Certification by LeanAcademy.
- Certified Risk Management FMEA ISO 31000 Expert by Six Sigma Academy Amsterdam.
- Certified AgilePM® - Agile Project Management Foundation Examination by APMG International.
- Certified Power BI Advanced Course by Akademia Skuteczne Raporty.
- PowerApps Basics Training by Zurich Insurance Company.
- Microsoft Excel - Certified Advanced Course by Comarch SA.
- Personal Branding with IBM BTO.
Hobbies
Hiking, traveling, fashion, modern art, music and dance.
Languages
Polish
English
Native or Bilingual
German
Intermediate
B1
Russian
Elementary
A2
Spanish
Beginner
A1
GDPR
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Timeline
Risk & Control Assurance Specialist
Euroclear
07.2024 - Current
Vendor Risk Specialist
Zurich Insurance
08.2022 - 06.2024
AML Compliance Specialist Negative News
Brown Brothers Harriman
03.2021 - 08.2022
Internship in Finance
Brown Brothers Harriman
06.2020 - 02.2021
Master of Management -
Jagiellonian University
Bachelor of Electroradiology -
Jagiellonian University
High School Diploma -
I High School in Nowy Sącz