Registration Time: 09:00
Session Time: 09:15 - 12:30  including a 15-minute break
Speaker: Ms Marija Balciunaite 
Venue:   Online Webinar

Participation Fees 
MIA Members: €40.00
Non-MIA Members: €75.00
Retired Members: €20.00
Students: €30.00

*Group bookings for 3 or more participants available.

BACKGROUND INFORMATION

Understanding transaction patterns linked to predicate offences is essential for all subject persons working to uphold Anti-Money Laundering (AML) standards. Recognizing typical movement of funds connected to crimes such as human trafficking, weapons smuggling, and drug trafficking allows institutions to detect suspicious activity at an early stage. This session will equip participants with practical insights into common red flags and transactional typologies associated with these crimes, strengthening their ability to detect, escalate, and report suspicious cases. By enhancing awareness of how illicit proceeds flow through the financial system, participants will be better positioned to disrupt criminal networks, protect their institutions from reputational and regulatory risk, and uphold the integrity of the financial system. Ultimately, a well-trained and vigilant workforce serves as a frontline defence against financial crime.

SPECIFIC TOPICS TO BE COVERED DURING THE SESSION

1. Understanding predicate offences and why they matter in the AML framework

2. Overview of the most common predicate offences

3. Recognizing how predicate offences generate illicit funds that flow into the financial system

4. Review of transaction patterns: human trafficking, including child exploitation, drug trafficking, weapons sales

5. Case studies

Why is the session of relevance to our members?

Attendees will gain critical insights into the transaction patterns and financial red flags associated with major predicate offences such as human trafficking, drug trafficking, and weapons sales. This knowledge will equip accountants and compliance professionals to better identify, assess, and respond to suspicious activities that may otherwise go undetected. By understanding these underlying crimes and their financial footprints, participants can significantly strengthen their due diligence and transaction monitoring practices, ensure robust compliance with AML obligations, and help safeguard their organizations from regulatory, legal, and reputational risks.

Target Audience

1. MLROs and designated employees

2. Accountants and auditors

3. Compliance officers

4. Transaction monitoring specialists

5. Compliance personnel working in banks, e-money institutions, and payment processors

6. Business consultants and legal advisors

Speaker's Profile

Marija Balciunaite is a Senior Compliance Manager at Forvis Mazars. She holds ACAMS, ICA, CCI certifications and has previously worked for leading financial services companies such as PayPal and Western Union. Her diverse experience spans multiple jurisdictions, including Lithuania and Ireland. Marija now continues her professional journey in Malta, bringing a wealth of international expertise to her role.

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