John Anthony Pendas

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ABOUT JOHN ANTHONY PENDAS

Seasoned Vice President & Governance Manager | Risk Management | 1LOD Compliance | Operations Strategy​I am a dedicated leader with over six years of experience specializing in risk management, compliance, and corporate governance within the financial services sector. Currently serving as Vice President and Business Control Officer at Santander Private Banking, I focus on developing robust 1LOD (First Line of Defense) risk mitigation strategies and overseeing comprehensive control frameworks.​Throughout my career, I have demonstrated a proven track record in:​Governance & Control: Developing and executing RCSA processes, establishing Key Reporting Indicators (KRIs), and ensuring strict adherence to SOX norms and Santander’s Risk Framework.​Operational Excellence: Leading cross-functional teams to automate workflows through digitalization projects (Appian, CSP) and streamlining procedure manuals to enhance transparency and efficiency. ​Regulatory Liaison: Acting as a primary coordinator for internal and external audits, including FED examinations, and consistently delivering satisfactory regulatory results. ​Strategic Leadership: Managing teams focused on fraud prevention and red-flag monitoring while collaborating with senior leadership to promote a culture of integrity and accountability. ​I hold a Bachelor of Arts from Boston College and am fully bilingual in English and Spanish. I am passionate about leveraging data analytics to drive operational efficiency and fostering a proactive compliance culture that aligns with organizational objectives. ​Core Competencies:Risk Identification & Assessment (RCSA)| 1LOD Governance | Regulatory Compliance | Fraud Prevention | Process Automation | Team Leadership | Bilingual Communications