Scott Werner

About Scott Werner

With over two decades of experience in the financial services industry, I am a seasoned compliance and risk professional, most recently at McKinsey where I helped clients navigate complex regulatory and operational challenges. Prior to joining McKinsey I was the US Head of Financial Crimes Compliance Operations and the Deputy Director of AML Monitoring, where I oversaw the execution and enhancement of key processes and controls, helping HSBC to relieve itself from the landmark 2012 Deferred Prosecution Agreement for AML lapses. I am passionate about advancing the field of risk management, making it \"second nature\" to the business as I believe compliance and risk functions can collaborate to create business opportunity. I bring diverse perspectives and experiences to the table, having worked across multiple regions, sectors, and functions. I am always eager to learn, collaborate, and grow as a risk professional and a leader.

Experience

1. Global Head of Compliance Operations

   Block

   Jan 2025 — Present · New York, NY, US

   Lead the global compliance operations team responsible for managing financial crime risk across Block’s ecosystem, including Cash App and Square. Oversee transaction monitoring, KYC, sanctions screening, and operational strategy to ensure regulatory compliance while enabling safe and scalable business growth. Drive innovation in compliance processes through advanced analytics, automation, and cross-functional partnerships to align compliance with business objectives.

Education

• University of Michigan

  Liberal Arts, Business, Philosophy, Urban Planning

  1997 — 2001

Skills

• Kyc
• Aml
• Capital Markets
• Ofac
• Project Management
• Banking
• Risk Management
• Securities
• Bank Secrecy Act
• Financial Risk
• Financial Analysis
• Due Diligence
• Operational Risk
• Fraud
• Enterprise Risk Management
• Commercial Banking
• Operational Risk Management
• Financial Regulation