Nikolas Schmidt
Berlin
Summary
Experienced professional with a background in corporate finance, team leadership, and ensuring regulatory compliance. With a strong academic foundation in finance, strategic management and law, I focus on delivering practical solutions to business challenges.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Consultant / Teamlead / People Manager - Forensics
PwC
01.2025 - Current
- Oversaw a team of 20+ analysts working on an AML/CFT project for a large German bank.
- Contributed to the implementation and transition process of a new AML system.
- Provided expertise in post-regulatory filings, ensuring compliance with German laws and policies.
- Designed and delivered training on German and international AML processes (France, Belgium, Netherlands), focusing on adherence to national and industry-specific regulations.
- Managed and supported the career development of 15+ analysts at PwC, guiding them in client engagement and professional growth.
Analyst - Forensics
PwC
05.2024 - 12.2024
- Worked on a project with a major German bank, conducting transaction monitoring, sanction controls, and KYC reviews.
- Involved in multiple workstreams in multiple jurisdictions, covering Germany, France, and Belgium.
- Training and performing quality controls for over 20 people in the EMEA workstream.
- Involved in project management, including talent acquisition and onboarding of new joiners.
Finance Associate
SAP
01.2023 - 04.2024
- Handled accounting and reporting duties for the German SAP training division.
- Primarily supported key German automotive clients and major Swiss customers.
- Represented the team in internal workshops and discussions.
Internship - Labour Law
Heinemann & Partner Attorneys at Law
05.2020 - 06.2020
- Conducted literature and legal research focusing on Labor and Social Law, ensuring compliance with current regulations and legal standards.
- Provided support for notary activities, assisting with document preparation, verification, and legal compliance in accordance with applicable laws and regulations
Working Student- Business Development
PAQATO GmbH
05.2019 - 05.2020
- Led business development initiatives and contributed to the design and optimization of the company website, enhancing user experience and functionality.
- Collaborated closely with clients to develop and refine case studies, ensuring alignment with strategic goals and delivering impactful, data-driven insights.
Education
Master of Science - Business Management
University of Rome Sapienza
Rome, Italy11-2023
Master of Science - Economics And Finance
Charles University
Prague, Czechia09.2023
Bachelor of Science - Economics And Law
University of Münster
Münster, Germany03.2021
Skills
- Compliance & Governance
- Risk Management
- Corporate Finance
- Data Analytics using MS Excel, VBA, and R
- Banking, Blockchain and FinTech
- Problem Solving and Critical Thinking
Languages
German
Proficient
C2
English
Proficient
C2
Timeline
Consultant / Teamlead / People Manager - Forensics
PwC
01.2025 - Current
Analyst - Forensics
PwC
05.2024 - 12.2024
Finance Associate
SAP
01.2023 - 04.2024
Internship - Labour Law
Heinemann & Partner Attorneys at Law
05.2020 - 06.2020
Working Student- Business Development
PAQATO GmbH
05.2019 - 05.2020
Master of Science - Business Management
University of Rome Sapienza
Master of Science - Economics And Finance
Charles University
Bachelor of Science - Economics And Law
University of Münster
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