Hannah Jones
Hannah Jones is a dedicated Compliance Investigator specializing in financial crimes, Anti-Money Laundering (AML), sanctions, and regulatory compliance. With over five years of experience, she has worked with major financial institutions including MUFG and PayPal, leading complex investigations involving suspicious activity, regulatory reporting, and collaboration with law enforcement. Hannah is highly skilled in analyzing high-risk transactions, interpreting the BSA, the Patriot Act, and OFAC regulations, and drafting detailed SARs, all while maintaining rigorous compliance standards and accuracy.
Her career journey began in higher education, managing scholarship programs at the Flynn Foundation after being recommended by the vice president of Arizona State University. Following a personal tragedy, Hannah pivoted into financial crimes compliance, transforming her experience as a victim into a mission to protect vulnerable individuals. This shift led her to work on high-impact cases, including locating a missing teenager during an investigation into illegal activity involving underage individuals, demonstrating both her investigative acumen and commitment to safeguarding the public.
Hannah holds a Bachelor of Arts in English Literature and Classics with a Greek emphasis, a minor in Hebrew, and a Writing Certificate from Arizona State University. Beyond her professional work, she mentors new team members, contributes to special projects, and actively participates in Women in Compliance networks. Passionate about protecting the integrity of the financial system and serving as a role model for her 12-year-old daughter, Hannah balances a demanding career with creative pursuits like piano composition, painting, and gardening, reflecting her resilience, curiosity, and commitment to continuous growth.
• Level 1 Security Clearance
• CPR
• Article 9 Certification
• First Aid
• Writing Certificate
• Arizona State University - B.A.
• Out-of-the-Box Thinker Award
• Medallion Scholarship President
• Excellence Award
• Women in Compliance
What do you attribute your success to?
I attribute my success to resilience and perseverance, particularly the ability to adapt and keep moving forward even after facing significant personal challenges.
What advice would you give to young women entering your industry?
My advice to young women entering this industry is to stay persistent and curious. Life and career paths rarely go exactly as planned, and it’s okay to pivot when needed. Even in difficult moments, you can keep going and still achieve success. I hope my story serves as a reminder that encouragement matters—sometimes, just knowing someone believes in you can make all the difference.
What are the biggest challenges or opportunities in your field right now?
One of the biggest challenges in my field is simply finding a way in—many people aren’t even aware that this career path exists. Once you’re in, the work is a constant learning environment because the threats and tactics are always evolving. That ongoing need to learn is both a challenge and one of the aspects that keeps the work engaging and rewarding.
What values are most important to you in your work and personal life?
The values that guide me in both my work and personal life include helping others find a path into this field, especially since many people aren’t aware it exists. I also prioritize continuous learning, because the landscape is always evolving and staying informed is essential. Additionally, in a field that can be male-dominated at leadership levels, I value building strong support networks to foster collaboration, mentorship, and shared growth.
Locations
MUFG
Apache Junction, AZ 85142