How do you approach managing legal aspects during periods of instability or crises, and how does your legal strategy align with the broader business strategy to ensure the organisation’s resilience?
During periods of instability or crisis, I focus on maintaining clarity, agility, and alignment with business priorities. My approach involves proactive risk identification, scenario planning, and close collaboration with cross-functional teams to ensure legal guidance is both timely and practical. I work to embed legal strategy into the broader business framework, ensuring that compliance and governance support operational continuity and long-term resilience. This includes adapting internal controls, updating policies in real time, and ensuring transparent communication with stakeholders.

What are the major cases or transactions you have been involved in recently?
One of the most impactful initiatives I have supported recently is the global rollout and regional implementation of a Compliance Risk Management Policy (CRMP). As part of the Latin America legal team, I played a key role in adapting the policy to the Mexican regulatory environment, contributing to policy localisation and supporting its integration across business units. This initiative has helped embed a stronger culture of compliance and empowered teams to take greater ownership of risk management.

In parallel, I have contributed to the development of global compliance risk assessments and the continuous enhancement of AML and anti-corruption policies. These efforts have strengthened our ability to identify and mitigate legal and regulatory risks across jurisdictions, ensuring alignment with both local and international standards. My work in these areas reflects a commitment to operational excellence, regulatory integrity, and enabling the business through practical, risk-aware legal guidance.

How do you prioritise diversity and inclusion within your legal department, and what initiatives have you implemented to foster a more inclusive and equitable work environment?
Diversity and inclusion are central to our legal team’s culture. As an active member of the Office of General Counsel (OGC)’s DEI Committee, I have had the privilege of leading and participating in several initiatives aimed at fostering a more inclusive environment. This includes organising and speaking on global panels that highlight diverse perspectives within the legal profession and coordinating internal campaigns to raise awareness on topics that impact our global teams.

I have also worked to bridge local and global teams by promoting shared DEI goals and encouraging collaboration across jurisdictions. These efforts have helped create a more connected, respectful, and representative legal community within our organisation.

Biography
I am a dedicated Legal & Compliance Specialist with over five years of experience promoting regulatory integrity, ethical conduct, and risk mitigation across the financial and investment sectors. My career reflects a steady progression from foundational compliance roles to leadership in global initiatives, combining a strong legal background with deep expertise in anti-money laundering (AML), anti-corruption, and corporate governance. I am also passionate about embedding ethical practices into corporate culture. I actively contribute to initiatives that integrate ESG principles into compliance operations, ensuring that legal oversight supports long-term environmental and social responsibility.

I hold a bachelor’s degree in Law from Universidad Iberoamericana and a master’s degree in Compliance, Fraud, and Money Laundering with a specialisation in Risk Management. I am certified by the Mexican National Banking and Securities Commission (CNBV) as a compliance officer in the prevention of money laundering and terrorist financing.

I support global compliance efforts through risk-based reviews, policy development, and cross-functional collaboration. I lead Know Your Customer (KYC) and Due Diligence (DD) reviews and play a key role in drafting and updating AML and anti-corruption policies. My work is instrumental in strengthening global compliance frameworks and aligning them with evolving regulatory expectations. Most notably, I have been a driving force behind the development of a global Compliance framework, enhancing the organisation’s ability to identify and manage legal and regulatory risks across jurisdictions.

Prior to my current role at Vanguard, I was part of the pioneering Compliance team at Tribal Credit, where I helped build the company’s compliance infrastructure from the ground up. I developed internal policies, designed onboarding training programmes, and ensured adherence to AML and anti-corruption standards. My work in information privacy and regulatory awareness helped shape a strong compliance culture in a fast-growing fintech environment.

I began my career at PGIM Real Estate, advancing from intern to Compliance Analyst. There, I managed due diligence processes, verified third parties under AML and anti-corruption regulations, and monitored regulatory reporting to Mexican authorities. I also created global compliance training programmes and ensured the accuracy of regulatory marketing materials.

Driven by a commitment to ethical business practices and continuous learning, I bring a legal mindset and strategic vision to global compliance. My career reflects not only technical expertise but also a passion for building transparent, sustainable, and responsible organisations.