MARIA FLYNN SHEEHAN
Kilkenny
Summary
Detail-oriented and proactive professional with extensive experience in corporate data sourcing and regulatory compliance, gained through roles at Kyckr and OpenCorporates. Proven expertise in AML, KYC, and KYB processes, underpinned by deep knowledge of global regulatory frameworks including FATF recommendations, EU AML directives, UK AML regulations, and U.S. FinCEN guidelines. Skilled in interpreting complex corporate registry data, negotiating vendor agreements, and supporting compliance workflows to enable effective customer due diligence, beneficial ownership identification, and sanctions screening. Adept at collaborating cross-functionally with sales, product, and legal teams to ensure alignment with client needs and regulatory requirements.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
2010
2010
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Data Sourcing Manager
OpenCorporates
09.2024 - Current
- Managed global data sourcing from corporate registries, negotiating data supply contracts and service levels to ensure reliable access for KYC/AML workflows.
- Led strategic sourcing and contracting efforts with U.S. corporate registries, resulting in the successful onboarding of 9 new states within 4 months for structured data supply — expanding OpenCorporates' U.S. structured data coverage. This included directing the end-to-end onboarding process for these new jurisdictions, including negotiation of data access contracts, technical integration (API/Bulk), data mapping, and regulatory alignment.
- Audited existing global data feeds, identifying and resolving data quality gaps, renegotiating contracts where necessary to ensure comprehensive and compliant data coverage across all accessible jurisdictions.
- Collaborated closely with Sales and Product teams to ensure registry data met client needs for KYC, KYB, AML, and broader compliance workflows, bridging technical, legal, and business requirements.
- Maintained a working knowledge of AML regulations and KYC obligations in the EU, UK, and U.S., including how official company data underpins financial institutions' regulatory compliance.
- Interpreted complex API and bulk data documentation from global corporate registries, enabling accurate integration of structured legal entity data into OpenCorporates' internal systems and client-facing workflows.
- Designed and implemented a centralised Registry Intelligence Framework, serving as the single source of truth for all global corporate registries OpenCorporates interacts with — including registry identity, data access terms, contract status, payment arrangements, data format, and legal restrictions.
- Contributed to cross-functional decision-making by evaluating the regulatory implications of data partnerships in high-risk regions, helping ensure OpenCorporates remained compliant with evolving geopolitical sanctions and AML obligations.
- Acted as the key relationship manager for government registries, building long-term partnerships that support reliable and sustained access to official company data.
Product Analyst - Registry Data
Kyckr Ireland Limited
03.2021 - 07.2024
- Sourced and managed legal entity data from over 300 corporate registries globally, expanding structured data coverage by 50% and improving data quality and reliability.
- Worked cross-functionally with Sales and Product teams to ensure registry data aligned with client requirements for KYC, KYB, AML, and compliance workflows
- Designed and maintained an extensive Excel database cataloguing 10,000 data points, facilitating easy access and reference for internal teams.
- Established and nurtured relationships with registry authorities and third-party data providers, negotiating favourable terms and ensuring timely, high-quality data delivery.
- Analysed complex API documentation and data mapping, improving data ingestion processes.
- Collaborated with development teams to optimise data ingestion and delivery processes.
- Authored 12 comprehensive registry guides, enhancing user understanding and utilisation of registry data.
- Ensured compliance with industry regulations and data privacy standards, maintaining a 100% compliance record.
Information Services Consultant
Kyckr Ireland Limited
08.2018 - 03.2021
- Responded to and resolved over 1,000 customer orders and inquiries monthly, in a timely and professional manner.
- Conducted research to understand client needs and recommend appropriate solutions from our product.
- Worked cross-functionally with the product, sales, and operations teams to identify opportunities to enhance the company's data solutions, leading to the development of new document offerings.
- Provided detailed insights and recommendations to the product team on RFP requirements, enabling them to submit more compelling and efficient proposals.
Operations Administrator
RS Connect
07.2017 - 08.2018
- Scheduled and coordinated over 500 customer appointments for field engineers, maintaining a 92% on-time service delivery rate.
- Compiled and delivered daily performance reports that enabled senior management to make data-driven decisions, leading to a 15% increase in operational efficiency.
- Investigated and resolved 85% of customer complaints, improving client satisfaction by 22%.
Receptionist
Robert Half Recruitment
12.2011 - 06.2012
- Served as the welcoming face of the company, providing exceptional front desk reception and customer service to all visitors and clients on a daily basis.
- Coordinated and prepared professional meeting spaces for all executive-level meetings, ensuring seamless gatherings through arranging catering and other logistics as needed.
- Provided high-level administrative support to senior management, including scheduling all of their appointments and managing extensive correspondence.
Consumer Law Advisor
Consumer Protection and Competition Commission
09.2009 - 10.2011
- Provided comprehensive guidance and advice to over 1,000 members of the Irish public on their consumer rights and entitlements.
- Launched 25 investigations into suspected consumer law violations, resulting in 18 successful escalations to regulatory divisions.
- Developed educational materials to directly inform consumers of their rights and provide guidance on how to proceed with future issues, based on insights gained from one-on-one consultations.
Education
Data Analytics Fundamentals -
ICDL Foundation
BA (Honours) - Legal Studies and Business
Waterford Institute of Technology
Skills
- Demonstrated aptitude for conducting comprehensive research and analysis
- Skilled at navigating complex information sources and systems to identify high-quality data that meets organisational needs
- Strong understanding of AML, KYC, and KYB requirements, gained through supporting clients' compliance workflows and working with corporate registry data critical to due diligence processes
- Strong understanding of global regulatory frameworks, including FATF standards, EU AML directives, UK's AML regime, and FinCEN
- Talent for building trust-based partnerships that enable the seamless integration of vendor data and solutions
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and Google Workspace
- Experienced in Power BI, Looker and Postman API
- Proficient in MIRO and Asana for project management and analysis
- Proficient in Azure DevOps and Agile methodologies, Confluence and JIRA
- Proficient in Userpilot for UX/UI enhancements
References
Available upon request.
Timeline
Data Sourcing Manager
OpenCorporates
09.2024 - Current
Product Analyst - Registry Data
Kyckr Ireland Limited
03.2021 - 07.2024
Information Services Consultant
Kyckr Ireland Limited
08.2018 - 03.2021
Operations Administrator
RS Connect
07.2017 - 08.2018
Receptionist
Robert Half Recruitment
12.2011 - 06.2012
Consumer Law Advisor
Consumer Protection and Competition Commission
09.2009 - 10.2011
Data Analytics Fundamentals -
ICDL Foundation
BA (Honours) - Legal Studies and Business
Waterford Institute of Technology
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