Belinda O’Donovan

Belinda O’Donovan is a seasoned finance and compliance professional with extensive experience in data protection, anti-money laundering, and compliance monitoring. Currently serving as Data Protection Officer and AML Compliance Specialist - Team Manager at KBC Bank Ireland since July 2016, Belinda has played a pivotal role in transforming the bank's AML framework. Prior to this, work at Westpac as Group Audit Manager focused on providing independent evaluations of management controls over risk. Belinda's career began at KPMG Ireland, where engagement in significant audits and restructuring projects was undertaken. Belinda holds a professional ACA qualification from the Institute of Chartered Accountants Ireland and advanced degrees in Accounting and Commerce from the University of Galway.