Grace Ijomanta
Head of Compliance
Clonard Co Meath
Summary
A results-driven compliance and risk management leader with over 15 years of experience in regulatory compliance, AML, and governance. Proven track record in leading compliance functions, driving operational efficiency, and fostering a culture of risk and compliance awareness. Adept at liaising with regulatory bodies, managing high-performing teams, and implementing robust compliance frameworks. Recognized for attention to detail, strategic thinking, and the ability to navigate complex regulatory landscapes.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications
Work History
Head of Compliance & Risk and AMLRO
Humms Group Ireland
06.2023 - 05.2024
- Supported the Board and ExCo to implement and maintain best-practices, governance arrangements and regulatory compliance matters
- Established and implemented compliance and risk management frameworks across the Irish business
- Acted as the main point of contact with Irish regulators for compliance and Data Protection Matters
- Ensured adherence to the Central Bank of Ireland regulatory adherence to the fitness and P=probity regime
- Coordinated regulatory examinations and managed regulator meetings
- Designed and delivered regulatory compliance training modules across the Irish business
- Undertook compliance monitoring and assurance activities to validate compliance
- Embedded a positive culture of informed risk taking and compliance through, communication and coaching
- Maintained and updated policies, risk and compliance methodologies, strategies and processes in line with regulatory changes
- Managed breach reporting and remediation processes
- Proactively tracked legislative and regulatory changes that may impact the business
- Oversaw compliance with regulatory requirement of the Central Bank of Ireland in ensuring compliance with (Individual Accountability Framework IAF, Senior Executive Accountability Regime SEAR)
- Coordinated and managed regulators meetings.
- Managed and provided oversight of the risk registers.
- Proactive tracking of the external legislative and regulatory environment ot ensure that the business remains compliant through early identification of regulatory focus areas and proactively, responds to relevant legislative or regulatory changes.
Regulatory Compliance – Compliance Advisory Lead
Ulster Bank
08.2018 - 04.2023
- Led a high-performing team of compliance consultants
- Provided oversight and guidance on new regulatory changes
- Assist in the investigation and resolution of compliance related incidents
- Provided guidance and support to the business and internal stakeholders on compliance and risk related matters
- Developed and delivered training programme to educate employees on the compliance and risk requirements
- Identify potential compliance and risk issues and develop mitigating strategies
- Embedded compliance risk policies across the bank and ensured adherence to regulatory requirements
- Supported EU and UK regulatory implementation and conducted gap analyses
- Monitored and updated emerging regulatory changes that may impact management and the organisation
- Provided support to the wider risk and compliance function providing advice on regulatory compliance, financial crime and governance matters
- Represented Compliance on projects working groups and steering committees as required, identifying any associated risks and promoting the adoption of appropriate processes and creating an awareness of risk and compliance requirements
- Provided support to the wider bank on compliance functions by providing advice on regulatory compliance and risk management issues.
- Prepared compliance report for the exco and board meetings on regulatory compliance and risk issues.
Mortgage Analyst – Customer Maintenance Team
Ulster Bank
08.2015 - 08.2017
- Conducted AML checks and managed the CPC Errors Log
- Prepared reports for the Central Bank of Ireland on errors log that are outside the aging limit.
- Represented the team at Local Risk Board Meetings ensuring that all the emerging risks within the business unit is adequately higlighte at the risk committee meetings
Project Analyst – Interest Only Project Team
Ulster Bank
01.2012 - 01.2015
- Analysed mortgage accounts for compliance with CBI requirements and supported continuous process improvement
Deputy Team Leader – Payment Team
Ulster Bank
01.2009 - 01.2012
- Managed escalations, maintained business continuity, and ensured high team performance
Customer Service Advisor – Payment and Redemptions Teams
Ulster Bank
01.2006 - 01.2009
- Processed payments in line with AML requirements and acted as the key contact for Internal and external stakeholders
- Main contact person both to external stakeholders and branches on the processing of the redemption of mortgages and capital reduction payments
Education
MSc - Compliance
University College Dublin/Institute of Banking
MSc - International Financial Services
University College Dublin
Graduate Diploma - International Financial Services
University College Dublin/Institute of Banking
Professional Diploma - Financial Advice (QFA)
University College Dublin/Institute of Banking
Barrister at Law (B.L) - undefined
Nigerian Law School
Bachelor of Law (L.L.B) - undefined
University of Nigeria
Skills
Regulatory Compliance
Risk Management
AML and Fraud Prevention
Strategic Planning
Stakeholder Management
Leadership and Team Management
Project Management
Policy Development and Implementation
Regulatory Reporting
Effective communication
Attention to details
Proficient in word, Powerpoint and Excel
Certification
Chartered Banker (CB), Institute of Banking Ireland
Accomplishments
- Successfully implemented a compliance framework, reducing compliance breaches by 40%.
- Developed training programs that improved regulatory awareness by 30%.
- Led regulatory examinations with no major findings, enhancing organizational reputation.
- Implemented risk management strategies to mitigate potential losses.
Affiliations
- The Institute of Bankers
- The Compliance Institute of Ireland
Timeline
Head of Compliance & Risk and AMLRO
Humms Group Ireland
06.2023 - 05.2024
Regulatory Compliance – Compliance Advisory Lead
Ulster Bank
08.2018 - 04.2023
Mortgage Analyst – Customer Maintenance Team
Ulster Bank
08.2015 - 08.2017
Project Analyst – Interest Only Project Team
Ulster Bank
01.2012 - 01.2015
Deputy Team Leader – Payment Team
Ulster Bank
01.2009 - 01.2012
Customer Service Advisor – Payment and Redemptions Teams
Ulster Bank
01.2006 - 01.2009
MSc - International Financial Services
University College Dublin
Graduate Diploma - International Financial Services
University College Dublin/Institute of Banking
Professional Diploma - Financial Advice (QFA)
University College Dublin/Institute of Banking
Barrister at Law (B.L) - undefined
Nigerian Law School
Bachelor of Law (L.L.B) - undefined
University of Nigeria
MSc - Compliance
University College Dublin/Institute of Banking