Nkem Anthony
Swords
Summary
Well-organized and detail-oriented Compliance Officer with key experience in environments. Knowledgeable about overseeing agreements, enforcing policies and optimizing procedures for dynamic requirements. Focused on maintaining consistence, quality, and compliance in all areas.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
AML-KYC Officer
United Bank of Africa
Remotely, Dublin
03.2023 - Current
- Conducted AML-KYC investigations, analyzing customer accounts, transactions, and documentation to identify potential money laundering or fraudulent activities.
- Evaluated customer profiles against regulatory requirements, internal policies, and risk assessment frameworks.
- Implemented risk mitigation measures, such as enhanced due diligence and suspicious activity reporting.
- Developed and executed remediation plans to address compliance gaps.
- Maintained comprehensive documentation of investigations and prepared reports for management and regulatory bodies.
- Collaborated with internal teams to implement AML-KYC best practice
- Managed customer file remediation, updating records and re-verifying identities as necessary.
- Identified areas for process enhancement and automation.
- Performed due diligence reviews of customer data to ensure compliance with KYC regulations.
- Advised clients on how to comply with applicable KYC laws and regulations.
- Conducted regular audits of customer files to verify accuracy of documentation.
- Reviewed and verified customer identity documents, such as passports and driver's licenses.
- Collaborated with other departments to ensure that all customer information is accurate and up-to-date.
- Participated in industry forums discussing emerging trends in the field of anti-money laundering regulation.
- Tracked changes in the regulatory environment related to KYC standards and advised management accordingly.
- Monitored transactions for suspicious activities and reported any irregularities to the relevant authorities.
AML/KYC Analyst, Middle Office
UBA Capital (Europe) Limited
London, England
12.2019 - 10.2022
- Adjusted KYC processes to align with workforce capabilities.
- Partnered with client-facing teams to collect legal documents for regulatory and internal policy compliance.
- Conducted periodic reviews and reports on merchants to ensure KYC compliance.
- Determined customer risk ratings based on analysis and research.
- Supported KYC processes for prospective and existing customers, including enhanced due diligence for high-risk clients.
- Analyzed and investigated clients for detailed customer due diligence.
- Facilitated communication with the onboarding team for information and documentation gathering.
- Verified customer identity using public records, financial databases, and other resources.
- Monitored accounts for changes in activity that could indicate fraud or suspicious behavior.
- Ensured that all AML and KYC policies are properly implemented across the organization.
- Maintained accurate records of all KYC documentation and analysis results.
AML Compliance Analyst
GE Capital
London, England
02.2016 - 08.2019
- Evaluated applications and documentation to determine eligibility and compliance.
- Handled customer inquiries and ensured timely resolution of queries.
- Supported KYC/Due Diligence reviews and conducted client screening and research.
- Provided support for sanctions-related programs and monitored business risk.
- Conducted end-to-end enhanced due diligence for high-risk clients and provided guidance on KYC requirements.
- Performed periodic reviews of accounts for Special Category Customers and conducted screenings for PEPs, sanctions, and adverse media.
- Investigated complex cases involving financial fraud or other criminal activities related to money laundering schemes.
- Developed policies and procedures for AML compliance processes.
- Analyzed transactional data using advanced analytics tools to identify patterns indicative of potential money laundering activities.
- Conducted periodic audits of internal systems used for monitoring suspicious transactions.
- Performed regular reviews of customer accounts for any unusual or suspicious activity.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Food Sciences And Technology
ESUT
ENUGU 09-2012
Skills
- Research capabilities
- Document Verification
- Compliance Reporting
- Regulatory knowledge
- Due diligence
- Risk Management
- Proficient in customer risk assessment and adverse media searches
- Strong time management skills
- Expertise in reviewing red flags/alerts and understanding ownership structures
- Knowledgeable about the implications of PEPs/SDN on organizational risk and due diligence
- Skilled in investigating high-risk clients, including PEPs and money service businesses
Timeline
AML-KYC Officer
United Bank of Africa
03.2023 - Current
AML/KYC Analyst, Middle Office
UBA Capital (Europe) Limited
12.2019 - 10.2022
AML Compliance Analyst
GE Capital
02.2016 - 08.2019
Bachelor of Science - Food Sciences And Technology
ESUT
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