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Cornel Oguike

Hull,United Kingdom

Summary

Accomplished professional with extensive expertise in private banking and high-net-worth relationship management. Demonstrates proficiency in credit risk analysis, lending proposition structuring, and regulatory compliance, including FCA, AML/KYC/CDD. Skilled in portfolio performance monitoring and profitability enhancement, with a strong focus on strategic leadership and coaching. Adept at commercial relationship management and cross-functional management, driving local market penetration and building introducer networks. Proficient in client lifecycle management using CRM tools such as Salesforce and Dynamics. Committed to operational risk management, cultural change, stakeholder engagement, and business transformation to achieve organisational goals.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Client Relationship Manager

Bujjen Projects Limited
Kingston
01.2024 - 07.2025
  • Led client onboarding for UK-based HNWIs, ensuring full FCA, AML/KYC, and CDD compliance; streamlined onboarding time by 20%.
  • Directed cross-functional team of analysts, acting as senior escalation point on regulatory and operational matters.
  • Developed and implemented portfolio monitoring tools, improving risk profiling accuracy and client transparency.
  • Increased client base by 30% through strategic networking with introducers and financial partners.
  • Collaborated with Risk, Product, and Legal to enhance due diligence protocols and eliminate compliance gaps.
  • Improved CRM data integrity, contributing to 15% increase in client satisfaction scores and retention rates.
  • Fostered client loyalty by maintaining regular contact, addressing concerns promptly.

Support Worker / Compliance Officer

Acorns Home
Hull
04.2023 - 12.2023
  • Performed operational audits and internal risk assessments, ensuring 100% compliance during external inspections.
  • Supported service transformation initiative that embedded governance KPIs into frontline operations.
  • Led interdepartmental reviews to align compliance documentation with statutory requirements.
  • Assured safety measures were met to prevent falls or accidents.
  • Conducted compliance audits to ensure adherence to regulations.
  • Maintained clear records of all compliance activities for audit purposes.
  • Reported on compliance performance to senior management.

Risk Control and Compliance Manager

Conc and Phils Consulting Company
Nigeria
10.2020 - 09.2022
  • Directed compliance strategy across investment and business banking portfolios targeting affluent clients.
  • Designed and led implementation of monitoring plans for high-risk portfolios, reducing compliance incidents by 35%.
  • Served as regulatory liaison, ensuring readiness for audits and leading internal control reviews.
  • Guided teams through regulatory change management and conducted compliance training workshops.
  • Ensured company policies were implemented and adhered to.

Client Relationship & Compliance Manager

Conc and Phils Consulting Company
Nigeria
02.2016 - 09.2020
  • Managed portfolio of HNW clients, delivering bespoke banking, lending and investment solutions.
  • Integrated AML/KYC processes and ensured regulatory alignment across client onboarding workflows.
  • Developed compliance dashboards and led quarterly reviews of client AUM and risk profiles.
  • Received ‘Advisor of the Year' for exceptional client service and compliance integrity.
  • Improved retention rates by 20% by implementing personalised service strategies.

Client Relationship Manager

Skye Bank Plc
Nigeria
06.2015 - 02.2016
  • Oversaw HNW/corporate client accounts across financial services and trading industries.
  • Achieved 35% client base growth through personalised lending strategies and client engagement.
  • Presented credit proposals that met 100% of risk and policy benchmarks.
  • Recognised as ‘Skye Bank Ambassador' for exemplary service and policy compliance.

Relationship Officer and Compliance Analyst

Mainstreet Bank Ltd
Nigeria
08.2011 - 06.2015
  • Handled AML/KYC compliance checks and ongoing client monitoring across business units.
  • Conducted financial analysis and managed risk reporting for diversified portfolios.
  • Improved onboarding experience through coordination between Credit, Legal, and Compliance teams.
  • Contributed to 25% increase in revenue via risk-conscious financial advice.

Relationship Officer

Afribank Nigeria Plc
Nigeria
08.2009 - 08.2011
  • Maintained comprehensive records of all interactions with clients for tracking progress.
  • Addressed potential problems proactively by closely monitoring customer accounts,.
  • Established rapport with clients to facilitate open communication lines.
  • Cultivated long-term relationships with customers through consistent follow-up and exceptional service delivery by 20%.
  • Maintained detailed knowledge of company offerings to recommend appropriate products to clients.
  • Reviewed client files to identify opportunities for cross selling.

Relationship Officer

Access Bank Plc
Nigeria
07.2007 - 05.2009
  • Negotiated deals with customers, resulting in mutual benefits.
  • Stayed updated on latest market trends for providing relevant advice to customers,.
  • Cultivated long-term relationships with customers through consistent follow-up and exceptional service delivery by 20%.
  • Managed high-value accounts, ensuring maximum client retention.
  • Maintained detailed knowledge of company offerings to recommend appropriate products to clients.

Education

MSc. - Business Management

University of Hull
Hull, Kingston upon Hull
10.2022 - 10.2023

Banking Certificate - Banking

Access Bank School of Banking Excellence
Lagos / Nigeria
02.2007 - 07.2007

B.Agric.Tech. - Animal Science & Technology

Federal University of Technology Owerri
Owerri / Nigeria
11.1999 - 10.2004

Skills

  • Private Banking & HNW Relationship Management
  • Credit Risk Analysis & Lending Proposition Structuring
  • Regulatory Compliance (FCA, AML/KYC/CDD)
  • Portfolio Performance Monitoring & Profitability
  • Strategic Leadership & Coaching
  • Commercial Relationship Management
  • Cross-functional Management
  • Local Market Penetration
  • Introducer Network Building
  • Client Lifecycle Management
  • CRM Tools (Salesforce, Dynamics)
  • Operational Risk
  • Cultural Change
  • Stakeholder Engagement
  • Business Transformation

Custom

Willing to pursue Level 4 Diploma in Regulated Financial Planning

Languages

English
Fluent

Accomplishments

Advisor of the Year – Conc and Phils Consulting (2019).

Skye Bank Ambassador – Skye Bank Plc (2015).

Affiliations

I enjoy reading financial journals and keeping up with global markets, which helps me stay commercially aware.

Outside of work, I have a passion for mentoring young professionals in business and finance. I also enjoy long-distance walking and exploring historic towns across the UK - it's my way of staying active and appreciating new perspectives.

Socially, I value meaningful conversations, which naturally feeds into my interest in relationship-building both professionally and personally.

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Client Relationship Manager

Bujjen Projects Limited
01.2024 - 07.2025

Support Worker / Compliance Officer

Acorns Home
04.2023 - 12.2023

MSc. - Business Management

University of Hull
10.2022 - 10.2023

Risk Control and Compliance Manager

Conc and Phils Consulting Company
10.2020 - 09.2022

Client Relationship & Compliance Manager

Conc and Phils Consulting Company
02.2016 - 09.2020

Client Relationship Manager

Skye Bank Plc
06.2015 - 02.2016

Relationship Officer and Compliance Analyst

Mainstreet Bank Ltd
08.2011 - 06.2015

Relationship Officer

Afribank Nigeria Plc
08.2009 - 08.2011

Relationship Officer

Access Bank Plc
07.2007 - 05.2009

Banking Certificate - Banking

Access Bank School of Banking Excellence
02.2007 - 07.2007

B.Agric.Tech. - Animal Science & Technology

Federal University of Technology Owerri
11.1999 - 10.2004
Cornel Oguike