Fanus Awellom
Manchester
Summary
Motivated and analytical finance professional currently completing an MSc in Sustainability , with over three years of experience in risk assessment, financial compliance, and underwriting. Proven ability to evaluate complex financial cases, ensure policy alignment, and integrate ESG principles into decision-making. Seeking to apply this analytical and regulatory background to roles in Mortgage Underwriting, Sustainable Finance, ESG Analysis, or Climate Risk, contributing to responsible lending and sustainability-led business transformation.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work history
Underwriter
Evolution Money
Manchester, United Kingdom
12.2021 - 11.2025
- Assessed and underwrote 2–4 loan applications daily, conducting detailed financial and risk analyses to ensure compliant, ethical lending decisions
- Identify and escalate potential fraud and financial crime issues in line with FCA guidelines.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with compliance and operations teams to align lending practices with company policy and emerging ESG considerations.
- Supported internal ESG initiatives focused on responsible lending and social impact.
- Maintained strict adherence to regulatory frameworks and data integrity.
Lead generator
Swift
Salford
03.2021 - 11.2021
- Conducted financial reviews to assess debt solutions and affordability.
- Analysed credit data and managed income and expenditure models for clients.
- Developed strong customer communication and analytical judgement skills essential for sustainable finance assessments.
Compliance
Trusted Mortgage Claims
Manchester
02.2020 - 02.2021
- Supervised and evaluated employee performance, providing construction feedback and identifying staff talent.
- Reported on compliance performance to senior management.
- Coordinated internal audits, improving regulatory compliance.
- Kept detailed records, ensuring compliance with regulations.
- Managed all necessary documentation for regulatory compliance.
Restaurant Manager
Holy Crépe
Kampala, Uganda
10.2017 - 09.2019
- Oversaw daily restaurant operations to achieve food and beverage revenue targets and maintain profit margins of up to 15–20% above forecast
- Supervised and supported a team of 10–15 front and back-of-house staff, providing weekly training sessions in food service standards, health, and safety compliance.
- Managed payroll and prepared monthly sales and revenue reports, tracking performance against business KPIs and identifying areas for improvement.
- Recruited, trained, and developed new team members to deliver exceptional customer service, contributing to a consistent customer satisfaction score of 90%+ on feedback platforms.
Education
MSc - Sustainability
Cranfield University
Cranfield 09/2024 -
Bachelor of Arts - English Literature and Linguistics
College Adi-Keih Social Science and Arts
Eritrea CEMAP 1 - CEMAP
LIBF
ManchesterSkills
- Loan Underwriting & Risk Analysis
- Regulatory Compliance & Governance
- Stakeholder Communication
- Data Interpretation & Decision-Making
- CeMAP 1 Qualified
- Strong Excel & Analytical Skills
- ESG and Sustainability Reporting (academic & practical exposure)
- Experience with ISO 14001
Certification
This is to certify that Fanus Awellom has completed a study entitled CeMAP Module 2 – Mortgages CeMAP Module 3 – Assessment of Mortgage Advice Meeting all learning objectives and fulfilling all assessment tasks to the standard stipulated Date: 2021-07-09 Peter Lingley Academic Director, Simply Academy Ltd
Affiliations
- Passionate about integrating sustainability into finance and lending practices
- Actively pursuing CFA Certificate in ESG Investing (planned)
Timeline
Underwriter
Evolution Money
12.2021 - 11.2025
Lead generator
Swift
03.2021 - 11.2021
Compliance
Trusted Mortgage Claims
02.2020 - 02.2021
Restaurant Manager
Holy Crépe
10.2017 - 09.2019
MSc - Sustainability
Cranfield University
09/2024 -
Bachelor of Arts - English Literature and Linguistics
College Adi-Keih Social Science and Arts
CEMAP 1 - CEMAP
LIBF