Hamzah Ehsan
London,UK
Summary
Detail-oriented KYC Analyst experience in Customer Due Diligence, Anti-money Laundering (AML), and Compliance. Proven ability to conduct comprehensive investigations, analyse financial data, and ensure adherence to regulatory requirements. Currently working in the Compliance department at Haynes and Boone CDG LLP conducting Due Diligence and ensuring client information is compliant with UK money Laundering Regulations. Skilled in identifying potential risks, maintaining accurate records, and delivering actionable insights to enhance organisational compliance and risk management.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work history
AML Assistant
Haynes and Boone CDG LLP
London
2026.04 - Current
- Performing, collecting, and organizing client due diligence (CDD) on new matters and ensuring the Anti Money Laundering (AML) forms are complete.
- Performing company searches and liaising with matter teams in relation to CDD required.
- Screening clients and matter parties and applying enhanced due diligence where appropriate.
- Supporting fee earners in ensuring that all new clients and new matters opened comply with the firm’s AML and CDD policies and procedures.
- Conducting ongoing enhanced and Politically Exposed Person (PEP) and high-risk jurisdiction monitoring.
- Conducting ongoing monitoring of matters in line with the Firm’s ongoing monitoring procedures.
- Quality checking data being submitted to the database and cross- checking engagement
letters information with the new matter form.
Accredited KYC Analyst
Barclaycard, Barclays
2024.05 - 2026.03
- Supported periodic and trigger-based KYC refresh initiatives on existing corporate clients by processing and quality checking data, which ensured compliance with regulatory standards.
- Analyst within the issuing department responsible for provisioning corporate credit cards to business clients, enabling them to make purchases as part of their business operations.
- Conducted thorough Due Diligence and KYC assessments for Corporate Accounts, in line with global KYC procedures and UK MLRs. Verifying client data using internal systems and independent sources.
- Made final decisions on closures and extensions of client accounts based on KYC procedures and AML adherence.
- Monitor and verify client information for potential AML/KYC red flags and discrepancies, escalating concerns in compliance with MLRs and internal policies.
- Identified and resolved discrepancies in accounts not meeting KYC policies, enhancing data integrity and compliance, which contributed to overall regulatory standing.
- Involved in the final decision making process at the end of review cycles, ensuring each client journey adheres to fair judgment and regulatory standards.
- Led continuous process improvements in KYC workflows and reporting, optimising compliance and operational efficiency, which resulted in efficient operations.
- Liaise with client shareholders, relationship managers, front office and compliance team to gather CDD information and ensure timely completion of periodic reviews.
- Trained junior analysts on KYC best practices and compliance requirements, helping elevate the team's overall performance and ensuring a consistent understanding of regulatory expectations.
- Acted as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) for the Salesforce platform, providing training to peers and enhancing overall team proficiency in the system.
Risk, Reliance and Compliance Consultant
FDM Group
2024.03 - 2026.03
- Lead risk assessment projects, identifying potential risks and developing risk mitigation plans
- Developed risk management frameworks and compliance strategies to align with industry standards and regulations.
- Analysed financial data, working with various trading systems and models, and handling trade and transaction reporting, mapping, derivatives, and reconciliation.
- Designed risk management frameworks and compliance strategies to align with industry standards and regulations in simulated environments
- Developed advanced knowledge and skills in AML and CTF, focusing on their critical role in managing organisational risk and ensuring regulatory compliance
- Upskilled skills related to regulatory requirements and industry standards for AML and CTF, including guidelines from FATF, OFAC, and local regulatory bodies.
Education
Postgraduate Certificate - Digital Marketing and Data Analytics
2021.01 - 2022.01
Bachelor of Science - Economics and Finance
University of Winchester
2018.01 - 2021.01
Skills
- Proficient in KYC/AML software and tools
- Dun & Bradstreet, TSYS (TS2), Salesforce, Microsoft Suite, NetDocuments
- Strong understanding of AML and other financial crime regulatory requirements
- Proven people leadership skills
Timeline
AML Assistant
Haynes and Boone CDG LLP
2026.04 - Current
Accredited KYC Analyst
Barclaycard, Barclays
2024.05 - 2026.03
Risk, Reliance and Compliance Consultant
FDM Group
2024.03 - 2026.03
Postgraduate Certificate - Digital Marketing and Data Analytics
2021.01 - 2022.01
Bachelor of Science - Economics and Finance
University of Winchester
2018.01 - 2021.01