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Huda Bhatti

Huda Bhatti

London,UAE

Summary

Accomplished professional with expertise in strategic leadership and business transformation, specialising in stakeholder engagement and change management. Demonstrates a strong ability to drive process improvement and implement effective solutions, ensuring policy and regulatory compliance. Proficient in risk management, data analytics, and transaction monitoring platforms, with a robust background in law enforcement and AML/KYC/CDD/EDD practices. Committed to leveraging analytical problem-solving skills to enhance legislative compliance and evidence collection. Aspires to continue advancing within the field of regulatory compliance, contributing to organisational success through innovative strategies.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work history

Assistant Vice President - Compliance & Monitoring

Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation
London
05.2025 - Current
  • Conduct compliance monitoring reviews, including scoping, testing, documentation, and reporting in line with FCA and internal procedures.
  • Communicate findings and risks to stakeholders, ensuring timely escalation and effective issue resolution.
  • Track and follow up on action plans, ensuring completion within deadlines and providing robust closure evidence.
  • Support the Head of Compliance Monitoring with ad hoc tasks, management information, and departmental projects.
  • Maintain strong knowledge of the FCA Handbook, regulatory developments, and business operations.

Management Consultant - Senior Consultant

Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation
11.2023 - 12.2024
  • Transitioned 95% of customer base to a new legal entity, ensuring regulatory compliance.
  • Designed communication strategies that boosted client onboarding efficiency by 30%.
  • Improved project oversight through a master tracker system adopted organisation-wide.
  • Led Fixed Income, DPG, DCM, M&A, and Equities outreach to transition clients to the new legal entity.
  • Supported onboarding, KYC, and due diligence for a seamless client transition.
  • Acted as primary contact for trading desks, relationship managers, and urgent client inquiries.
  • Monitored live client queries, assisting relationship managers with resolutions.
  • Delivered weekly MI reports for steering committee and board assessments.
  • Implemented client communication strategies and operational readiness processes for 2024.
  • Managed data inputs and maintained the central master tracker for oversight.
  • Implemented new technology systems for streamlined operations.

Management Consultant - Consultant - PM

Capco/ HSBC
10.2021 - 06.2023
  • Achieved 100% compliance with FCA Consumer Duty regulations, boosting customer satisfaction scores.
  • Integrated GDPR compliance measures, increasing trust ratings by 15%.
  • Reduced risk exposure by 20% through proactive legislative horizon scanning.
  • Conducted gap analysis to ensure regulatory adherence and improve customer satisfaction.
  • Led change management strategies to enable seamless transitions and strengthen competitive positioning.
  • Monitored legislative changes, implementing adjustments to maintain compliance and reduce risks.
  • Conducted market trend analysis to anticipate regulatory shifts and adjust strategies proactively.
  • Built strong stakeholder relationships, ensuring clear communication on regulatory updates.
  • Introduced workflow optimizations that reduced compliance risks and enhanced team productivity.
  • Managed project initiatives and BAU monitoring to ensure consistent compliance and operational efficiency.

Financial Crime Specialist

British Transport Police
09.2020 - 09.2021
  • Conducted complex fraud investigations, ensuring regulatory compliance.
  • Trained and onboarded junior Fin Crime Specialists, fostering skill development.
  • Enhanced case management processes to improve efficiency and accuracy.
  • Reviewed and submitted SARs to the NCA, supporting national security initiatives.
  • Demonstrated expertise in KYC processes and AML regulations.
  • Identified legislative changes, enabling timely regulatory adjustments.
  • Streamlined transaction monitoring procedures, reducing financial risks.

Evidence Review Officer

British Transport Police
07.2017 - 09.2020
  • Managed live charge-in-custody cases, CPS Charging, and Summons across the UK.
  • Ensured compliance with the Proceeds of Crime Act and Criminal Justice standards.
  • Led and motivated team members, fostering collaboration and cohesion.
  • Played a key role in decision-making and resolving internal conflicts.
  • Facilitated IDPC processes, ensuring adherence to legal protocols.
  • Spearheaded evidence reviews and streamlined case management.
  • Oversaw transaction monitoring, maintaining regulatory compliance.

Education

MSc Criminology -

Birkbeck College
London

BSc Criminology -

City University
London

Financial Crime Prevention -

ICA
London

Skills

  • Strategic Leadership
  • Business Transformation
  • Stakeholder Engagement
  • Change Management
  • Process Improvement
  • Solution Implementation
  • Risk Management
  • Data Analytics
  • Transaction Monitoring Platforms
  • Evidence Collection and Evaluation
  • Analytical Problem Solving
  • Law Enforcement
  • KYC/CDD/EDD
  • Transaction Monitoring
  • Policy and Regulatory Compliance

Languages

English
Arabic

Timeline

Assistant Vice President - Compliance & Monitoring

Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation
05.2025 - Current

Management Consultant - Senior Consultant

Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation
11.2023 - 12.2024

Management Consultant - Consultant - PM

Capco/ HSBC
10.2021 - 06.2023

Financial Crime Specialist

British Transport Police
09.2020 - 09.2021

Evidence Review Officer

British Transport Police
07.2017 - 09.2020

MSc Criminology -

Birkbeck College

BSc Criminology -

City University

Financial Crime Prevention -

ICA

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