Mehdi Bouhnid
Leighton Buzzard,Bedfordshire
Summary
Financial services professional specialising in specialist mortgages, with over 3 years’ experience advising clients and managing cases end-to-end in FCA-regulated environments. Alongside my advisory work, I also carry out AML, KYC, and Due Diligence checks on clients, IFAs, partners, lenders, and colleagues — ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and safeguarding the business against financial crime risks. CeMAP and CAS certified, with a strong background in sales and customer service, I bring both commercial awareness and an investigative mindset. Multilingual, ambitious, and detail-focused, I am now looking to transition into a Financial Crime Analyst role where I can apply my compliance and analytical skills more directly.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
2002
2002
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Mortgage advisor
The Loans Engine
Watford, Hertfordshire
07.2022 - Current
- Fully qualified Mortgage Advisor (CeMAP and CAS certified), specialising in complex lending including 1st, 2nd, and occasional 3rd charge mortgages.
- Advised on both regulated mortgages and unregulated Buy-to-Let (BTL) products, ensuring suitable recommendations tailored to client needs.
- Managed a wide range of cases, including debt consolidation, home improvements, and BTL purchases/remortgages, delivering smooth end-to-end service.
- Built strong client relationships, balancing commercial awareness with a high level of customer care and regulatory compliance.
- Applied AML, KYC, and Due Diligence procedures as part of the onboarding and monitoring process, reviewing documents, verifying information, and escalating risks where required.
Sales Executive
Steven Eagell Toyota
Watford, Hertfordshire
05.2019 - 06.2022
- Guided clients through the process of obtaining finance and insurance products, ensuring accurate documentation, affordability checks, and regulatory compliance requirements were met.
- Assessed customer needs and circumstances, recommending suitable financial solutions while maintaining transparency and trust.
- Expanded the customer base through multiple channels (prospecting, walk-ins, and online enquiries such as Carwow), strengthening the branch’s overall performance.
- Consistently achieved and exceeded performance targets, including 12% above target in Q1 2022, while maintaining a 100% customer satisfaction and recommendation score.
- Built and sustained strong client relationships by delivering tailored solutions and providing ongoing support post-completion.
- Achieved prize for sales results within top 9% of 325 sales executives across the company over the last 6 months period.
Sales Executive
Cotswold Outdoor
City of London
02.2017 - 03.2019
- Provided in-depth, technical advice to customers preparing for challenging outdoor activities, assessing their needs and recommending appropriate solutions.
- Delivered a high level of customer service in a fast-paced, client-facing environment, building trust and long-term relationships.
- Maintained product knowledge to ensure accurate guidance and support, helping customers make informed decisions
Sales Executive
BMW Smeia
Casablanca
10.2014 - 11.2016
- Progressed from Sales Representative to Senior Client Advisor, leveraging technical knowledge and client management skills to drive performance across new and pre-owned vehicles.
- Managed a portfolio of 100+ clients, providing personalised guidance and maintaining long-term relationships.
- Consistently achieved targets, reaching 100% of sales goals in 10 out of 12 months.
Education
ICA Certificate in Anti Money Laundering - Finance
International Compliance Association
United Kingdom 09.2025 -
CeMAP - Finance
London Institute of Banking & Finance
United Kingdom 05.2022 - 08.2022
Higher National Diploma - Sales Technician and Business
University Al-Khawarizmi
Baccalaureate - Science and Technology
High School of technology
MoroccoSkills
- AML, KYC & Due Diligence awareness
- Client relationship management
- Financial assessment & advisory
- Investigative & analytical mindset
- Communication & stakeholder liaison
- Problem solving & initiative
- Time management & organisation
- Quick learner & adaptable
Timeline
ICA Certificate in Anti Money Laundering - Finance
International Compliance Association
09.2025 -
Mortgage advisor
The Loans Engine
07.2022 - Current
CeMAP - Finance
London Institute of Banking & Finance
05.2022 - 08.2022
Sales Executive
Steven Eagell Toyota
05.2019 - 06.2022
Sales Executive
Cotswold Outdoor
02.2017 - 03.2019
Sales Executive
BMW Smeia
10.2014 - 11.2016
Higher National Diploma - Sales Technician and Business
University Al-Khawarizmi
Baccalaureate - Science and Technology
High School of technology
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