Adeolu Ogundipe

Identified suspicious activities by analyzing transactional and customer records, external data, and publicly available information. Conducted in-depth transactional reviews of customer funds, ensuring unusual transactions were questioned and reported as necessary. Performed thorough identification and verification for individual and corporate customers, understanding their business interests and

Supported the query chart group in reviewing L2 queries, ensuring all necessary alternative mitigating measures were taken before escalation. Conducted advisory reviews to assess and mitigate sanctions risk during client onboarding, periodic, or event-driven reviews. Reviewed automated screening tool results to promptly address positive matches against sanctions and PEPs lists.

Reviewed and assessed client KYC policies, identifying areas for improvement in consistency and interpretation. Conducted root cause analysis of KYC knowledge gaps within the production team and proposed action plans to address them. Provided constructive feedback and advice to analysts based on guidance and procedures, acting as a Subject Matter Expert on compliance-related queries.

Identified suspicious or unusual activity using transactional and customer records, external data, and publicly available information. Conducted in-depth transactional reviews of customer funds, ensuring unusual transactions were questioned and reported. Performed detailed analyses to detect patterns, trends, anomalies, and schemes in transactions and relationships across multiple businesses/produ

Collaborated with Relationship Managers and Senior Business Officers to obtain missing information for client applications and account reviews. Created and maintained accurate KYC profiles on internal systems, ensuring all supporting documentation adhered to global and regulatory requirements. Investigated potential financial crime monitoring alerts from payment and client screening systems.

Managed multiple priorities and deadlines concerning the review of high-risk clients. Summarized structures and controls, identifying and verifying ultimate beneficial owners and performing Enhanced Due Diligence for high-risk clients. Conducted research on clients and connected parties, including investigating negative news.

Ensured sufficient information was gathered about respondent banks in correspondent banking relationships to meet regulatory requirements. Scrutinized complex or unusual large transactions to identify their economic and legal purpose in Nostro and Vostro accounts. Reviewed all required AML/KYC regulatory requirements for clients and analyzed unusual transactions based on customer profiles.

Conducted enhanced due diligence reviews on higher-risk clients, analyzing source of wealth, beneficial ownership, and other risk-relevant information. Performed risk assessments through investigative internal research using various internet and third-party sources. Liaised with external third-party vendors to undertake enhanced due diligence and background analysis of prospective/existing clients

Grade: Distinction

Completed a Master of Science degree with Distinction, specializing in International Business and Enterprise. Focused on global business strategies, entrepreneurial ventures, and cross-cultural management. Gained in-depth knowledge of international markets and enterprise management.

Pursued a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration, covering core business principles and management practices. Developed foundational skills in organizational behavior, finance, and marketing. Engaged in comprehensive studies of business operations and economic environments.