Ashweeni Nundoo
@ashweeninundoo
Compliance and AML specialist with governance, legal and funds expertise in financial services.
What I'm looking for
I am an experienced compliance and anti-money laundering professional with a legal background and governance qualifications, focused on funds, trusts and global business. I hold an ACAMS certification and GradCG membership while overseeing compliance for Mauritius and Cayman funds.
Throughout my career I have led implementation of global and local compliance frameworks, acted as MLRO and FSC-approved compliance officer, coordinated group integrations and managed day-to-day compliance operations including due diligence, client screening, transaction monitoring and regulatory liaison.
I bring hands-on company secretarial and legal experience from corporate and litigation roles, strong stakeholder engagement across jurisdictions, and a commitment to rigorous regulatory standards to support financial services teams and growth in the trusts and funds sector.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Director - Compliance
Vistra (Mauritius) Limited
May 2018 - Present (7 years 6 months)
Led local compliance function including implementation of global and local compliance frameworks, FSC-approved compliance officer duties, and coordination of group integration and acquisitions to strengthen regulatory adherence.
Money Laundering Reporting Officer
Vistra Alternative Investments (Mauritius) Limited
May 2018 - Present (7 years 6 months)
Serves as MLRO for a portfolio of Mauritius and Cayman funds, overseeing AML/CFT controls, client due diligence, transaction monitoring and regulatory liaison to ensure compliance with local and international standards.
Senior Compliance / Legal Officer
Vistra (Mauritius) Limited
Oct 2015 - May 2018 (2 years 7 months)
Managed day-to-day compliance and legal tasks including client screening, reviews, risk assessments, AML implementation and interaction with group offices and regulators to maintain operational compliance.
Compliance / Legal Officer
Vistra (Mauritius) Limited
Mar 2014 - Oct 2015 (1 year 7 months)
Performed compliance officer duties including due diligence, client reviews, implementation of compliance frameworks and routine company secretarial work to ensure regulatory and operational compliance.
Second Secretary
Ministry of Foreign Affairs, International Trade and Regiona
Dec 2013 - Feb 2014 (2 months)
Served in the ministry supporting diplomatic, trade and regional integration functions through policy support and administrative coordination during a short-term appointment.
Legal Assistant
Legal Practice of Mr Fazal Shipkolye
Aug 2009 - Feb 2014 (4 years 6 months)
Supported litigation and corporate matters by preparing case documents, liaising with attorneys, drafting legal documents and managing corporate filings and administrative processes.
Compliance Officer
Red Ivy (Mauritius) Ltd
Jul 2012 - Nov 2013 (1 year 4 months)
Performed day-to-day compliance tasks including client due diligence, annual reviews, risk assessments and liaison with the FSC to maintain regulatory compliance.
Corporate Assistant / Portfolio Manager
Red Ivy (Mauritius) Ltd
Mar 2012 - Jun 2012 (3 months)
Managed a portfolio of companies and trusts, handled company secretarial tasks, share transfers and migrations, and developed and implemented the firm's compliance framework.
Trainee (Legal & Enforcement)
Financial Services Commission
Jul 2010 - Dec 2011 (1 year 5 months)
Participated in regulatory training and supported legal and GB surveillance projects including court case management, drafting legislative amendments and beneficiary ownership reviews.
Trainee Administrator
DTOS Ltd
Jun 2009 - Jun 2009 (0 months)
Performed administrative support tasks during a traineeship, assisting with office operations and client-related documentation.
Accounting Trainee
IBL Transport Services
Jun 2008 - Jul 2008 (1 month)
Supported the accounting department with bookkeeping and basic accounting tasks during a short-term internship.
Trainee Fund Administrator
DTOS Ltd
Jun 2007 - Jul 2007 (1 month)
Gained practical experience in fund administration processes during a short-term traineeship, supporting operational tasks for fund clients.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
ACAMS
Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist, Anti-Money Laundering
2024 - 2024
Completed the ACAMS Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist certification in 2024.
The Chartered Governance Institute
Graduate Chartered Governance, Governance
2012 - 2021
Member (GradCG) of The Chartered Governance Institute with membership upgrade in process between 2012 and 2021.
University of London International Programmes
Bachelor of Laws (LLB) (Hons), Law
2009 - 2012
Grade: Second Class Lower
LLB (Hons) Qualifying Law Degree completed with Second Class Lower division from 2009 to 2012.
University of Mauritius
Bachelor of Science (Hons), Finance
2006 - 2009
Grade: Second Class First Division
BSc (Hons) in Finance completed with Second Class First Division from 2006 to 2009.
Queen Elizabeth College
Cambridge Higher School Certificate, Secondary Education
2005 - 2005
Activities and societies: President of the Health and Environment Club (2005)
Completed the Cambridge Higher School Certificate in 2005.
Queen Elizabeth College
Cambridge School Certificate, Secondary Education
2003 - 2003
Grade: Aggregate 7
Completed the Cambridge School Certificate in 2003 with an aggregate score of 7.
Alliance Française
Alliance Française Certification, French Language
2000 - 2000
Grade: Bien
Achieved Alliance Française language certification with mention 'Bien' in 2000.
Alliance Française
Alliance Française Certification, French Language
1999 - 1999
Grade: Très Bien
Achieved Alliance Française language certification with mention 'Très Bien' in 1999.
Nunkishore Saddul Government School
Certificate of Primary Education (CPE), Primary Education
1998 - 1998
Grade: Ranked 69 Nationally
Completed the Certificate of Primary Education (CPE) in 1998, ranked 69 at national level.
Alliance Française
Alliance Française Certification, French Language
1997 - 1997
Grade: Très Bien
Achieved Alliance Française language certification with mention 'Très Bien' in 1997.
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