Farzam Maleki

Conducted identity verification, AML, PEPs, and sanctions checks for new and existing clients. Performed conflict searches, identifying and resolving legal and commercial conflicts of interest.

Conducted comprehensive risk assessments during client onboarding processes, ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements and compliance standards. Collaborated with cross-functional teams to streamline onboarding procedures and identified potential risks, proposing mitigation strategies.

Proficiently used client onboarding and file management software such as Intapp, iManage, and HighQ. Assisted Risk and Compliance Officers and Managers in their daily tasks and projects.

Assisted consultants with the client onboarding process and solicitors and case handlers in the estate administration process. Dealt with queries and calls from clients and companies, ensuring GDPR compliance.

Assisted clients with legal enquiries and conducted interviews to obtain information for complaints, determining appropriate advice methods. Managed own caseload from pre-issue to conclusion, accurately recording information on Clio.

Translated letters and interpreted in face-to-face meetings between experts and refugees/asylum seekers from English to Farsi and Farsi to English. Supported a charity assisting asylum seekers and refugees.

Managed a range of confidential records, processes, and documents, coordinating logistics and document preparation for court proceedings. Improved the organization and security of both paper and computerized files.

Ensured a high level of customer service, handling customer queries patiently and efficiently while addressing complaints. Completed transactions at the checkout using effective sales techniques.

Grade: First Class

Completed a Bachelor of Laws degree, achieving a First Class classification. Focused on core legal principles and practices.

Pursued a Bachelor's degree specializing in civil law. Gained foundational knowledge in legal frameworks and civil jurisprudence.