GABRIEL Emmanuel
@gabrielemmanuel
Experienced Compliance and Financial Crimes Analyst with AML expertise.
NigeriaWhat I'm looking for
I am an experienced Compliance and Financial Crimes Analyst with over two years of expertise in AML compliance, transaction monitoring, KYC, and regulatory compliance. I am adept at onboarding due diligence, risk management, and customer lifecycle management, with a strong grasp of AML/CTF/CPF frameworks. My commitment to upholding financial integrity and security in the digital payment ecosystem drives my professional endeavors.
Throughout my career, I have achieved significant milestones, including maintaining zero sanctions for AML/CTF/CPF compliance processes for FY2023 and 2024. I supported a cybersecurity audit of third-party payment partners, resulting in a 90% closure rate of non-compliance issues. Additionally, I have a 100% error-free filing rate for Suspicious Transaction Reports (STRs) and have successfully conducted Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD) for over 230 merchants, ensuring compliance with MasterCard Payment Gateway System standards.
My experience at Wema Bank and Alat has allowed me to handle end-to-end merchant onboarding and KYC periodic reviews, contributing to a 30% improvement in customer acquisition while ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. I am passionate about training compliance professionals on emerging trends, enhancing organizational capabilities in the ever-evolving landscape of financial compliance.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Merchant Onboarding Analyst
Wema Bank
Dec 2024 - Present (6 months)
Handled end-to-end merchant onboarding and KYC periodic reviews for over 500 merchants, ensuring compliance with internal policies and global regulatory standards. Conducted sanction and adverse media screenings for onboarding merchants and leveraged OSINT tools for ongoing monitoring of existing merchants to proactively mitigate reputational and regulatory risks.
AML & Compliance Analyst
Wema Bank
Jan 2024 - Present (1 year 5 months)
Conducted EDD and underwriting reviews for 230+ merchants and fintech partners, leveraging the bank’s MasterCard Payment Gateway Service (MPGS) and Virtual Account Service (VAS), ensuring regulatory compliance. Utilized tools like Brighterion and G2RiskSolutions to monitor transactions for anomalies, transaction laundering, and fraud.
Transaction Monitoring and Fraud Investigation Analyst
Wema Bank
Dec 2022 - Present (2 years 6 months)
Successfully led end-to-end investigations into suspicious transactions across retail and digital banking channels, identifying fraud patterns that resulted in the prevention of over ₦150 million in potential losses for the bank. Investigated and submitted suspicious activity reports (SARs) to the NFIU within mandated timelines, ensuring 100% regulatory compliance and timely risk response.
Virtual Assistant
Shottama Green Energy
Jan 2021 - Present (4 years 5 months)
Prepared reports and regulatory documentation while ensuring financial compliance. Maintained accurate records of expenses and correspondence.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
University of Ilorin
Bachelor of Science, Agriculture
Grade: Second Class Upper
Studied Agriculture at the University of Ilorin, Nigeria, graduating with Second Class Upper honors. Gained a strong foundation in agricultural sciences.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
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