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Ishitaa Bhoyro

@ishitaabhoyro

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Experienced Compliance Manager with a passion for risk management.

Bermuda

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for a role that fosters growth, values compliance, and encourages innovation in risk management.

I am an experienced Compliance Manager with a strong background in law, holding both an LLB and an LLM from reputable institutions. With over 5 years of combined experience in compliance roles, I have developed a solution-driven approach that emphasizes agility and passion for risk management. My expertise lies in streamlining processes to enhance value and efficiency within organizations.

Currently, I lead the Compliance Team at Appleby Global Services in Bermuda, where I am responsible for key compliance matters, including acting as the Compliance Officer and MLRO. I manage a team, oversee compliance reviews, and ensure adherence to AML laws. My commitment to continuous improvement has resulted in significant efficiencies, including the implementation of a Corporate Governance Framework and enhanced risk management practices.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Compliance Manager

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Appleby Global Services

May 2023 - Present (2 years 3 months)

Leads the Compliance Team for AGS Bermuda, managing BAU matters, reviewing new business proposals, and performing annual gap analysis of prudential & AML laws. Responsible for management & board reporting on risk and compliance, acting as the main contact for authorities and AML auditors.

Compliance Management AML Risk Management Corporate Governance Process Improvement Regulatory Reporting Team Leadership Internal Controls Training Development

Team Lead – Ongoing Monitoring

IDR Group

Jun 2022 - Mar 2023 (9 months)

Led the Ongoing Monitoring team, managing the service line and projects, including senior KYC reviews and sign-off of KYC Profiles. Responsible for managing the screening process for the entire Group and weekly management reporting on Ongoing Monitoring & Remediation Projects.

Monitoring KYC AML Risk Management Process Automation Team Leadership Client Management Business Development Regulatory Compliance Project Management

Team Lead

IDR Group

Jan 2022 - Jun 2022 (5 months)

Led a large-scale liquidation project for a big four firm in Cayman Islands, performing senior analyst duties and providing team training. Responsible for weekly metrics & reporting to management and clients, and streamlining & automating processes by working with developers.

Project Management Liquidation Automation Team Leadership Data Metrics Training Regulatory Compliance

Senior KYC Analyst

IDR Group

Oct 2021 - Dec 2021 (2 months)

Performed CDD reviews, screening & approval for individuals and various types of entities, in line with Guernsey & international AML/CFT laws. Ensured compliance with regulatory requirements and maintained accurate records.

CDD Reviews KYC AML CFT Screening Regulatory Compliance Due Diligence Financial Crime Risk Assessment Data Management Compliance Reporting

Compliance Executive

Temple Group

Jul 2021 - Oct 2021 (3 months)

Assisted clients in the financial services sector with screening, independent compliance searches & reports, and conducted on-site file reviews as an external AML auditor. Drafted detailed file review/screening reports, including observations, recommendations, and guidance to clients.

Regulatory Compliance Data Protection Gap Analysis Training Report Writing Financial Services

Assistant Corporate Administrator

Intercontinental Trust Limited

May 2019 - Jun 2021 (2 years 1 month)

Performed corporate secretarial duties for various Global Business Licence categories, Authorised Companies, International Trusts, and Domestic Companies. Duties included pre-incorporation compliance, incorporation of companies, liaison with authorities and banks, and ongoing monitoring.

Corporate Secretarial Duties KYC Company Incorporation Bank Transfers Compliance Monitoring Transaction Monitoring

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Risk and Insurance Management Society

RIMS-CRMP, Risk Management

2023 -

Certified Risk Management Professional by the Risk and Insurance Management Society. This certification demonstrates expertise in risk management principles and practices.

ACAMS

CAMS certification, Anti-Money Laundering

2024 -

Currently pursuing the CAMS certification by ACAMS, which focuses on anti-money laundering. This certification will enhance expertise in combating financial crime.

Open University of Mauritius

Masters in International Financial Crime Compliance, International Financial Crime Compliance

2024 - 2025

Planned to pursue a Masters in International Financial Crime Compliance at the Open University of Mauritius. This program will further specialize knowledge in financial crime prevention.

Financial Services Institute of Mauritius

International Graduate Diploma in Financial Crime Compliance (GDFCC), Financial Crime Compliance

2023 - 2024

Grade: Distinction

Completed a graduate diploma focusing on financial crime compliance, achieving a Distinction grade. This course is a competency standard requirement for Compliance Officers and MLROs as required by the Financial Services Commission of Mauritius.

University of South Wales

LLM Laws, Law

2020 - 2022

Grade: Merit

Obtained a Master of Laws degree from the University of South Wales, achieving a Merit grade. This advanced legal qualification deepened understanding of various legal principles.

University of Mauritius

LLB Hons, Law

2016 - 2019

Grade: Second Class Honors in the First Division (2:1)

Completed a Bachelor of Laws with Honors from the University of Mauritius, earning a Second Class Honors in the First Division (2:1). This degree provided a comprehensive foundation in legal studies.