Ivy Kwamboka
@ivykwamboka
Senior Financial Crime Advisory professional specializing in AML/CFT, fraud investigations, and regulatory compliance.
KenyaWhat I'm looking for
I am a results-driven Senior Associate in Financial Crime Advisory with over three years of experience at PricewaterhouseCoopers, specializing in AML/CFT, fraud investigations, forensic accounting, and regulatory compliance. I have led and managed high-profile advisory projects across East Africa, developed and delivered AML/CFT training for senior management and boards, and driven business development efforts for major stakeholders.
I combine strong legal research, data analysis, and project management skills with practical litigation support experience gained in law firms and the judiciary. I am passionate about combating financial crime and delivering actionable, client-focused solutions that strengthen controls, mitigate risk, and support strategic growth.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
PRLeading and managing 10+ high-profile financial crime advisory projects across East Africa, delivering AML/CFT, ABAC and fraud investigation recommendations and achieving 95% client satisfaction through actionable reports and training programs.
Pupillage Intern
Moka Advocates
Jun 2024 - Sep 2024 (3 months)
Assisted in drafting pleadings, affidavits and legal opinions, conducted in-depth legal research and supported case file management and trial preparation under supervision of senior advocates.
PRSupported AML/CFT reviews, fraud risk assessments and forensic investigations, conducted procurement and governance assessments for global NGOs and contributed to training and business development materials.
PRConducted legal research and drafted opinions, commercial agreements and advisory notes to support financial crime and compliance projects and delivered client workshops on regulatory developments.
Legal Intern
Judiciary Nakuru
Feb 2018 - Sep 2019 (1 year 7 months)
Supported judges and lawyers with legal research, drafting of judgments and pleadings, transcribed court proceedings and assisted in courtroom procedures to inform judicial decision-making.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
KLKenya School of Law
Post Graduate Diploma in Law, Law
2024 - 2024
Completed the Post Graduate Diploma in Law at the Kenya School of Law, providing professional legal training for admission to the bar.
UNUniversity of Nairobi
Bachelor of Laws (LLB), Law
2018 - 2022
Earned a Bachelor of Laws (LLB) degree covering Kenyan and international legal principles and practical legal skills.
KAKASNEB
Certified Public Accounts (partial), Accounting
2017 - 2017
Completed KASNEB Certified Public Accounts examinations through Section 5 with passed results up to that section.
Precious Blood Riruta
High School Diploma, Secondary Education
Grade: A- (80 Points)
Completed secondary education with an A- grade totaling 80 points at Precious Blood Riruta.
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Location
KenyaAuthorized to work in
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