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Nicaise Seyap

@nicaiseseyap

Bilingual compliance professional with over ten years of experience.

Germany
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What I'm looking for

I am looking for a role that values compliance excellence and offers opportunities for growth.

I am a seasoned bilingual professional with a robust background in business administration and over ten years of experience in tier-one banks, consultancy firms, IT companies, and private banks. My expertise lies in AML compliance, KYC, and financial crime prevention, where I have successfully navigated complex regulatory environments across Germany and Luxembourg. I have consistently demonstrated my ability to manage high-risk investor accounts and ensure adherence to stringent compliance standards.

Throughout my career, I have taken on various roles that required hands-on responsibilities in both the first and second lines of defense. My work has involved reviewing and investigating transaction monitoring alerts, conducting thorough customer due diligence, and providing training to staff on compliance protocols. I pride myself on my strong analytical skills and my capacity to solve complex problems, which have been instrumental in improving compliance processes and enhancing operational efficiency.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

BP

Senior AML/Compliance Officer - Consultant

Banque Privée Degroof Petercam

Apr 2022 - Oct 2022 (6 months)

Oversaw customer onboarding, fiscal background checks, and transaction monitoring, ensuring all generated alerts were processed. Performed quality control on closed alerts to ensure adherence to bank procedures and handled all police and court requests.

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Senior AML/Officer Officer – Consultant

Apex Fund Services

Jun 2021 - Mar 2022 (9 months)

Led a remediation project to update customer files, assisting the MLRO with financial crime control framework oversight and agent training. Conducted thorough CDD/EDD on new clients and reviewed transaction alerts from high-risk countries.

KP

QC/AML/KYC - SME

KPMG

Feb 2021 - Jun 2021 (4 months)

Provided SME insights on cases that underwent KYC review and Quality Control, conducting ad hoc and pre-planned coaching for analysts. Ensured consistency within the KYC/QC framework and communicated progress and issues to senior stakeholders.

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Financial Crime QC Team Lead

Ebury

Jun 2020 - Dec 2020 (6 months)

Led a remediation project to reassess and validate files as per the Belgian regulator (NBB) for file migration, overseeing five consultants. Performed gap analysis on various entity types and handled escalations regarding TM, corresponding banking, AML, and sanction screening.

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AML-KYC/ Senior Quality Review

Deloitte

Nov 2019 - Mar 2020 (4 months)

Reviewed files of high-net-worth individuals, funds, SPVs, SICAF, and SICAV structures across multiple European countries, achieving 100% approval from the group compliance panel. Conducted AML/QC periodic review checks and validated files in line with tax laws.

BP

KYC Manager: KYC/CDD/EDD EMEA

Barclays Bank PLC

Aug 2015 - May 2018 (2 years 9 months)

Managed KYC/AML/QC responsibilities with managerial oversight for matters related to France. Collected and analyzed client information from various entities including banks, non-FI private companies, SPVs, PIVs, and Hedge Funds.

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Senior KYC/AML SME

KPMG

Aug 2014 - Nov 2014 (3 months)

Acted as a KYC/AML/CDD/EDD subject matter expert, refreshing KYC records for existing clients. This involved handling trusts, SPVs, MSBs, and all entities classified as high-risk according to the risk score matrix.

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Legal Consultant - Compliance

Henry & Samuelson Law Firm

Feb 2010 - Jan 2014 (3 years 11 months)

Provided regulatory compliance training on new laws and requirements in line with banks' risk appetite. Offered legal advisory support and recommendations to banks on financial crimes, KYC, and compliance matters.

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

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BPP University

Certificate, International Financial Sanctions

Obtained a Certificate in International Financial Sanctions from BPP University, focusing on the intricacies of global financial regulations and their impact on compliance.

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International Compliance Association (ICA) (University of Manchester)

Certificate, Financial Regulatory Compliance/KYC/AML

Completed a Certificate in Financial Regulatory Compliance, KYC, and AML at the International Compliance Association (ICA), affiliated with the University of Manchester. This program enhanced expertise in anti-money laundering and know-your-customer protocols.

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Knowledge Academy

Certification, Project Management

Acquired Prince2 Project Management certification from Knowledge Academy, developing skills in structured project management methodologies. This certification is crucial for leading and managing complex projects effectively.

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University of Leicester

Postgraduate Diploma, European and International Trade Law

Earned a Postgraduate Diploma in European and International Trade Law from the University of Leicester. This program provided a deep understanding of legal frameworks governing international trade.

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LLB, English Common Law and French Civil Law

Grade: 2:1

Completed an LLB with a 2:1 classification, specializing in English Common Law and French Civil Law. This dual legal education provided a comprehensive foundation in two major legal systems.

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