Tanzil Merchant

Conducted a 6-month project at State Bank of Mauritius, assisting in establishing an independent second line of defense for AML/CFT. Led a team of 5 on various real estate projects, developing end-to-end compliance frameworks by conducting gap analyses, client risk assessments (CRA), suspicious transaction reports (STR) opinions, and targeted financial sanctions (TFS) solutions. Managed portfolios

Drafted independent audit reports by analysing company policies, procedures, and controls, and provided recommendations on legal obligations and compliance gaps under the Financial Intelligence and Anti-Money Laundering Act and other relevant regulations. Conducted audits for companies regulated by FIU, FSC, GRA, and BOM. Maintained ongoing communication with clients to understand their compliance

Drafted independent audit reports by analysing company policies, procedures, and controls, and provided recommendations on legal obligations and compliance gaps under the Financial Intelligence and Anti-Money Laundering Act and other relevant regulations. Maintained ongoing communication with clients to understand their compliance frameworks, tested their procedures, and provided relevant AML/CFT

Assisted in corporate and domestic litigation matters. Drafted compliance manuals and attended FATF-AML/CFT training seminars.

Researched cases and assisted in client meetings and negotiations. Gained practical experience in legal research and client interaction.

Assisted lawyers with research and case preparations. Developed foundational skills in legal support and documentation.

Developed website solutions to increase online presence and clientele. Gained experience in digital networking and web development.

Assisted in research and court visits. Gained exposure to legal proceedings and research methodologies.

Currently pursuing a Post-Graduate Certificate in Business Administration on a full-time basis, with an expected completion in September 2025. This program focuses on advanced business principles and practices.

Grade: Merit (Upper 2:1)

Completed a Master of Laws in Commercial Law with Merit (Upper 2:1). Achieved a first-class distinction for the dissertation titled 'Shaping Tanzania's Cryptocurrency Regulations: A Comparative Analysis of Regulatory Frameworks from New York, China, Malta, and Switzerland'.

Grade: Diploma Awarded

Activities and societies: Academic Excellence Honor Roll (2017), Various leadership and public speaking awards

Awarded the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme. This rigorous program fostered critical thinking and interdisciplinary learning.

Grade: Merit Awarded

Achieved a Merit in the Cambridge International Examinations - IGCSE. This program provided a strong academic foundation across various subjects.

Grade: First-class degree (1:1)

Activities and societies: Moot competition finalist (2018)

Graduated with a First-Class Honours Bachelor of Laws degree. This comprehensive program provided a strong foundation in legal principles and practices.