Hardworking, motivated professional eager to lend combined knowledge and skills to enhance business performance. Operates well in both individual and team capacities, leveraging seasoned work ethic to quickly adapt to different processes and drive company objectives. Resourceful and results-driven with a passion for growth and efficiency to meet company needs and increase value.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
AML (Anti- Money Laundering) Solutions Officer
Scotiabank (Barbados) Limited
06.2023 - 08.2023
Manage the execution of the AML Onboarding and Ongoing activities for Corporate and Commercial Banking customers that aligns with AML/ATF and Sanctions requirements
Collaborate with the Relationship Managers in Corporate and Commercial Banking reviewing all customer information to ensure AML risk is properly assessed and managed
Document and escalate any exceptions or issues, cases requiring additional approvals or prohibited customer types to additional areas as required by policies and procedures
Ensure all activities conducted are compliant with governing regulations, internal policies and procedures
Maintain an in-depth understanding of key local regulatory changes for the region
Foster a risk appetite and risk culture that enhances day-to-day activities and decisions
Understand how the Bank’s risk appetite and risk culture should be considered in day-to-day activities and decisions
Champions a customer focused culture to deepen client relationships and leverage broader Bank relationships, systems and knowledge
Client Relationship Officer – Commercial Banking Unit
Scotiabank (Barbados) Limited- Offshore Banking Unit
11.2015 - 01.2021
Build and maintain a profitable client base through active prospecting and relationship management, ensuring timely and constant communication is always maintained
Collaborate with internal and external teams to ensure client satisfaction levels are met or exceed expectations
Manage the new account opening process for High-Risk clients, ensuring all requisite documents are received and completed appropriately, ensuring the accounts are set up and verified in keeping with the off-shore units established regulatory procedures
Build trust with clients by demonstrating knowledge of banking regulations and policies
Conduct Enhanced Due Diligence to minimize reputational risk when on-boarding new client relationships
Prepare Commercial Credit applications for Off-Shore Clients, to assist with customers’ business development needs
Monitor and report any unusual occurrences or fraudulent activity to management in conjunction with the Bank's Anti- Money Laundering Guidelines
Ensure clients’ data are compliant in alignment with regulatory requirements, by administering annual account and credit reviews placing emphasis on the country and company’s KYC established policies and procedures, as well as security credit requirements
Maintain an in-depth understanding of key local regulatory changes for the region
Document and escalate any exceptions or issues, cases requiring additional approvals or prohibited customer types to additional areas as required by policies and procedures
Relationship Officer
Scotia Private Client Group
10.2012 - 10.2015
Prepare and submit credit applications for adjudication for high net worth local and international clients
Cultivate beneficial relationships with internal stakeholders with sales teams and management personnel, that creates synergy to enhance the overall client experience
Build and expand existing client relationships through proactive contact and effective pipeline management
Conduct regular follow-up meetings with clients to discuss any change in circumstances and recommend appropriate solutions
Conduct Enhanced Due Diligence and Know Your Customer (KYC) functions guided by local and international standards
Meeting and exceeding sales targets for banking products and services
Education
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) -
Edinburgh Napier University
06.2024
Diploma in Management Studies - Financial Management
Barbados Institute of Management & Productivity
03.2018
Skills
Regulatory compliance
Client relationship management
Risk assessment
Effective communication
Problem solving
Teamwork and collaboration
Organizational skills
Multitasking Abilities
Analytical thinking
Problem-solving abilities
Timeline
AML (Anti- Money Laundering) Solutions Officer
Scotiabank (Barbados) Limited
06.2023 - 08.2023
Client Relationship Officer – Commercial Banking Unit
Scotiabank (Barbados) Limited- Offshore Banking Unit
11.2015 - 01.2021
Relationship Officer
Scotia Private Client Group
10.2012 - 10.2015
Diploma in Management Studies - Financial Management
Barbados Institute of Management & Productivity
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) -
Edinburgh Napier University
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