BOIPELO ZONDO-MASIGO
Cape Town
Summary
With extensive experience in KYC/AML compliance in diverse industries such as Private Equity, Retail Investment, and Insurance, I bring a strong expertise in conducting Customer Due Diligence (CDD) processes. Possessing a keen analytical aptitude, I excel at identifying patterns, trends, and associated risks while effectively communicating my findings. Additionally, I have a proven track record of successfully managing multiple priorities and meeting tight deadlines within dynamic, fast-paced environments.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior AML/KYC Analyst
IDR
Cape Town
08.2024 - Current
- Take full ownership of the Fund Closing service line for various clients.
- Supported KYC processes for prospective and existing investors in Private Equity Funds.
- Analyzed corporate documentation to determine the business & ownership structure.
- Analyzed & investigated clients to conduct detailed CDD & ECDD reviews, with adherence to the established AML framework.
- Determined customer risk ratings based on analysis, screening results,& research findings.
- Prepared thorough reviews for high-risk clients and UHNWI, with recommendations for investor onboarding.
- Consulted with the MLRO department for regulatory reports, SAR, & STR.
- Source & Interpreted evidence to determine the legitimacy of investor funds and wealth.
- Comprehensive understanding of AML/CFT regulations in key private equity jurisdictions.
- Effective communication with clients, legal counsel, investors, and fund administrators.
- Facilitate training requirements for junior team members, and supporting teams.
- Optimize operational efficiency and regulatory compliance
- Act as the primary contact for all AML-related queries, procedural inquiries, and escalations within the Fund Closing service line for the PST shift.
Entity Compliance Specialist
Old Mutual
01.2023 - Current
- Company Overview: Regulatory Compliance COE
- Ensuring regulartory compliance of complex structures & individuals in relation to the structures
- Ensure AML/CFT compliance with RMCP & regulations
- Ensuring Client FATCA/CRS Compliance
- Ongoing Due Diligence upon trigger events /Remediation
- Risk assessing using RBA
- Compiling a risk report and escalating when required
- Accountable for improving and maintaining operating standards and Recommending system improvements
- Management of internal and external stakeholder relationships
- Regulatory Compliance COE
Fundraising Volunteer
The Haven Night Shelter: Moira Henderson House
08.2021 - 06.2022
- Organize Community Outreach
- Reaching out to local businesses for donations and sponsorships
- Assist clients with job readiness and job seeking
- Organize and facilitate training and skills development
- Assist with day-to-day administration
- Management of stakeholder relationships
Administration Consultant
PPS Investments
10.2019 - 03.2020
- Validation for all LISP and Asset Management offerings
- New Business onboarding (corporate and individual)
- Carrying out KYC/ Client Due diligence checks to ensure AML compliance utilising a RBA
- Liaising with clients/broker to obtain KYC/CDD information
- Perform CDD upon trigger events and Monitor transactions
- Ensure compliance with industry International and domestic regulations
- Perform Sanctions, PEP/PIP and adverse media alerts checks on customers upon onboarding & ongoing CDD
- Documenting the Risk reports and escalating high risk to management accordingly
- Rescreening clients on a periodic basis and working to enhance sanctions screening
- Ensure intermediary licensing and Management of Stakeholder relationships
Client Service Specialist
Lifecheq
03.2018 - 12.2018
- Brokerage Customer and Personal Service
- Accurately implementing client Instructions and Monitor product implementation
- Having working knowledge of investment, insurance, and Retirement products from multiple service providers
- Carrying out KYC Client Due diligence
- Support client facing team with onboarding CDD requirements
- Correspond with internal regarding client instructions
- Manage client relations and liaise between product providers and clients
Education
Bachelor of Law (LLB) -
University of the Witwatersrand
01.2020
Bachelor of Arts (BA) - Psychology and Law
University of the Witwatersrand
01.2014
Skills
- Written communication skills
- Oratory skills
- Comparative analysis
- Problem-solving abilities
- Robust research and analytical skills
- SEC proficiency
- Interpersonal communication
- Client relationship development
- Compliance reporting
- AML compliance
- Due diligence
- Policy adherence
- Legal document and contract review
- Client onboarding
Timeline
Senior AML/KYC Analyst
IDR
08.2024 - Current
Entity Compliance Specialist
Old Mutual
01.2023 - Current
Fundraising Volunteer
The Haven Night Shelter: Moira Henderson House
08.2021 - 06.2022
Administration Consultant
PPS Investments
10.2019 - 03.2020
Client Service Specialist
Lifecheq
03.2018 - 12.2018
Bachelor of Law (LLB) -
University of the Witwatersrand
Bachelor of Arts (BA) - Psychology and Law
University of the Witwatersrand
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