ISEMIHLE SIMANGA
Client Due Diligence
Summary
Client Due Diligence Analyst applying KYC screening and ML risk assessment to identify PEP, sanctions, adverse media, and suspicious activity concerns. Produces enhanced due diligence reports, supports RMCP updates, and helps close gaps in AML/CTF controls through monitoring and audit support. Connects regulatory findings to practical process improvements and escalation decisions.
Overview
2
2
Languages
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Client Due Diligence Analyst
Momentum Corporate
04.2025 - Current
- Conducted KYC screening and assessed ML risk to identify potential regulatory compliance issues.
- Analysing PEP, Sanctions, adverse findings, and media records
- Preparing enhanced due diligence reports and conducting enhanced diligence monitoring
- Advising on amendments to the RMCP to appropriately reflect a risk-based approach.
- Assisting with RMCP execution, audits, and reporting
- Advising on potential AML/CTF process failures or shortcomings
- Suspicious activity reporting
Compliance Intern
Momentum Corporate
02.2024 - 03.2025
- Identified and managed regulatory risks through evaluation of financial products suppliers
- Conducting process monitoring reviews to ensure the business adheres to internal rules and regulations
- Performing client risk rating and due diligence
- Advised on the relationship of PAIA and POPIA regarding 3rd party information requests
- Reviewed Privacy Impact assessment questionnaire to ensure compliance with data protection regulations
- Clarified conflicts between FICAA and Insurance Act to support regulatory compliance
- Researching and presenting on legislative updates applicable to the business
Online Shopping Assistant
Takealot
11.2020 - 02.2022
- Provided exceptional customer service, enhancing overall customer experience
- Addressed customer queries and upheld company policies to retain customers while ensuring confidentiality.
Education
Bachelor of Laws -
University of The Western Cape
Bellville, South Africa04-2023
Business Risk Management Short Course -
University of Cape Town
Cape Town, South Africa2024
Skills
Risk and Compliance management
Client due diligence and enhanced due diligence
KYC screening and ML risk assessment
Customer services and problem-solving skills
Legal research and interpretation
Sanctions screening
Suspicious activity reporting
RMCP compliance
Case escalation management
Timeline
Client Due Diligence Analyst
Momentum Corporate
04.2025 - Current
Compliance Intern
Momentum Corporate
02.2024 - 03.2025
Online Shopping Assistant
Takealot
11.2020 - 02.2022
Bachelor of Laws -
University of The Western Cape
Business Risk Management Short Course -
University of Cape Town