Sylvester Mbeah

Convex, London

                           
• Led the transition to a new sanctions screening provider, delivering the project on time and within budget.
                           
• Acted as the primary point of contact for all sanctions and financial crime systems, resolving complex queries and providing daily business support.
                           
• Spearheaded preparation for an FCA audit, coordinating with multiple departments to achieve zero findings and validate the company's robust compliance framework.
                           
• Designed and maintained Power BI dashboards to provide real-time management information on sanctions screening activities.
                           
• Contributed to strategic discussions and advised on sanctions and financial crime requirements for the onboarding of a new Lloyd's syndicate.
                           
• Mentored junior colleagues on complex sanctions queries, enhancing team knowledge and efficiency.
                           
• Developed a horizon scanning application to proactively identify and anticipate emerging risks and trends.
                           
• Managed an offshore sanctions screening team, ensuring consistent and accurate application of company policy.
                       

Munich Re Specialty Group, London

                           
• Handled complex sanctions queries, ensuring compliance with the latest regulations.
                           
• Implemented various compliance systems to improve department efficiency.
                           
• Trained members of the board on governance, risk, and sanctions requirements.
                           
• Ensured all arrangements were in place to meet legal and regulatory requirements related to sanctions, AML, ABC, and the UK Criminal Finances Act.
                       

AXA XL, London

                           
• Implemented a new vessel tracking system.
                           
• Trained business users on financial crime tools, including sanctions screening and maritime intelligence platforms.
                           
• Advised the business on changes to all elements of financial crime, with a focus on sanctions.
                       

AXA XL, London

                           
• Served as a key user of the sanctions monitoring tool, performing daily sanctions and watchlist monitoring.
                           
• Engaged with key stakeholders to provide regular updates and escalate alerts.
                           
• Reviewed monthly exception reports for high-risk areas, including AML and Bribery and Corruption.