Mohammed Zain
Due Diligence Specialist
Dubai
Summary
Dedicated Investigation professional with solid foundation in uncovering and analyzing evidence to resolve cases effectively. Known for high standard of teamwork and result driven with depth of experience in investigative analysis, known for delivering precise insights and impactful recommendations. Exceptional ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive successful investigations and adapt to evolving priorities. Skilled in data analysis, critical thinking, and maintaining high standards of integrity and confidentiality.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
3
3
Languages
Work History
Investigative Analyst
Corporate Research and Investigation Limited
11.2024 - Current
- Conduct global Due Diligence on Corporations, Individuals (C-level) & Financial Institutions and Govt.Entities etc
- Engage with clients to understand their specific requirements and offer services accordingly
- Analysis of Business Intelligence and corporate records to determine shareholder & UBO details across global jurisdictions
- Maintained strict confidentiality throughout all phases of investigations, safeguarding sensitive information at all times.
- Conducted employsmart checks and due diligence investigations for potential clients, minimizing organizational risk.
- Provided expert testimony in court proceedings, effectively communicating complex information to client throug evidences.
- Ensured strict compliance & Regulatory framework
- Conducted physical and forensic investigation based on client requirements
- Played a pivotal role in the successful conclusion of high-profile cases by performing detailed analyses of financial and transaction flow.
- Review datasets and identify patterns to streamline due diligence process
KYC Consultant (Compliance)
Commercial Bank of Dubai
06.2024 - 08.2024
- Conducted meticulous portfolio reviews of existing customers in adherence to the Bank's KYC/ODD policies and procedures
- Diligently identified and escalated critical compliance-related data points to mitigate risk
- Ensured the integrity of KYC data and information from onboarding clients, facilitating seamless deal execution
- Proactively flagged and resolved any discrepancies in customer data, consulting with management to ensure accuracy
- Consistently achieved assigned targets with a high level of accuracy and thoroughness
- Maintained and stored KYC documentation effectively, utilizing the Bank's systems for optimal record-keeping
- Escalated concerns promptly to guarantee comprehensive
Associate
Goldman Sachs Private Limited
01.2021 - 02.2023
- Facilitated clients globally through different M&A and Equity buy & sell side transactions with deal values ranging from $50mm to $3bn (Corporate, Institutional, HNW, SWF, PIF)
- Conducted extensive KYC due diligence prior to on-boarding clients (CDD/EDD/AML)
- Experienced in performing screening checks for PEP, HNW and sanction countries thoroughly
- Frame KYC list of requirements to clients based on policies & ensure follow ups and tracking until the process is concluded
- Partnered with regulators, compliance/FCC to adhere with the latest market policies
- Responsible for opening trading, cash, equity & other accounts
- Conducted banker education sessions to investment bankers in US/LDN/ASIA
- Created a workflow which resulted in head count for the department
- Performed internal auditing for MAZARS and KPMG for the selected process
- Provide regular operational update to senior management through EOD reports and meetings
Senior Financial Analyst
Goldman Sachs Private Limited
05.2019 - 01.2021
- Enabled all OTC, repo collateral and fixed income deals from back end
- Ensured all legal documents were collected and verified prior to deal going live to avoid dispute
- Margin payments were booked on time to avoid conflicts
- Created an excel workflow to track day to day and manage risk
- Ensured Standard Settlement Instructions (SSI) specifics of the clients received and updated in Global Payment System (GPS) to avoid payment failure
- Partnered with Treasury business to facilitate accurate routing of payments to clients accounts
Financial Analyst
Goldman Sachs Private Limited
01.2017 - 05.2019
- Partnered with different brokers to ensure SWIFT messages are accurately sent to firm system (MT103, MT202, MT950)
- Expertise in handling coupon claim and dividends of asset management clients
- Reviewed monthly requests and completeness of PI, Dividends & MBS transactions
Junior Financial Analyst
Goldman Sachs Private Limited
06.2015 - 12.2017
- Maintained client books of accounts such as cash, security & Fixed income products
- Daily reconciliation of cash, security and Bank loan assets held at GSAM & External custodians
- Generation of clients reports on a monthly basis to evaluate clients NPV
- Monthly reconciliation of MBS products against Bloomberg to ensure PL is accurate
- Created procedures and policies to perform day to day
Education
MBA - Accounting & Finance
REVA INSTUTITUE OF SCIENCE AND MANAGEMENT
01.2015 - 12.2015
Skills
Due Diligence (KYC/AML)
Certification
Certified CDD-PEP Specialist, ACBM
Accomplishments
- Identified the trades booked in incorrect direction and raised it to desk to stop trading which resulted in GSAM BGL OPS appreciation received from the Managing Director
- Senior Leader of the Department streamlined manual processes performed in the business function and resulted in Appreciation from senior management and OSL (Operational senior Leader) of the Department
- Contributed Ideas that reduced manual intervention and mitigated risk to the business
- Proposed business models which enabled resources re-check and capacity utilization and resulted in global appreciation from Senior Leadership
- Supported a sensitive Germany deal within a day's time which resulted in appreciation from German MD and business unit managers from Germany
Work Availability
monday
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morning
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evening
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Timeline
Investigative Analyst
Corporate Research and Investigation Limited
11.2024 - Current
KYC Consultant (Compliance)
Commercial Bank of Dubai
06.2024 - 08.2024
Associate
Goldman Sachs Private Limited
01.2021 - 02.2023
Senior Financial Analyst
Goldman Sachs Private Limited
05.2019 - 01.2021
Financial Analyst
Goldman Sachs Private Limited
01.2017 - 05.2019
Junior Financial Analyst
Goldman Sachs Private Limited
06.2015 - 12.2017
MBA - Accounting & Finance
REVA INSTUTITUE OF SCIENCE AND MANAGEMENT
01.2015 - 12.2015
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