IKECHUKWU PETER OKAFOR
Tallinn, Harju County, Estonia,784
Summary
To consistently contribute my quota to improve the performance of the organization to have a better advantage in competitive market.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Due Diligence Senior Agent
Wise
Tallinn, Harjumaa
06.2022 - Current
- Conducts and improves the Customer Due Diligence (CDD) and
Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD) processes. - Performs CDD and EDD on existing and new customers.
- Conducts background checks and documentation activities of high-risk and complex individuals and corporate customers as well as their
counterparties. - Investigates suspicious financial activity, monitor transactions, and refer suspicious cases for further investigation to appropriate authorities.
- Risk assessment and categorization.
- Effective communication with internal and external stakeholders.
- Reviewing a comprehensive list of documents for both individuals and entities
Production Specialist
Swappie
Tallinn, Estonia
04.2021 - 06.2022
- Delivered quality products with effective use of control procedures and good inspection skills.
- Helped shipping line by pre-assembling boxes to be filled with finished products.
- Met customer demand by working extra shifts and consistently exceeding production quotas.
- Refurbished and assembled products such as iPhones based on customers' specifications.
- Sealed, labeled and transferred completed containers to pallets for efficient shipping.
- Inspected final products to assess compliance with quality standards and established tolerances.
- Graded and packaged finished products, transporting items for additional processing, storage or shipment off-site.
KYC Senior Officer
Wema Bank
Lagos, Nigeria
02.2015 - 07.2017
- Coordinated activities of functional unit heads to align with corporate strategies.
- Reduced non-compliance with internal policies and external regulations through effective communication, training, monitoring compliance, and taking necessary disciplinary action for non-compliance in accordance with organizational policies.
- Ensure prompt filing of regulatory reports and SAR /STR reports.
- Managed quality programs to reduce overdue compliance activities.
- Monitored data export from internal and external systems, identifying and reporting potential compliance risks.
- Established and cultivated productive relationships with regulatory bodies.
- Identified potential areas of compliance vulnerability and risk to develop and implement corrective action plans.
KYC Officer
Wema Bank
Lagos, Nigeria
05.2014 - 02.2015
- Provide and maintain a compliant working environment by adhering to all laws, regulations and ethical standards
- Upkeep and update periodic review of existing customers · Interact with clients to obtain KYC and other compliance information and documentation.
- Liaised with risk management, internal audit and employee services departments to direct compliance issues to appropriate channels for investigation and resolution.
- Managed practical action plans to respond to audit discoveries and compliance violations.
- Counseled committees and department heads regarding compliance risks and standards.
Customer Support/Compliance Officer
HERITAGE BANK
Ilorin, kwara state, Nigeria
06.2012 - 03.2014
- Implemented improvement initiatives and developed compliance testing program to monitor and identify gaps in new and existing practices.
- Helped to reduce fraudulent cases related to account opening through an effective KYC/KYB process.
- Prevented regulatory infractions by the prompt rendition of compliance reports.
- Prevented the opening of fraudulent accounts through the detection of fake identification documents.
- Achieved high improvement in customer support quality by improving the complaint handling process through training
- Contributed to driving increased sales conversion by upselling more digital products through the service desk.
Sales Manager
Intercontinental Bank
Ilorin, Kwara State., Nigeria
05.2005 - 03.2008
- Managed order cycle to enhance business development and maintain sustainability and customer satisfaction.
- Developed and implemented comprehensive salesperson training program.
- Made sure that my customer has a good product
- Initiated new sales and marketing plans for product roll-outs, distribution and media strategy.
- Maintained relationships with customers and found new ones by identifying needs and offering appropriate services.
- Handled customer relations issues, enabling quick resolution and client satisfaction.
- Improved sales processes to streamline customer acquisition and onboarding strategies.
Education
Forensic Accounting and Fraud Examination
Coursera
Online 01.2024 - 02.2024
Master of Science - International Business Administration
Estonian Entrepreneurship University Of Applied
Tallinn Estonia06.2019
Bachelor of Science - Economics
University Of Ilorin
Kwara State, Nigeria03.2011
No Degree - Diploma in Accountancy
Federal Polytechnic Offa
Kwara State, Nigeria.Diploma in Data Processing
• Ogbes Computer Professional Institute.
Kwara State, Nigeria2004
High School Diploma -
• Government Day Secondary School, Balah.
Kwara State, Nigeria• St. William's Primary School.
Ilorin, Kwara State, Nigeria1996
Skills
- MS Office
- Competent to work under pressure
- Good interpersonal relationship
- Ability to work with little or no supervision
- Good analytical skills
- Good leadership skills
- Excellent communication skills (verbal & writing)
- Time management skills
- Self-motivated professional and Excellent work ethic
Timeline
Forensic Accounting and Fraud Examination
Coursera
01.2024 - 02.2024
Due Diligence Senior Agent
Wise
06.2022 - Current
Production Specialist
Swappie
04.2021 - 06.2022
KYC Senior Officer
Wema Bank
02.2015 - 07.2017
KYC Officer
Wema Bank
05.2014 - 02.2015
Customer Support/Compliance Officer
HERITAGE BANK
06.2012 - 03.2014
Sales Manager
Intercontinental Bank
05.2005 - 03.2008
Master of Science - International Business Administration
Estonian Entrepreneurship University Of Applied
Bachelor of Science - Economics
University Of Ilorin
No Degree - Diploma in Accountancy
Federal Polytechnic Offa
Diploma in Data Processing
• Ogbes Computer Professional Institute.
High School Diploma -
• Government Day Secondary School, Balah.
• St. William's Primary School.
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