Omar Islam

Analytical and detail-oriented compliance professional with experience in AML investigations, financial crime risk assessment, and regulatory compliance within HMRC. Skilled in conducting risk-based customer assessments, customer due diligence (CDD/EDD), sanctions and reputational risk reviews, and analysing financial and customer data to identify suspicious activity. Experienced in maintaining audit-ready documentation, producing analytical reports, and collaborating with regulatory stakeholders in high-volume regulated environments.

Seeking to leverage investigative and compliance expertise within financial services, particularly in KYC, onboarding, AML, and financial crime roles.

AML & Financial Crime Investigator - HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC)

(2022-02 - 2026-04)

• Conducted AML investigations involving analysis of financial data, transactional activity, and customer information to identify suspicious patterns and potential money laundering risks
• Performed risk-based customer assessments and customer due diligence reviews, assessing corporate structures, ownership, reputational, and sanctions-related risks in line with AML and CDD/EDD requirements
• Applied UK financial crime legislation to assess customer risk and support evidence-based decisions
• Conducted intelligence-led research using public, financial, and regulatory information sources to support financial crime risk assessments, supervisory casework, and evidence-based decision-making
• Escalated high-risk cases to enforcement teams and regulatory bodies including the Financial Conduct Authority and Solicitors Regulation Authority
• Maintained accurate, evidence-based, and audit-ready case documentation to support regulatory assessments, escalation decisions, and supervisory outcomes
• Identified inconsistencies, risks, and inefficiencies in case handling and decision-making processes, providing feedback to support improved compliance outcomes
• Managed competing investigative priorities and progressed complex casework within strict regulatory and operational deadlines

Work Coach - Department for Work and Pensions (DWP)

(2020-10 - 2022-02)

• Assessed customer data to identify fraud risks and escalate suspicious cases
• Managed sensitive financial information ensuring compliance with policies
• Communicated complex decisions clearly to stakeholders
• Maintained accurate records across internal systems
• Managed multiple cases simultaneously, ensuring timely and accurate outcomes in line with policy and customer needs

Assistant Manager - Enterprise Rent-A-Car

(2019-03 - 2020-07)

• Developed operational and commercial awareness within a fast-paced environment
• Managed customer interactions and resolved issues effectively
• Delivered consultative sales of protection packages while ensuring clear customer understanding and adherence to company procedures
• Maintained accurate financial and administrative records

BA (Hons) - History