Manmeet L.

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ABOUT MANMEET L.

I am a sanctions compliance specialist with over 25 years of experience across government, global banks, insurance and consulting firms. I have deep expertise in OFAC, OFSI, UN, EU and OTSI (trade/export) sanctions regimes, with a proven record of advising senior executives, briefing HM Treasury Ministers, and shaping sanctions policy and controls across complex institutions.My career includes senior sanctions roles at Virgin Money, Deloitte, NatWest, BNP Paribas, Commerzbank, and Bank of China, where I strengthened sanctions frameworks, drafted policies and procedures, enhanced risk assessments, and provided expert guidance on trade finance, investment products, and Russian securities. I have served as a key escalation point for sanctions risk, led advisory teams, managed screening controls, responded to high-risk queries, and delivered comprehensive training across first and second lines.Earlier, at HM Treasury and the Northern Ireland Office, I advised on terrorist financing sanctions, published financial sanctions notices, analysed frozen asset data, and collaborated with intelligence partners including MI5, SO15, and the US Treasury. This foundation developed my ability to interpret complex regulatory changes and communicate them clearly.I am known for translating intricate legal requirements into practical compliance solutions and building strong relationships with regulators and stakeholders. I am now seeking a senior role where I can apply my expertise to strengthen sanctions governance, enhance risk management, and support strategic decision-making in a regulated environment.