AML & CFT
As regulatory standards continue to tighten, robust anti-money laundering (AML) and counter-terrorism financing (CFT) systems are essential. WH Partners assists businesses across financial services, gaming & gambling, and virtual assets in developing and implementing resilient compliance frameworks.
Our Areas of Expertise Include
- AML/CFT Risk Assessments & Audits: Identifying regulatory gaps and enforcement exposures
- Policy Development & Implementation: Crafting tailored AML/CFT manuals, procedures, and systems
- Due Diligence & Client Onboarding: Enhancing KYC processes and ongoing monitoring measures
- Compliance Training & Awareness: Equipping staff with knowledge and tools to uphold compliance culture
- Regulatory Inspections and Investigations: Supporting client engagements with regulators and responding to enforcement actions
Why WH Partners
Our multidisciplinary team includes experts from Compliance, White-collar crime, Fintech, and Dispute resolution practices – ensuring that AML/CFT advice is both legally robust and commercially actionable. Partner Davinia Cutajar brings recognised expertise in compliance and AML, with extensive experience advising corporates on governance and regulatory frameworks.
Our Expertise in AML & CFT
AML/CFT Risk Assessments & Audits
Policy Development & Implementation
Due Diligence & Client Onboarding
Compliance Training & Awareness
Regulatory Inspections and Investigations
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