Kenval Junior Bryan
Grand Cayman
Summary
Versatile, competent, and detail-oriented individual who is a Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist with over 20 years’ experience in the regulated financial industry and law enforcement. Possess extensive knowledge and experience in Anti-Money Laundering/Counter Financing of Terrorism/Counter Proliferation Financing (AML/CFT/CPF) measures of the Cayman Islands AML legal and regulatory framework. An established AML Compliance Officer provide excellent client services to a wide range of Cayman Islands domiciled entities. Demonstrates supportive and effective leadership whilst ensuring complex tasks are completed with accuracy and reporting deadlines/deliverable are met. Reliable team member who demonstrates effective communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills paired with excellent research and analytical competencies. Known for displaying high ethical standards, integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality while exceeding expectations independently or supporting the team to succeed.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Vice President – Senior Account Manager
Maples Compliance Services (Cayman) Limited
12.2024 - Current
- Responsible for leading and supervising small team focused on ensuring compliance with anti-money laundering (AML) and counter-terrorist financing (CTF) regulations.
- Maintain a portfolio of clients, whilst acting the capacity of the appointed AMLCO and MLRO or DMLRO.
- Develop, implement, and maintain robust AML/CFT programs for various client types, ensuring compliance with Cayman Islands laws and regulations.
- Ensure the team conduct appropriate risk assessments of client operations, investors, and other relevant parties, ensuring thorough due diligence and compliance with AML/CFT requirements.
- Monitor client activities, review onboarding and ongoing due diligence information, and prepare reports for senior management and the board of directors.
- Contribute to the development and implementation of AML/CFT policies and procedures, ensuring they are up-to-date and aligned with regulatory requirements.
- Develop and deliver training programs to staff on AML/CFT compliance, fostering a strong compliance culture.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including clients, investors, and other relevant parties.
- Act as a point of contact for the Cayman Islands Monetary Authority (CIMA) and other regulatory bodies.
- Investigate suspicious activity reports, escalate issues as necessary, and ensure appropriate reporting to the relevant authorities.
Vice President, AML Compliance Officer
Maples Compliance Services (Cayman) Limited
04.2022 - 12.2024
- Act in the capacity the appointed AMLCO and MLRO or DMLRO to client entities focusing on entities registered under the Private and Mutual Fund Acts, and those registered under the Securities and Investment Business Act.
- Attend and advise Board of Directors of client entities on the AML risk assessment and developments in the Cayman Islands AML regime / regulatory requirements.
- Review and conduct investigations into incidents of suspicious activity and where necessary, make the necessary filing with the Financial Reporting Authority.
- Ensure systems are in place to provide appropriate sanction screening of client entities and investors and where necessary, appropriate course of action following a positive sanction alert and complete the Compliance Reporting Form.
- Ensure regulatory obligations are adhered to, including providing regulatory oversight of third party administrators, reporting deadlines, whilst fostering a collaborative and practical approach manage client expectations whilst ensure the appropriate regulatory standards are maintained.
- Prepare and maintain adequate AML/KYC procedures at the client and investor levels, to include Nominee and Eligible Introducer testing.
- Develop and maintain policies and procedures to ensure that client entities are in compliance with the Cayman Islands AML laws and regulations.
- Prepare and present regular reports including AML/KYC matters arising within client entities to client entity representatives, senior management, boards and other parties.
Investigative Analyst, Anti-Money Laundering Unit, Customs and Border Control Service
The Cayman Islands Government, Cayman Islands
11.2019 - 04.2022
- Manage and maintain the organization’s obligations as it relates to reporting and investigating AML/CTF activities
- Analyze disclosures from the Financial Reporting Authority
- File Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs) to the Financial Report Authority
Acting Police Sergeant/Deputy Area Commander
Royal Cayman Islands Police Service
03.2018 - 11.2019
- Organize resources to execute the organization strategic objectives regarding community safety
- Supervise and mentor junior officers to develop investigative capabilities
- Review and provide guidance in the preparation of casefiles prior to submission to the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions
- Liaise with elected representatives and community leaders to address the needs of the Community
- Maintain a high level of customer service
- Monitor and quality control work performance and outputs to ensure victims care and compliance with laws, policies and industry best practice
Police/Detective Constable
Royal Cayman Islands Police Service
09.2007 - 03.2018
- Investigate serious criminal offences
- Conduct audio/video witness/suspect interviews utilizing advance interview techniques
- Liaise closely with Office of the Director of Public Prosecution
- Provide oral evidence in Summary and Grand Court trials.
- Execute legal and administrative tasks that are justifiable, proportionate and lawful
- Maintain a high level of customer service, in particular witness care
- Maintain a current pocket note book and investigative diary
Education
Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist -
Association of Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialists (ACAMS)
01.2022
Professional Practice Course (PPC) - undefined
Truman Bodden Law School
01.2017
Bachelor of Law (LL.B Hons.) - undefined
University of Liverpool
01.2016
Associate of Arts Degree - Business Administration
University College of the Cayman Islands
01.2010
Skills
- AML/CFT/CPF risk assessment
- Staff leadership
- Legal compliance
- Microsoft Office products
- Policy analysis and development
- Project management
- Leadership
- Risk assessment
- Financial intelligence analysis
- SAR and CRF reporting
- Law enforcement
- Public speaking
- Compliance Risk Management
- Data analysis
- Report Writing
References
Available upon request
Awards
- Member
- Present, ACAMS, Representative
- Customs and Border Control Service
- 2021, Cayman Islands Anti-Money Laundering, Counter Financing of Terrorism and Counter Financing of Proliferation (AML/CFT/CPF) National Risk Assessment (NRA), 1st Runner Up
- Top Caribbean Crime Fighter
- 2019, Association of Caribbean Commissioners of Police, Deputy Chief Officer Awardee
- 2019, Cayman Islands Government
PERSONAL STATEMENT
As an experienced professional in the field of law enforcement, my professional, dedicated, proactive and empathic approach has allowed me to make a positive impact within the organizations in which I have worked and the wider Cayman Islands Community. My driven, service oriented and flexible approach has allowed me to established vital relationships with internal and external partners that contributed to the overall success of these organizations. After over a decade and a half in law enforcement, currently seeking an opportunity to utilize my legal and compliance qualifications and to develop my compliance knowledge and professional experience as an Anti-Money Laundering Compliance Officer.
Timeline
Vice President – Senior Account Manager
Maples Compliance Services (Cayman) Limited
12.2024 - Current
Vice President, AML Compliance Officer
Maples Compliance Services (Cayman) Limited
04.2022 - 12.2024
Investigative Analyst, Anti-Money Laundering Unit, Customs and Border Control Service
The Cayman Islands Government, Cayman Islands
11.2019 - 04.2022
Acting Police Sergeant/Deputy Area Commander
Royal Cayman Islands Police Service
03.2018 - 11.2019
Police/Detective Constable
Royal Cayman Islands Police Service
09.2007 - 03.2018
Professional Practice Course (PPC) - undefined
Truman Bodden Law School
Bachelor of Law (LL.B Hons.) - undefined
University of Liverpool
Associate of Arts Degree - Business Administration
University College of the Cayman Islands
Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist -
Association of Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialists (ACAMS)
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