Amelia Narikoso
42 Coral Ridge Drive
Suva, Western
+679 331-4782
amelia.narikoso@email.com
https://www.linkedin.com/in/amelianarikoso

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PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Compliance Associate/Legal Analyst
Pacific Financial Services Ltd - Suva, Western
January 2022 - Present
- Conduct comprehensive legal research and analysis to ensure compliance with federal and state regulations, including those set forth by the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) and the United States Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC).
- Develop and implement compliance training programs for staff, enhancing awareness of anti-money laundering (AML) practices and regulatory requirements.
- Monitor transactions for potential AML violations, preparing detailed reports and recommendations for management.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to streamline operations and ensure adherence to compliance protocols, resulting in a 20% reduction in compliance-related incidents.

Legal Assistant
Meridian Law Consultancy - Suva, Western
June 2019 - December 2021
- Assisted attorneys in legal research and drafting pleadings, affidavits, and other legal documents, ensuring accuracy and compliance with court requirements.
- Managed case files and documentation, improving the efficiency of the legal team by implementing a new electronic filing system.
- Supported compliance audits and investigations, gathering necessary documentation and liaising with regulatory bodies as needed.

Compliance Intern
Island Legal Associates - Nadi, Western
January 2018 - May 2019
- Assisted in the review and analysis of compliance policies and procedures, identifying areas for improvement and ensuring alignment with industry standards.
- Conducted research on regulatory changes and their implications for the organization, presenting findings to senior compliance officers.
- Participated in compliance training sessions, contributing to the development of training materials and resources.

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EDUCATION

Bachelor of Arts in Legal Studies
University of the South Pacific - Suva, Western
Graduated: May 2018

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SKILLS

- Compliance
- Legal Research
- Compliance Training
- Legal Analysis
- Anti-money Laundering Transaction Monitoring
- Legal Assistance
- Regulations
- Operations Management
- Program Management
- Affidavit Collection