Business Risk Assessments in AML/CFT

Compliance Framework

Why Risk Assessments Matter

Identify, evaluate, and mitigate money laundering and terrorism financing risks. Ensure legal compliance and protect your reputation.

Core Components of Risk Assessment

Identify Risks

Uncover vulnerabilities in products, customers, services, and regions.

Assess Risks

Prioritize based on severity and likelihood to address key threats.

Implement Controls

Apply targeted AML/CFT policies, procedures, and safeguards.

Monitor & Review

Regularly update controls to align with evolving risks and regulations.

Strategic Benefits

Key Benefits of Risk Assessments

  • ✅ Regulatory compliance and penalty avoidance
  • ✅ Smarter resource allocation
  • ✅ Improved operational efficiency
  • ✅ Protection of organisational reputation

Risk Assessment Process

1. Define Scope

Review key business areas—customers, products, locations.

2. Data Collection

Gather information from transactions, clients, and external reports.

3. Identify & Assess Risks

Evaluate risks using relevant models and industry data.

4. Evaluate Controls

Examine existing AML/CFT measures and identify any gaps.

5. Gap Analysis

Highlight weak areas in the compliance framework.

6. Remediation Plan

Design an action plan to strengthen and correct weaknesses.

What Happens Without Risk Assessments?

Recent fines due to poor AML/CFT risk management:

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