Chief Executive Officer &
Global Practice Lead: Risk & Compliance
Evarist Muhaya CAMS, CGSS
Evarist Muhaya is a seasoned Enterprise Risk Management and Compliance Director with 15+ years of Risk Management, Compliance, Financial Crime Compliance experience in the Banking/Financial Sector. Recognized for demonstrating a natural aptitude for driving effective risk management practices, governance, overseeing regulatory compliance, as well as leading evaluation, enhancement, and implementation of robust ERM & Compliance Frameworks across different geographies. Evarist has strong belief in proactive approach to risk management, regulatory changes, scenario planning, transparency in risk taking, and risk anticipation.
Professional focal points include risk assessment and management, risk control frameworks, governance and controls, sanctions compliance, AML/KYC regulations, auditing, fraud prevention, and issue remediation.
Evarist most recent roles include Associate Director Group FCC AML Oversight and Governance with Standard Chartered Bank (New York, USA). Where he was responsible for assessing & evaluating the effectiveness of the Group FCC Risk Framework’s implementation, operational, and strategic aspects across 50+ countries to ensure consistent application. In addition, Evarist has strong experience engaging with senior leadership, cross functional teams, and stakeholders to ensure the company’s risk oversight and governance support structure is driving businesses to achieve established commercial objectives.