Mandy Hargun

Mandy is a qualified solicitor of 19 years PQE, with a strong foundation in criminal defence and cash seizure work, which has shaped her practical, risk-aware approach to regulatory compliance. Over the years, she has transitioned into advising companies in the regulated sector across the EMEA region, focusing on AML, financial crime, data protection, and corporate compliance. Mandy has extensive experience conducting AML business wide risk assessments, implementing EU Money Laundering Directives (MLDs), and advising on international payments and sanctions. She regularly assists regulated firms in drafting AML and sanctions risk frameworks tailored to their operational and jurisdictional needs. In addition to her advisory work, Mandy delivers AML training to regulatory bodies and financial institutions in the Middle East and provides strategic consulting on their AML compliance obligations. She is a certified Money Laundering Reporting Officer (MLRO), holds an international diploma in anti-money laundering, and is a member of the International Compliance Association (ICA).