Jan Pohlmann, Ll.M.
About Jan Pohlmann, Ll.M.
Jan Pohlmann, Ll.M., is a Senior Legal & Compliance Officer with extensive expertise in financial crime prevention and international business law. He has held significant roles at Credit Suisse and currently works at Investec, where he focuses on compliance and anti-money laundering strategies.
Current Role at Investec
Jan Pohlmann serves as a Senior Legal & Compliance Officer at Investec, a position he has held since 2019. In this role, he focuses on complex legal and compliance issues, particularly in the area of financial crime prevention. His responsibilities include ensuring that the organization adheres to regulatory requirements and implementing effective compliance strategies.
Previous Experience at Credit Suisse
Prior to his current role, Jan Pohlmann worked at Credit Suisse from 2013 to 2019. He held the position of Legal & Compliance Officer for six years, where he was responsible for overseeing compliance matters within the organization. Additionally, he served as a Business Risk Manager in the International Wealth Management Real Asset Lending division from 2016 to 2019, focusing on risk management strategies in Zürich.
Education and Expertise
Jan Pohlmann has a strong academic background in law and international business law. He obtained his LL.M. in International Business Law from Stellenbosch University in 2011. He also studied European Business Law at Universitat de Barcelona, where he received an Erasmus Stipendium. His education includes a CAS Inhouse Counsel from Universität Zürich and a Bachelor of Laws (LLB) from Christian-Albrechts-Universität zu Kiel.
Specialized Skills in Financial Compliance
Jan Pohlmann possesses specialized skills in navigating international business law within the banking sector. He has a strong background in implementing anti-money laundering strategies in financial institutions, which is critical for maintaining compliance with regulatory standards. His expertise in handling complex legal and compliance issues is a significant asset in his current role.
Legal Education Background
Jan Pohlmann's legal education includes a comprehensive study of law at Universität zu Köln, where he achieved his 1. Staatsexamen. His academic journey has equipped him with a robust understanding of legal principles, which he applies in his professional roles within the financial sector.