At Le Morne Capital LTD., strong governance is the cornerstone of our operations. It supports sound business practices and safeguards the interests of our clients, employees, and stakeholders. Around the world, money laundering, terrorist financing, financial crime, and tax evasion are recognized as serious threats to financial systems and economic stability. We are fully committed to combating these challenges through rigorous controls and ethical conduct.
To this end, we have established a comprehensive framework of internal controls, risk management protocols, and compliance procedures. These include advanced fraud detection technologies that operate across both pre- and post-trade processes. Our global compliance teams ensure adherence to all applicable laws and regulations, reflecting our commitment to protecting our clients and contributing to global efforts against financial crime and terrorism financing.
We utilize structured self-assessment tools to monitor compliance with internal policies and regulatory standards. These assessments are reviewed regularly by Senior Management and the Board of Directors to ensure transparency, accountability, and continuous improvement in our AML efforts.
Employee education is central to our compliance strategy. We deliver targeted training programs focused on AML, governance, and risk management. These programs ensure our team is well-equipped to uphold regulatory standards and make informed, responsible decisions.
All new employees engaged in financial transactions are required to complete mandatory AML and compliance training during onboarding. In addition, employees with fiduciary responsibilities participate in annual refresher courses to remain current with evolving regulations and best practices.
We apply rigorous Know Your Customer (KYC) procedures and verify clients’ identity and residential address in accordance with our licensing obligations. As part of our Source of Wealth (SOW) and Source of Funds (SOF) protocols, we assess clients’ employment and income sources to confirm the legitimacy of deposited funds. These requirements are clearly outlined in our Terms & Conditions.
To mitigate the risk of money laundering and fraud, we do not permit third-party deposits or withdrawals. Where possible, funds are returned to their original source to ensure transactional integrity and prevent the layering of illicit proceeds.
We employ advanced identity verification tools, including electronic database checks and document authentication systems, to detect and prevent identity fraud. Where necessary, we supplement these tools with additional measures such as biometric verification, video calls, or selfie authentication to ensure client identities are legitimate and secure.
We regularly update client profiles and conduct detailed screenings to identify individuals subject to international sanctions, those designated as Politically Exposed Persons (PEPs), or those linked to adverse media. This process supports our commitment to international compliance and reputational integrity.
Our Internal Audit team performs an annual, risk-based review of our AML framework. These audits evaluate the effectiveness of our controls and confirm compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and internal policies.