PEP and Sanctions Screening

Screen clients for PEP and sanctions risk without losing the audit trail

Certivus helps practice teams screen clients, review potential matches, document decisions, and keep screening evidence connected to the wider AML record.

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Answer-first summary

What is PEP and sanctions screening software?

PEP and sanctions screening software helps regulated firms check whether a client may be politically exposed, sanctioned, or linked to higher-risk indicators that need review. Certivus connects screening results with onboarding, risk scoring, review notes, and exportable AML evidence.

  • Run screening as part of client onboarding and review workflows
  • Document match review decisions and escalation notes
  • Keep screening evidence connected to the client AML record

TL;DR — Quick Summary

  • Certivus supports PEP and sanctions checks as part of the wider AML workflow
  • Teams can review matches, record decisions, and keep evidence together
  • Screening supports risk-based review but does not replace compliance judgement
WORKFLOW

Screening workflows Certivus supports

Client screening

Run screening checks as part of onboarding, refresh, or review workflows.

Match review

Review potential matches, add context, and document why a decision was made.

Evidence export

Keep screening outcomes and notes in the client file for internal or regulator-facing review.

PRACTICE VALUE

Why screening needs workflow, not just a result

Review context matters

A screening hit still needs human review, context, and a documented decision.

Evidence must be findable

Teams need to see what was checked, when it happened, and what action was taken.

Screening links to risk

PEP or sanctions outcomes should inform risk scoring, escalation, and ongoing monitoring decisions.

FAQ

Common questions

Does Certivus automatically decide whether to accept a client?

No. Certivus supports screening, evidence, and workflow records. The practice remains responsible for reviewing results, making risk decisions, and following its policies.

When should firms run PEP and sanctions checks?

Practices commonly run checks during onboarding, periodic review, risk events, or when existing client circumstances change. The exact process should follow the firm's AML policy and regulator guidance.

What makes screening evidence useful during review?

Useful evidence normally shows what was checked, when it was checked, who reviewed it, what potential match was found, what decision was made, and what notes supported that decision.

Ready to make AML workflows easier to evidence?

Certivus supports AML evidence workflows; it does not replace professional judgement.