Serving Clients Across Kazakhstan, UAE, And Malaysia With 20+ Years Combined Experience In International Financial Law
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Timur Shotbakov
Timur has over 20 years of experience in corporate law and litigation and has worked for various large companies, including the "Big Four" companies. His work experience includes heading legal positions at different major companies in Kazakhstan. He has a special and limited Certificate for academics only from the AIFC Academy of Law and is accredited by the AIFC Court. Timur holds bachelor's and master's degrees in law and is also a Ph.D. candidate in law from the International Islamic University of Malaysia (Kuala Lumpur).
S Ahdilkar
S Ahdilkar is a banking and financial compliance expert with 25+ years of experience in India and Malaysia. He specializes in AML, financial crime compliance, risk management, audits, and governance. As a senior manager with a multinational bank in Malaysia, he oversees AML compliance across APAC countries. He excels in leadership, problem-solving, and team management. Holds an ACAMS certification and a Commerce degree from the University of Mumbai. Fluent in English, Hindi, Gujarati, and Marathi, based in Kuala Lumpur.
Aliya Konraubayeva
Alya has over 20 years of experience in corporate law, strategic management, and legal support for public and private organizations. She has held senior legal roles in major Kazakhstani companies, including in the oil & gas and education sectors. Her core expertise includes corporate governance, contract law, legal support for investment projects, labor relations, and regulatory compliance. Alya has successfully built legal departments, developed internal policies, and implemented effective corporate processes. She holds an MBA, a law degree, and a license to practice as a notary.
Yerzhan Yegemberdiyev
Erzhan has more than 25 years of experience in civil, corporate, and procedural law, as well as in the field of judicial practice and the training of judicial personnel. He has held senior positions in leading educational and governmental institutions in Kazakhstan, including L.N. Gumilyov Eurasian National University and the Academy of Justice, and has also served as an expert at the Institute of Legislation of the Republic of Kazakhstan. Erzhan is a Candidate of Legal Sciences and the author of more than 60 academic publications. He specializes in civil procedural law, as well as issues of investment, labor, land, and environmental legislation.
Kanshayem Danabekova
Kanshayem has more than 30 years of experience in teaching, consulting, and practice in IFRS, accounting, financial control, and tax advisory, including roles as Chief Accountant and Deputy Chief Accountant in trading, manufacturing, and service companies. She graduated from the Cooperative Institute in Karaganda as an Economist-Auditor and has completed numerous professional courses and seminars in accounting (IFRS), auditing, taxation, and financial control. She holds CAP certification and the national certification of "Professional Accountant".
Gulzhanat Omarova
Gulzhanat is a corporate law, compliance, and regulatory specialist with more than 5 years of experience within the AIFC framework and a deep understanding of AFSA requirements. She has practical experience in supporting company incorporation and ongoing operations in the AIFC and Astana Hub, including regulatory liaison and the development of internal corporate and regulatory documentation. She ads as an MLRO, responsible for internal contrl systems, KYC/CDD, transaction monitoring, and AML/CFT compliance. She has experience working with financial institutions as well as cryptocurrency and commodity exchanges. She holds a Master of Laws (LLM) degree, a Bachelor's degree in Foreign Languages, and professional AML/CFT certifications.
Aizhan Bolat
Aizhan is a specialist in accounting, financial administration, and regulatory compliance with experience in the banking sector and consulting. She has practical experience in supporting companies in Kazakhstan and within the AIFC framework, including the preparation of financial and regulatory reporting, as well as involvement in corporate and operational management matters. She is knowledgeable in compliance and AML/CFT, including the implementation of internal control procedures, regulatory liaison, and ensuring compliance with applicable legal requirements. She holds a Bachelor's degree in Accounting and Auditing.
CERTIFICATES AND MEMBERSHIP
Metida Group specializes in AIFC company setup, tax structuring, AFSA licensing, and investment residency solutions in Kazakhstan.
Yes, we work with global investors, entrepreneurs, and remote business owners seeking tax-efficient structures in AIFC.
AIFC operates under English common law and offers tax incentives like 0% corporate and capital gains tax, making it unique in the region.
Yes, we handle annual reporting, tax compliance, and regulatory filings to ensure full adherence to AFSA rules.
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