Zohaib Akhtar
Expert in AML compliance, regulatory audits, and risk management for financial institutions.
Dubai, AE
Full time
On-site/Hybrid/Remote
Accomplished CAMS-certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist with extensive experience in regulatory compliance, transaction monitoring, and staff training....
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My Career Journey
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1/5
Creative Zone Business Hub
Compliance Officer & MLRO
Mar 2025 - Present | 1y 2m
Dubai, AE
Acted as the primary contact with regulatory authorities, ensuring full compliance with UAE AML/CFT regulations and FATF standards. Developed and implemented compliance, AML/CFT, and sanctions policies....
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Adam Global CSP
Compliance Officer & MLRO
Oct 2024 - Mar 2025 | 5m
Dubai, AE
Independently ensured company compliance with regulatory requirements, conducted inspections and audits, developed policies, designed training plans, and fostered a compliance culture. Navigated complex...
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Habib Bank Limited
Branch Operations & Compliance Assistant
May 2020 - Oct 2024 | 4y 5m
Dubai, AE
Conducted branch compliance analysis, ensured KYC compliance, managed remittances oversight, and supervised teller services. Improved customer satisfaction, cultivated client relationships, implemented...
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Al Fardan Exchange
Branch Operations - Teller - Front Line Compliance
Jun 2015 - Mar 2020 | 4y 9m
Dubai, AE
Managed daily branch operations, compliance reporting, teller services, and customer interactions. Monitored financial transactions, ensured regulatory adherence, implemented cross-selling strategies,...
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Meezan Bank Limited
Senior Branch Operations Officer
Feb 2011 - Jun 2015 | 4y 4m
Managed branch operations, financial transactions, and ensured compliance with regulations. Coordinated audits, submitted profitability reports, and oversaw compliance audits. Recognized as 'Employee of...
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Education
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University of Sindh
Economics Business, Accounting
Ongoing
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University of Sindh
Commerce
2013
Certifications & Qualifications
Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist (CAMS)
ACAMS2023
Language(s) I speak
English
Fluent
Urdu
Fluent