Ali Shousha

Senior Compliance & AML professional with 26+ years of banking experience, including extensive UAE experience. Hands-on experience in AML/CFT, KYC/KYB, CDD/EDD, risk assessment, transaction monitoring, STRs, Source of Funds and regulatory compliance. Experienced in branch controls, compliance reviews, audit readiness and leading teams of up to 40 employees. CISI qualified in UAE Financial Rules & Regulations and Combating Financial Crime.

Compliance Officer at HJ Car Buyer - Honey Jidosha Motors (2026-01 – Present)

• Support compliance with applicable laws, regulations, internal policies and company procedures.
• Conduct regulatory and operational compliance reviews and follow up on identified issues and corrective actions.
• Review policies, procedures and controls and support management in maintaining an effective compliance environment.

Instructor – Banking & Compliance at SJ Int.C & training (2023-10 – 2026-01)

• Delivered professional training covering AML/KYC, Compliance, Banking Operations, Customer Service and Internal Control.
• Developed practical case studies and training materials aligned with regulatory and operational requirements.
• Provided practical guidance on AML/KYC controls, customer risk assessment, compliance procedures and real-world banking scenarios based on extensive banking experience.

Senior Operations Manager at Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank (2017-09 – 2023-10)

• Led branch compliance activities, including KYC/KYB reviews, transaction monitoring, compliance alerts and regulatory reporting.
• Reviewed customer transactions, account-opening activities and Source of Funds documentation to ensure legitimacy and adherence to AML requirements.
• Coordinated with relevant departments on STR cases, suspicious activity and compliance issues, while maintaining audit and regulatory readiness.

Retail Service Manager at United Arab Bank (2014-11 – 2017-03)

• Managed the branch sales and service team, driving customer service and business development objectives while ensuring adherence to bank policies and procedures.
• Reviewed customer files and documentation to ensure technical accuracy, completeness and compliance with applicable requirements, including Credit Risk and Compliance standards.
• Supervised team activities and coordinated with relevant functions to address documentation gaps, risk concerns and customer-related operational issues.

Senior Operations Manager at Mashreq Bank (2006-01 – 2014-10)

• Managed end-to-end branch operations with focus on regulatory compliance, internal controls, operational risk and service quality.
• Acted as a key Checker/Verifier, reviewing customer documentation, transactions and operational activities for adherence to policies and regulatory requirements.
• Supervised branch-level AML/KYC controls and transaction monitoring and supported internal, external and Central Bank audits.
• Managed and coached branch teams, ensuring effective segregation of duties, operational controls and policy compliance.

Business Team Leader at Mashreq Bank (2010-04 – 2011-06)

• Led a team of up to 40 employees responsible for KYC remediation and ensuring customers were assigned to the appropriate risk segment.
• Reviewed and updated KYC based on nationality, customer profile and activities, occupation, geographic exposure, high-risk countries and blacklist considerations.
• Ensured customer information and risk classification were supported by appropriate documentation and escalated cases requiring further review.

Banking Officer at Al Watany Bank Of Egypt (2000-01 – 2006-01)

• Supported daily banking operations, customer services and account-related transactions in accordance with bank policies and procedures.
• Processed and verified customer and transaction documentation, ensuring accuracy and compliance with established procedures.
• Built a strong foundation in banking operations, transaction processing, customer service and internal controls.

Higher Academic Banking Diploma in Banking Studies – Faculty Of Commerce, Mansoura (2005-05)

Bachelor of Science in Accounting Studies – Faculty Of Commerce, Mansoura (1999-05)