Ashraf Altaqi

Senior FX Dealer & Treasury Specialist with over 13 years of experience in foreign exchange trading, treasury operations, liquidity management, and relationship management within leading UAE banks. Proven expertise in FX Spot, Forwards, Swaps, Money Market operations, ALM support, Nostro account management, and Central Bank transactions. Strong track record in revenue generation, risk management, and regulatory compliance, with hands-on experience using global FX trading platforms.

FX Dealer – Treasury & Financial Markets at United Arab Bank (2022-05 – Present)

• Manage the bank's FX position across corporate, retail, and interbank business lines.
• Execute FX Spot, Forward, and Swap transactions using Reuters, Deutsche Bank Autobahn, and Barclays BARX.
• Generate treasury revenue through competitive FX pricing and structured client solutions.
• Prepare and analyze monthly FX turnover, volume, and revenue reports for senior management.
• Support ALM and liquidity management through buy/sell swaps and short-term funding transactions.
• Assist corporate sales and derivatives teams with forward and flexi-forward deals.
• Manage ODF and ICD placements with the Central Bank and ensure compliance with reserve requirements.
• Monitor Nostro accounts, daily cash flows, and funding positions.
• Engage corporate clients with tailored treasury and FX solutions to increase trading volumes.

Senior Specialist – Remittances & Treasury Back Office at United Arab Bank (2016-01 – 2022-05)

• Process inward and outward remittances end-to-end, including SWIFT message handling.
• Maintain FX rate setups, online banking configurations, and cash management services (CMS, cash pooling, sweep accounts).
• Investigate and resolve transaction discrepancies and operational issues.
• Execute currency purchases via RET system to support treasury and operational requirements.
• Support Trade Finance operations and provide system training via Trade360 portal.
• Ensure compliance with internal policies, AML standards, and regulatory requirements.

Senior Relationship Officer at United Arab Bank (2015-01 – 2016-01)

• Analyze financial statements, credit proposals, and collateral valuations.
• Manage credit facilities including guarantees, Letters of Credit (LCs), and commercial loans.
• Maintain strong client relationships while ensuring risk and compliance standards.

Senior Relationship Officer at Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank (2013-07 – 2014-12)

• Open and manage corporate accounts and credit facilities.
• Review client credit history and monitor facility utilization.
• Supervise loan portfolios and mitigate credit risk.

Relationship Management Officer at RAK Bank (2012-01 – 2013-06)

• Deliver credit facilities and trade finance services.
• Support clients with guarantees, LCs, and financing solutions.
• Maintain high service standards and risk controls.

Bachelor's Degree in Economics – Damascus University