Hayder Mahdey

As Vice President – Compliance, I have successfully led compliance operations in accordance with dual regulation from the UK’s FCA and the Bank of Thailand, maintaining the ability to interpret multiple guidelines simultaneously and implementing compliance policies that conform to both sets of regulatory standards. I have overseen end-to-end customer due diligence, transaction monitoring, GDPR compliance, and tax reporting under CRS, FACTA, and AEOI standards. By identifying areas in need of compliance improvement, I led the implementation of the SAS Transaction Monitoring System, coordinating with international compliance teams to calibrate and operationalise the platform, leading to enhanced risk detection and monitoring capabilities.

I currently serve as the Head of Compliance and an active member of the Management and Credit Committees, consulting and providing strategic oversight and policy direction. Over eight consecutive years under my leadership, the London branch has maintained an excellent compliance audit rating, supported by rigorous internal controls, effective staff training, and a proactive approach to evolving regulatory requirements.

Fluent in English and Arabic, and open to relocation, I am eager to further develop my global compliance expertise, cultural agility, and leadership capabilities. I am particularly interested in this role as it closely aligns with my professional background, subject-matter expertise, and proven experience in a comparable position.

ASSISTANT VICE PRESIDENT – COMPLIANCE

Bangkok Bank Plc / London / Nov 2013 – Present

Core Responsibilities: 

• Lead compliance operations across UK and EU regulatory frameworks, ensuring alignment with multi-jurisdictional regulatory requirements from the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), Prudential Regulatory Authority (PRA), and the Bank of Thailand (BoT). 
• Oversee and approve the customer due diligence and account opening process, including annual reviews and risk assessments of clients. 
• Liaise between the UK branch and Bangkok head office, coordinating and preparing for audits lasting up to 4 months annually.
• Administer tax compliance reporting obligations, including CRS, FACTA, and AEOI, managing account classifications and submissions.
• Guide on GDPR and train staff on evolving compliance frameworks, internal policies, and Money Laundering Regulations (MLRs). 
• Act as the Deputy MLRO, reviewing suspicious activity reports and investigating suspicious activity flagged by AML systems. 
• Collaborate with the MLRO to maintain adherence to EU, UK, and US anti-money laundering regulations and ensure accuracy in transaction monitoring reviews and documentation. 
• Direct and consult with senior leadership on strategy, efficiency, resource management, and the running of individual departments. 
• Coordinate with regulatory bodies across multiple jurisdictions while developing anti-bribery and corruption compliance frameworks.

Key Achievements: 

• Obtained 3 promotions from Officer Level to Executive Level within the compliance department.
• Led representation in global strategy meetings for the implementation of the SAS Transaction Monitoring System, working with international compliance teams to calibrate, test, and implement the platform, improving efficiency and risk detection accuracy. 
• Maintained excellent ratings during internal audits across eight consecutive years through policy development and staff training. 
• Serve as Head of Compliance, shaping the strategic direction and oversight as a member of Management and Credit Committees. 

Recognised with A* performance rating by CEO and staff in annual review for excellence in compliance and strategic leadership.

LAW

University of Law | 2009 - 2011

BSC COMPUTING

University of Portsmouth | 2002 – 2005

HND COMPUTING

University of Portsmouth | 2002 – 2004