Hussein El Husseini

Project Management Consultant, Business Trainer, and Internal Audit Professional with 15+ years of international experience delivering strategic projects, PMO implementation, business transformation, governance, operational excellence, and organizational development across consulting and banking sectors.

Google Project Management Professional

Certified with expertise in project planning, scheduling, stakeholder management, risk management, budget monitoring, KPI reporting, process improvement, governance, compliance, and executive reporting. Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams, implement project management frameworks, optimize business processes, and deliver measurable business results across the MENA region.

Project Management Consultant | PMO Specialist | Business Trainer | Internal Audit Professional at Standards Consultancy (2025-01 – Present)

• Led PMO implementation for regional consulting and corporate clients.
• Developed project governance frameworks, SOPs, policies, operational manuals, and project documentation for multiple organizations.
• Managed business transformation, organizational development, and process improvement initiatives across the MENA region.
• Delivered executive and corporate training programs in project management, leadership, business management, and operational excellence.
• Design and implement project management methodologies aligned with organizational objectives.
• Lead strategic and operational projects from initiation through successful delivery.
• Develop and maintain project plans, schedules, Gantt charts, milestones, and project trackers.
• Coordinate with clients, consultants, trainers, and internal teams to ensure project milestones are achieved on schedule.
• Monitor project scope, risks, budgets, timelines, and stakeholder expectations throughout the project lifecycle.
• Prepare executive dashboards, KPI reports, project status reports, and management presentations.
• Develop project documentation including SOPs, policies, job descriptions, templates, operational manuals, and process documentation.
• Review and enhance proposals, presentations, and project deliverables before client submission.
• Conduct project audits and performance assessments to ensure governance, quality, compliance, and operational effectiveness.
• Advise clients on project planning, PMO implementation, stakeholder engagement, risk management, and process improvement.
• Support budgeting, resource planning, operational coordination, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Deliver professional training programs in project management, leadership, business management, and organizational development.

Internal Auditor at AM Bank S.A.L. (2021-05 – 2025-01)

• Conduct operational, financial, and compliance audits across branches and head office functions.
• Evaluate internal controls, governance practices, and regulatory compliance.
• Verify compliance with Central Bank regulations, AML requirements, KYC standards, and internal policies.
• Identify operational and financial risks and recommend corrective actions.
• Prepare comprehensive audit reports and present findings to management.
• Develop and execute annual audit plans based on risk assessments.
• Monitor implementation of audit recommendations and corrective action plans.
• Ensure audit activities comply with the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) Standards.

Sales & Services Officer at AM Bank S.A.L. (2018-09 – 2021-04)

• Managed customer relationships by promoting banking products, credit facilities, loans, and investment solutions.
• Analyzed customer financial needs and recommended suitable financial products.
• Achieved sales targets through relationship building and cross-selling initiatives.
• Generated new business through referrals, branch walk-ins, and client networking.
• Ensured compliance with banking regulations and internal procedures.

Relationship Manager at National Bank of Oman (2017-02 – 2017-10)

• Managed a portfolio of affluent clients by delivering investment and wealth management solutions.
• Recommended insurance, mutual funds, equities, and investment products based on financial analysis.
• Expanded customer relationships through referrals and personalized financial planning.
• Consistently achieved sales and portfolio growth objectives.

Relationship Manager at Mashreq Bank (2014-07 – 2017-01)

• Managed high-value client portfolios across retail and wealth management products.
• Provided financial planning and investment advisory services.
• Sold banking, lending, insurance, and investment products.
• Conducted customer risk profiling and financial needs assessments.
• Built long-term customer relationships while exceeding sales targets.

Relationship Officer – Wealth Management at Mashreq Bank (2012-04 – 2014-07)

• Assisted Relationship Managers in servicing affluent banking clients.
• Promoted investment products and wealth management solutions.
• Supported portfolio management and customer relationship development.

Store Manager at Al Shaya Group (2008-08 – 2012-01)

• Managed daily retail operations and team performance.
• Improved customer service standards and sales performance.
• Supervised inventory management and operational compliance.

Shop Manager at Etisalat International Co. (2002-06 – 2008-07)

• Managed retail operations and customer service activities.
• Led sales teams and monitored operational performance.
• Achieved business targets while maintaining high customer satisfaction.

Technical Baccalaureate Diploma in Electronic Computers Programming – Faculty of Tourism & Commercial Sciences, Lebanon (2001)