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Amman, Jo

Amman, ., Jo

Amman, ., Jo

Recruited for the bank, for a comprehensive understanding of the organization's strategy, objectives, and operations, covering retail, corporate, and treasury services. Expertise in business and financial markets, local and regional banking systems, and financial institutions enabling to evaluate strategic fits for mergers and acquisitions. Active in conducting detailed assessments of the synergies, benefits, and risks associated with transactions to develop effective risk mitigation strategies and post-merger integration plans. Conducts thorough assessments of the financial, legal, operational, and reputational risks involved in deals to ensure a comprehensive understanding of potential risks. As an advisor to many Boards is committed to ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and fostering a supportive "speak up" culture for team members.Selected Highlights: Held esteemed positions as a member of various senior executive committees, including Risk, ALCO, Credit, Investments and IT Steering Committees, playing a critical role in shaping the bank's strategic direction and driving its success. Crafted and nurtured a comprehensive and dynamic risk management framework spanning the entire Group, enabling proactive identification and mitigation of potential risks. An integral member of the Executive leadership team for all Banking and InvestmentSpecial Projects.  Spearheaded the bank's Risk Group with unwavering focus and strategic insight, driving optimal outcomes and fostering a culture of collaboration and innovation. Provided a qualitative assessment on the level of risks assumed and measured through empirical techniques and other appropriate tools and recommended corrective actions to mitigate.

Amman, ., Jo

Selected Highlights: Provided dynamic and strategic leadership in directing all banking and support operations across Jordan and other international branches and subsidiaries, leveraging a wealth of experience and insights to drive the bank's success. Managed and motivated a high-performing team of more than 100 members, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and excellence.Provided guidance to: • Trade Services Operations• Central Operations Unit COU.• Treasury & Investment Back Office.• Policies & Procedures• Cards & e-channels Operations.• Operations Control & Technology.

London, London, Gb

Amman, Amman, Jo

Selected Highlights: Established and introduced the Transaction Banking Business with exceptional proficiency and expertise. Amplified the bank's Share of Wallet (SOW) by implementing a multifaceted approach, elevating the revenue generated by Cash Management, Trade and Trade Finance Services, as well as Securities and Investment Services. Facilitated the execution of the McKinsey & Co. Strategy recommendations, with my active involvement and contribution serving as a crucial factor in the achievement of the set objectives.

Amman, Amman, Jo

Reporting to the CEO led and directed all banking and support operations for Jordan, Palestine, Algeria, and Bahrain, overseeing a large team of 300 professionals. Played a pivotal role in shaping the bank's strategic agenda.Functioned as a Committee Member for: Senior Management Committee SMC  IT Steering Committee ITSC & Credit Committee Core Banking Selection Committee Branch Optimization Committee  Products and Pricing Committee Risk and Emergency Committee

New York, New York, Us

Selected Highlights: Formulated the budgetary framework and demarcated the target audience criteria for the trade business. Scrutinized the local, regional, and global economic and political developments.  Diagnosed and implemented remedial actions to mitigate relationship challenges. Devised a comprehensive trade strategy in collaboration with the country and regional management.  Evaluated the risks associated with trade finance activities and deals for Citibank Jordan.  Structured non-standard solutions and adroitly managed transactions in addition to trade proposals.

Amman, Amman, Jo

Master'S In Public Administration (Mpa), Leadership, Strategy & International Development

Cross-Registrant

Master'S In Laws (Llm), Financial Law & Regulation

Master'S In Business Administration (Mba)

Post Graduate Diploma, International Trade And Finance

Master'S In Banking & Financial Sciences, Financial Markets And Investment

Oxford Fintech Program