Junaid Ahmed Bukhari
Sanctions Compliance
Dubai
Summary
Strategic and results-driven compliance leader with over 20 years of experience in the UAE banking industry. Spearheading sanctions screening and financial crime initiatives with a sharp focus on regulatory audits, operational enhancement, and cross-bank training. Proven ability to drive compliance culture, modernize screening frameworks, and mentor high-performing teams. ACAMS-certified, with a strong technological foundation and a collaborative mindset that bridges policy with execution. Widely recognized for aligning regulatory requirements with institutional goals while strengthening risk mitigation across operations.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sanctions Screening Manager
Banque Misr Dubai Br.
Dubai
12.2023 - Current
- Lead sanctions screening for payments and perpetual customer screening
- Enhance screening systems to meet evolving regulatory standards
- Manage regulatory audits and ensure complete reporting compliance
- Improve effectiveness of screening tools and operational accuracy
- Update SOPs in line with international best practices
- Conduct bank-wide sanctions training and mentor compliance staff
Acting Head of Sanctions Compliance
United Arab Bank
10.2015 - 12.2023
- Oversaw sanctions compliance across all lines of business
- Filed STRs to UAECB and led internal investigations
- Designed and delivered financial crime training initiatives
- Developed and maintained policies, procedures, and SOPs
- Coordinated regulatory audits and served as bank liaison
- Led team performance evaluations and strategic planning
Assistant Manager & Team Leader – Operations
United Arab Bank
01.2012 - 09.2015
- Supervised trade finance and remittance functions across 15 staff
- Liaised with senior management on staffing, controls, and new processes
- Conducted onboarding and cross-training programs
- Updated SOPs and MIS to improve operational resilience
TF & Remittance Officer
United Arab Bank
04.2008 - 12.2011
- Managed end-to-end fund transfers and supported systems enhancements
- Tested modules for efficiency and trained new recruits
Remittance Officer
Mashreq Bank
05.2003 - 03.2008
- Processed multi-platform remittances with reconciliation accuracy
- Helped implement STP project for incoming remittances
- Supported onboarding and training efforts
Education
B.Sc. (Honors) - Computer Information Systems
National American University
2003
Skills
- Sanctions Compliance
- AML / CTF
- Audit Support
- STR Filing
- Team Leadership
- Regulatory Reporting
- Trade Finance
- Operations Management
- SOP Development
- Payments
- Risk Mitigation
- Staff Training
Certification
Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist (ACAMS)
Timeline
Sanctions Screening Manager
Banque Misr Dubai Br.
12.2023 - Current
Acting Head of Sanctions Compliance
United Arab Bank
10.2015 - 12.2023
Assistant Manager & Team Leader – Operations
United Arab Bank
01.2012 - 09.2015
TF & Remittance Officer
United Arab Bank
04.2008 - 12.2011
Remittance Officer
Mashreq Bank
05.2003 - 03.2008
B.Sc. (Honors) - Computer Information Systems
National American University
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