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Junaid Ahmed Bukhari

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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