Mohammed Majed Da'as
AML
Ramallah
Summary
Dedicated AML professional with over 6 years of experience in financial crime prevention and compliance within the banking sector. Skilled in conducting thorough investigations and risk assessments, with a strong focus on blacklist screening and sanctions compliance. Certified Global Sanctions Specialist (CGSS) with a proven track record of developing and implementing effective AML policies and procedures. Experienced in collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance compliance frameworks and mitigate risks. Adept at analyzing complex data to identify suspicious activities, ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements while fostering a culture of integrity and accountability.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
AML Officer / Blacklists Screening Specialist
Bank Of Palestine
11.2021 - Current
- Conduct thorough reviews of transactions and customer profiles against various blacklist databases to identify potential risks.
- Perform ongoing monitoring of high-risk accounts and escalate findings to senior management for further investigation.
- Assisted in the implementation of enhanced due diligence processes for high-risk clients, focusing on blacklist screening.
- Reviewed alerts generated by screening systems and conducted thorough investigations to determine legitimacy.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of global sanctions and regulatory changes to ensure compliance in screening processes.
- Generated regular reports on screening activities and presented findings to management to inform compliance strategies.
- Collaborate with compliance and legal teams to ensure adherence to regulatory requirements and internal policies.
- Provide training and support to team members on best practices for blacklist screening and risk assessment methodologies.
AML Officer
Cairo Amman Bank
02.2019 - 11.2021
- Conduct thorough investigations of suspicious activities and transactions, leading to actionable insights and reports.
- Collaborate with law enforcement agencies and regulatory bodies to ensure compliance with AML laws and regulations.
- Assisted in the analysis of transaction patterns to identify potential money laundering schemes.
- Conducted due diligence and KYC (Know Your Customer) checks for new and existing clients.
- Prepared detailed reports and presentations for management on compliance trends and areas of concern.
- Monitored sanctions lists and regulatory changes to ensure organizational adherence.
- Train and mentor junior staff on AML practices and compliance requirements, fostering a knowledgeable team environment.
Education
Bachelor of Accountancy - Accounting
Arab American University
Jenin,Palestine 04.2001 -
High School Diploma -
Hajjah Secondary School
Hajjah,Qalqiliah,Palestine 04.2001 -
Skills
AML Regulations & Compliance
Certification
CGSS ( Certified Global Sanctions Specialist )
Languages
Arabic
Native language
English
Advanced
C1
Timeline
CGSS ( Certified Global Sanctions Specialist )
09-2024
AML Officer / Blacklists Screening Specialist
Bank Of Palestine
11.2021 - Current
AML Officer
Cairo Amman Bank
02.2019 - 11.2021
Bachelor of Accountancy - Accounting
Arab American University
04.2001 -
High School Diploma -
Hajjah Secondary School
04.2001 -
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