ASEEL ABDULHAMEED ALBUQAISHI

Nationality: Bahraini

Date of Birth: 24th December 1992

Telephone: +973-********

Email: addber@r.postjobfree.com

Objective:

An Experienced counsel possessing a valuable depth of Compliance, Legal, Commercial knowledge and experience, as well as practical business operations across multiple sectors. Of a decisive, diligent, and influential nature with a capacity for quick learning. Able to adapt to evolving situations and achieve desired outcomes to agreed timetable.

Professional Qualification:

ICA- Certificate in Compliance

(March 2018)

Education Qualification:

University of Bahrain

(2011-2015 date) Degree: B.Sc. in Banking and Finance - (GPA 3.45/4.00)

Embassy of the United States Undergraduate Exchange Program, The Near East and South Asia

(NESA UGRAD) –Student at Northwest College Wyoming, USA

(August 2010- May 2011)

Professional Experience:

Patrick York Ireland Insurance & Reinsurance Brokerage- Board of Directors Secretary

(June 2018- Present)

Counsel the board to ensure they’re with the legal requirements and organizations bylaws.

Record the minutes of each board meeting. Keep complete detailed records of all the business relations of the company.

Manage the Minutes for permanent records following meetings and regulatory documentation requirements.

Collaborate with the Chairman to assemble meeting agendas, and approve all Minutes before documentation.

Have the voting position and stepping in to lead the meeting in the event of the absence of the Chairman

Patrick York Ireland Insurance & Reinsurance Brokerage- Compliance Manager & MLRO

(1st September 2017- Present)

Develop, initiate, maintain, and revise policies and procedures for the general operation of the Compliance Program and its related activities to prevent illegal, unethical or improper conduct. Manage day-to-day operation of the Program.

Develop, initiate, maintain, and revise policies and procedures for the general operation of the Money Laundering Reporting and its related activities to prevent illegal, unethical or improper conduct. Manage day-to-day operation of the Program.

Develop and periodically review and update Standards of Conduct to ensure continuing currency and relevance in providing guidance to management and employees.

Collaborate with other departments (e.g. Risk Management, Internal Audit, Employee Services, etc.) to direct compliance issues to appropriate existing channels for investigation and resolution. Consult with the corporate attorney as needed to resolve difficult legal compliance issues.

Respond to alleged violations of rules, regulations, policies, procedures and standards of conduct by evaluating or recommending the initiation of investigation procedures. Develop and oversee a system for uniform handling of such violations.

Act as an independent review and evaluation body to ensure that compliance issues/concerns within the organization are being appropriately evaluated, investigated and resolved.

Monitor and as necessary, coordinate compliance activities of other departments to remain abreast of the status of all compliance activities and to identify trends.

Identify potential areas of compliance vulnerability and risk; develop /implement corrective action plans for resolution of problematic issues, and provide general guidance on how to avoid or deal with similar situations in the future.

Provide reports on a regular basis, and as directed or requested, to keep the management informed of the operation and progress of compliance efforts.

Ensure proper reporting of violations or potential violations to duly authorized enforcement agencies as appropriate and/or required.

Establish and provide direction and management of the compliance hotline.

Institute and maintain an effective compliance communication program for the organization, including promoting (a) use of compliance hotline; (b) heightened awareness of standards of conduct, and (c) understanding of new and existing compliance issues and related policies and procedures.

Work with the Human Resources Department and others as appropriate to develop an effective compliance training program, including appropriate introductory training for new employees as well as ongoing training for all employees and managers.

Monitor the performance of the Compliance Program and relates activities on a continuing basis, taking appropriate steps to improve its effectiveness.

Contribute to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.

From6 Communication (Marketing & Advertising company)- Finance Assistant & HR specialist

(20th November 2016- 16th July 2017)

• Work closely with the Finance Manager to ensure smooth operation of all finance matters.

• Support the Finance Manager by processing purchase orders and cross-referencing with relevant client approval for all jobs.

• Matching supplier invoices to purchase orders issued.

• Inputting accounting data into the accounting system with speed and accuracy.

• Assist in the production of financial statements such as: Profit and loss statements, cash flow statements, and balance sheets, if required. This includes the spreadsheet control accounts (Microsoft Excel is utilized for this aspect).

• Ensure swift creation of invoices and purchase orders when needed.

• Work closely with the Production Manager to ensure all jobs have been issued a relevant purchase order.

• Resolution of finance related queries within the company, if not able - swiftly redirect to the Finance Manager.

• Assist with end of year audit preparation, this includes a high level of focus and concentration, and a meticulous attention to detail.

• Provide cover for all main duties when the Finance Manager is on leave.

• Assisting in filing all documents provided by the Finance Manager.

• Managing all staff holidays, this includes keeping track of all approved vacation days, sick days and unauthorized leave. This will also require a monthly report to be sent to the Finance Manager and the Managing Director.

• Managing all health insurance claims, this does not include many queries, and all claims will only need to be re-directed to the health insurance providers with the Finance Manager being Cc’d into the email.

• Issuance/renewal of all staff visa’s within the company. This includes issuance and renewal of CPRs, spousal visa’s, and any relevant steps that need to be carried out.

• Working closely with the LMRA & GOSI

• Responsible for all companies’ contracts including, operating contracts & staff contacts.

• Any other duties that may be deemed to be applicable to this by the Finance Manager or Managing Director.

Bahrain Institute of Banking and Finance (BIBF)- Accounting Officer

(February 2016- August 2016)

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Manage the Accounting programs offered by BIBF.

• Support business development activities to promote training programs and professional courses to students, training managers and corporate clients

• Prepare and coordinate proposals and contracts for clients and customized courses as required

• Assist in the collection of accounts receivable from students and clients

• Assist in coordinating the annual budget for the Centre in conjunction with the Centre Head to ensure alignment with overall BIBF budget guidelines as required

• Undertake any other responsibilities in the department, as directed by the Head of Center / Program Managers

• Ensure proper archiving of all application forms and documents for BIBF programs

• Track all fee payments; ensure proper accounting and invoicing and liaise with Finance department of BIBF to ensure completion of contracted payments

Internships:

Osool Asset Management- July 1st- August 30th 2015

Bahrain International Circuit (Media Centre)- April 2015

Ridaiya Company- 2014 – 2015

Bahrain International Circuit (Gulf Air)- April 2013 & April 2014

Bahrain Centre for Studies and Research- July 2007 – August 2007

Bahrain Centre for Studies and Research- July 2006 – August 2006

Powell Mercantile Inc. Powell, Wyoming, USA (Marketing Department)- February 2011 – March 2011

Student Activity Centre, Northwest College, Wyoming, USA- April 2011 – May 2011 Competencies:

Languages:

o Fluent in English and Arabic (spoken and written)

Personal Skills:

o High self-confidence, ambitious, strong communication skills, fast learner and a team player o Ability to work under pressure

o Able to solve problems and provide analysis

Software Skills:

o Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel)

References:

References are available upon request.

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