Candidate profile

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15 years of experience

Skills

Governance Framework Design GRC (Governance, Risk, Compliance) Regulatory Compliance AML/CFT Board Advisory Delegation of Authority (DOA) Policy Development Risk Management Stakeholder Management Regulatory Licensing Audit & Risk Committee Support Corporate Secretarial Strategic Planning Change Management Regulatory Reporting

Experience

Group Compliance Director & MLRO / Governance Lead

ADS Holding/ADS Securities (ADQ-owned group)

2024-12 - 2026-07

Led end‑to‑end compliance, governance and regulatory frameworks across multiple regulated and non‑regulated entities, including licensing, AML/CFT and governance structures. Designed and implemented Delegation of Authority (DOA), governance policies and board reporting frameworks, drafting Terms of Reference and governance charters for Board and Audit & Risk Committees. Established governance reporting mechanisms aligned with SCA/CMA and ADGM regulatory expectations, acting as the key interface between senior management, the Board and regulators.

Board Advisor

ADS Investment Solutions Limited (ADSI)

2024-12 - 2026-07

Supported regulatory engagement with SCA/CMA and ADGM FSRA, leading a group‑wide transformation of compliance, AML/CFT and governance frameworks. Oversaw compliance across ADS Holding entities, including SCA‑regulated brokerage and ADGM‑regulated asset/wealth management businesses. Provided board‑level advisory on corporate governance, regulatory compliance and AML/CFT oversight, ensuring alignment with FSRA requirements.

Languages

English

fluent

French