Khalid ALSAYAHANI , PMP®, CME-1

Experience

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  HSBC

  Feb 2021 - now

  •Spearhead QFI setup for linking portfolios to corresponding funds, ensuring accurate and timely registration and maintenance of client accounts.•Manage end-to-end DPM setup for institutional clients, ensuring smooth coordination between various business lines and ensuring compliance with CMA regulations.•Conduct comprehensive due diligence audits on Custody and Clearing departments, identifying gaps and implementing corrective actions to mitigate operational risks.•Perform analysis and research for custody clients, verifying all documentation related to account setup, transfers, and ongoing maintenance to ensure compliance with local and international regulations.•Collaborate with internal business units and external stakeholders (counterparties, clients) to handle complex queries, resolve escalations, and enhance service delivery.•Ensure adherence to KYC, AML, and CMA regulations, conducting frequent reviews of client information and transaction patterns to detect and prevent fraudulent activities.•Play a key role in systems maintenance and updates, working closely with IT teams to update and optimize internal systems for improved data integrity and operational efficiency.•Supervise and mentor junior team members, providing training on account maintenance, compliance procedures, and system utilization.•Regularly update and enforce internal SOPs(Standard Operating Procedures) to reflect best practices in custodial operations and ensure the team adheres to industry standards.•Lead the coordination of UATs (User Acceptance Testing) for new system implementations and updates on EDAA, providing input on functionality and ensuring smooth rollouts of new features.•Develop and deliver management reports detailing operational performance, risks, and compliance, providing actionable insights for leadership to enhance decision-making. Show less •Managed client accounts and portfolios, ensuring efficient onboarding and setup for high-net-worth individuals (HNWIs) and institutional clients.•Facilitated smooth transaction processing for securities, including buying and selling, ensuring accuracy and timeliness in line with internal standards.•Maintained full compliance with CMA a regulations, focusing on AML/ KYC requirements.•Supported client onboarding by overseeing documentation, verification processes, and alignment with regulatory standards.•Delivered operational support to wealth managers and financial advisors, providing accurate reporting on investment performance, account status, and client financial statements.•Handled client inquiries and escalations, ensuring issues were resolved promptly and with a high degree of professionalism.•Administered all aspects of investment operations, including fund transfers, investment reconciliations, and trade confirmations.•Identified and mitigated operational risks, ensuring alignment with risk policies and control measures to protect client assets.•Leveraged advanced technology platforms to manage data accuracy and troubleshoot system issues, supporting seamless operational workflow. Show less

  • Senior Operations Specialist

    Jun 2022 - now

  • Wealth Management Operations Specialist

    Feb 2021 - Jun 2022