
Timeline
About me
Compliance Analyst at Avantia Law | Founder at EGIMUN
Education

Cairo american college
2007 - 2021High school diploma 3.93 gpaActivities and Societies: National Honors Society, INJAZ, CACMUN, Student Council, Power of You, Dayretna, NESDA, Swim Team

King's college london
2021 - 2024Bachelor of laws - llb law
Experience

Egimun
Jan 2019 - nowFounderFounded the first educational and leadership conference in the UN-awarded green town of El Gouna, Egypt. Manage a team of over 50 people, including a Secretariat, Academic Committee, and Organizing Committee. Organised highly successful in-person conferences from 2021-2024, attracting over 1200 international attendees.

Dalydress for trading & agencies
Jun 2020 - Aug 2020Summer internInterned at Shamsi For Trading & Agencies for the duration of the summer, working in the Legal and Operations Departments. Reviewed lease agreements for Dalydress, Premoda and Dare shops in over 20 governments. Coordinated maintenance for shops and distribution of sales stickers.

United nations
Sept 2020 - Sept 2020Youth speakerServed as one of eight youth speakers at the United Nations International Day of Peace on September 17th. The speech centered around the importance of stability in the Middle East and the ability of youth and this generation to enact meaningful change and ensure a more peaceful environment.

Host staffing
Sept 2021 - Mar 2022Hospitality associateWorked flexible shifts as hospitality associate at various events, stadiums, arenas, shops, and restaurants. Notable roles include till operator and server at Emirates Stadium, Stamford Bridge, and London Stadium, showcasing adaptability and responsibility. Cultivated essential skills like commitment, time-management, and organization while pursuing a law degree at King's College London.

Addleshaw goddard
Mar 2022 - Mar 2022Open day attendeeAttended Addleshaw Goddard's in-person open day in London, engaging in presentations, a case study activity, and networking with partners and trainees. Demonstrated critical and creative thinking in developing solutions for a company's expansion challenges during the case study activity.

Aswan forum
Jun 2022 - Jul 2022InternContributed to the third session of the prestigious Aswan Forum for Sustainable Peace and Development sponsored by the Egyptian Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Organized and facilitated the Youth Dialogue Session, ensuring meaningful participation of young leaders. Improved communication skills through media coverage coordination and gained insights into pressing issues related to sustainable peace and development.

Bonellierede
Jul 2022 - Aug 2022Legal internCollaborated with a diverse team on drafting legal opinions and memorandums in specialized areas such as data privacy and labor law. Played a key role in establishing a legal entity, gaining hands-on knowledge of entity formation and regulatory procedures. Developed strong teamwork, communication, and drafting skills while sharpening legal acumen for a successful career.

Matouk bassiouny
Aug 2022 - Sept 2022Legal internWorked in Mergers & Acquisitions department under partner Hazem El Guindi. Conducted extensive research, contributed to drafting due diligence reports and legal agreements, and developed skills in legal drafting, analysis, and communication. Expanded knowledge of Islamic Sharia Law and gained valuable insights into the region's legal framework.

King's college london environmental law & regulation society
Oct 2022 - Jun 2023TreasurerOversaw all financial transactions, including budgeting, invoicing, and expense tracking, ensuring accuracy and compliance with financial policies. Implemented effective financial strategies, conducted analysis, and provided valuable insights to support decision-making. Supported the society's mission of promoting environmental law and regulation, and contributed to its financial stability and success.

Legal cheek
Apr 2023 - Apr 2023Vacation scheme attendeeEngaged in interactive workshops and panel discussions with leading law firms and legal experts at Legal Cheek Spring 2023 Virtual Vacation Scheme, gaining valuable insights into industry trends including technology's impact on legal practice and the importance of diversity and inclusion initiatives.

Baker mckenzie
Jun 2023 - Jul 2023Legal internConduced extensive legal research on Islamic financing structures to support the team in a complex litigation dispute in Malta. Delved deep into the intricacies of Islamic financing principles and regulations, analysing how they intersected with the relevant laws for the case.

Riverbank s.a.
Jul 2023 - Aug 2023Legal internManaged an array of cross-jurisdictional tasks in Netherlands, Luxembourg, and France. Oversaw NDA drafting, ensuring regulatory compliance and paving the way for future collaborations. Collaborated with the data team on Powens for GDPR adherence and efficient client data management. Scrutinized loan and pledge agreements, safeguarding client interests during default scenarios.

White & case llp
Aug 2023 - Sept 2023Legal intern
Avantia law
Aug 2024 - nowCompliance analystAs a Compliance Analyst, my role involves ensuring compliance with Know Your Customer (KYC) regulations, a critical aspect of our legal services. I am responsible for conducting thorough due diligence on clients, identifying potential risks, and ensuring that our compliance standards are rigorously upheld.Avantia is leading the way in legal services innovation. We combine expert lawyers and custom-built AI technology to deliver tailor-made compliance and legal services for private equity and asset management firms. Show less
Licenses & Certifications

Spring skills certificate
Bpp law schoolApr 2023
Virtual insight programme
Slaughter and mayJul 2023
Virtual learning programme
White & case llpMar 2023
Honors & Awards
- Awarded to Abdullah ShamsiInternational Baccalaureate Certificate International Baccaleaurate Jul 2021
- Awarded to Abdullah ShamsiBest History Student Cairo American College May 2020
- Awarded to Abdullah ShamsiTop 10 Class GPA Cairo American College May 2020
- Awarded to Abdullah ShamsiTop 10 Class GPA Cairo American College May 2019
- Awarded to Abdullah ShamsiHIAMUN Best Delegate Hayah International Academy Model United Nations (HIAMUN
Volunteer Experience
Director of Innovation and Strategy
Issued by Synergy Network International on Aug 2020
Associated with Abdullah ShamsiDiplomat MENA Region
Issued by MUN Impact on May 2020
Associated with Abdullah ShamsiMUN@Home Under Secretary-General
Issued by MUN Impact on Mar 2020
Associated with Abdullah ShamsiCACMUN Deputy Secretary-General
Issued by Cairo American College on Nov 2019
Associated with Abdullah ShamsiHIAMUN GA1 President
Issued by Hayah International Academy on May 2019
Associated with Abdullah ShamsiSophomore Class Vice President
Issued by Cairo American College on Aug 2018
Associated with Abdullah Shamsi
Languages
- enEnglish
- arArabic
- spSpanish
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