Hoor Marwan

Specialist, FCC Controls

Dubai

Profile summary

CAMS-certified Financial Crime Compliance professional with progressive experience in Governance and FCC at a leading international bank. Demonstrated exceptional performance, ownership, and delivery standards, transitioning into a dedicated FCC role. Committed to upholding strong foundational exposure to regulatory frameworks, internal controls, and oversight structures.

Career highlights

Maintained 100% SAR Compliance: [Compliance]: Achieved 100% SAR reporting compliance within UAE Central Bank timelines for the 2024-2025 period, with zero risk or control breaches.

Leading Regulatory Transformation Initiative: Project Management: Led Project Junius, a Central Bank regulatory transformation initiative focused on CAD system modifications.

High-Scoring ACAMS Certification: [Certification]: Obtained Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist (CAMS) credential with a 92% score in 2024.

Key skills

Skills
Financial Crime Compliance and Regulatory ExpertiseRisk Controls and GovernanceRegulatory SAR Reporting to CBUAERegulatory and Stakeholder EngagementTransaction Monitoring SystemsAML InvestigationsKnow Your Customer (KYC) ProceduresSanctions ScreeningData Analysis

Professional experience

Specialist, FCC ControlsSep 2023 - Present
Standard Chartered Bank, Dubai | Dubai

- Ensured 100% SAR reporting compliance with UAE Central Bank timelines. - Managed FCC risk routines, achieving nil breaches weekly, monthly, and quarterly. - Delivered regulatory RFIs ahead of deadlines with full documentation accuracy. - Contributed to MLRO regulatory reports for CBUAE and SCA.

  • 100% SAR reporting compliance (2024–2025) within UAE Central Bank timelines
  • Nil risk, control, and conduct breaches (2024–2025 YTD)
  • Leading Central Bank regulatory transformation initiative – Project Junius (2025)
  • First member of the Mustaqbali Graduate Program batch in 2024 to transition into a higher FCC role
Administrative Assistant ManagerJan 2022 - Sep 2023
Dubai Holding, Jumeirah Emirates Towers | Dubai

- Led departmental operations and compliance oversight. - Managed procurement, financial approvals, monthly accruals, and contract negotiations. - Enhanced team productivity and workflow through optimization efforts. - Coordinated escalations and stakeholder communications.

  • Emirati Winner of the Year – Jumeirah Strategic Business Units (2022)
  • Spirit of Jumeirah Award (2022)
Administrative CoordinatorJan 2019 - Jan 2022
Dubai Holding, Jumeirah Emirates Towers | Dubai

- Managed financial reporting, including P&L statements and accrual submissions. - Coordinated annual leave planning and operational resource allocation. - Ensured adherence to all forecasted budget controls.

  • Jumeirah Emirates Towers Apprentice Award (2020)
National Youth ProgramDec 2018 - Jan 2019
Dubai Holding, Jumeirah Emirates Towers | Dubai

- Gained exposure across multiple operational divisions via a rotational program. - Cultivated adaptability through cross-functional experiences.

National Youth ProgramDec 2018 - Jan 2019
Dubai Holding, Jumeirah Emirates Towers | Dubai

- Completed rotational program across multiple operational divisions, gaining broad exposure. - Cultivated adaptability and cross-functional understanding through varied assignments.

Education

Certificate, Financial Crime ComplianceJan 2024 - Jan 2024
Emirates Institute of Finance

Completed ACAMS certification preparation.

Bachelor's Degree, Communication and Media SciencesJan 2019 - Jan 2023
Zayed University, Dubai
Master's, BusinessJan 2011 - Jan 2015
Wardiere University
Bachelor's Degree, Sales and CommerceJan 2011 - Jan 2015
Wardiere University

Certifications

Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist, CAMSACAMS
HR Cross-Training CertificationBurj Al Arab