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Hanan Saflo

Doha,Qatar

Summary

Effective leader and problem-solver dedicated to streamlining operations to decrease costs and promote organizational efficiency. Highly committed with hardworking mentality to maintain quality of services and products. Collaborative leader with dedication to partnering with coworkers to promote engaged, empowering work culture. Documented strengths in building and maintaining relationships with diverse range of stakeholders in dynamic, fast-paced settings. Bringing 15 years of experience in field and ready to take on challenging, growth-oriented role with the company.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Sr.Manager - Internal Audit and Compliance

Gulf Warehousing comany - GWC
Doha, Qatar
05.2015 - Current
  • Support development and execution of the risk-based Annual Internal Audit Plan covering operational, financial, compliance, and governance audits across Group entities.
  • Lead and supervise end-to-end internal audit engagements in accordance with IIA standards, including risk assessment, control evaluation, reporting, and follow-up.
  • Execute enterprise risk assessments and maintain the risk-weighted Audit Universe.
  • Conduct audits across key functions including Procurement, Logistics & Warehousing, Freight & Shipping, HR, Finance, DoA, Compliance, and Corporate Governance.
  • Manage ICOFR testing (32+ Entity-Level Controls), disclosure controls, and coordination with external auditors.
  • Prepare and present audit reports to Senior Management and support Audit Committee reporting.
  • Monitor corrective action implementation and participate in special reviews and investigations.
  • Support regulatory compliance and preparation of the Annual Corporate Governance Report in line with QFMA, QSE, and QCSD requirements.
  • Lead cross-functional initiatives, manage team performance, optimize operational resources, and deliver performance insights to stakeholders.

Manager - Compliance & Audit

GWC
Doha, Qatar
01.2022 - 01.2024
  • Lead the review, development, and periodic update of corporate policies and governance frameworks to ensure full alignment with applicable laws, regulatory requirements, and best governance practices.
  • Manage and execute the Internal Control over Financial Reporting (ICOFR) framework, including testing and documentation of 32+ Entity-Level Controls (ELCs), disclosure controls, and management certifications.
  • Oversee annual insider declarations and acknowledgments for Board members and designated insiders, ensuring effective monitoring of trading activities and strict enforcement of blackout period controls.
  • Ensure full compliance with regulatory requirements of the Qatar Financial Markets Authority (QFMA), Qatar Stock Exchange (QSE), Qatar Central Securities Depository (QCSD), and the Ministry of Commerce and Industry.
  • Identify regulatory gaps and areas of non-compliance, perform root cause analysis, and develop practical corrective action plans to ensure timely remediation, and sustained compliance.
  • Serve as a key point of contact for shareholders, responding to inquiries related to shares, disclosures, and corporate matters, ensuring transparency and regulatory adherence.

Internal Auidt Compliance Assistant Manager

Gulf Warehousing Company
Doha, Qatar
01.2017 - 12.2021
  • Design and oversee the Company’s Risk, Compliance, and Internal Control Framework to ensure full alignment with regulatory requirements and corporate governance standards.
  • Conduct enterprise risk assessments and continuously evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls, identifying gaps and recommending corrective actions.
  • Advise the Board and Executive Management on compliance exposure, regulatory developments, and risk mitigation strategies.
  • Ensure organization-wide compliance with regulatory bodies including QFMA, QSE, QCSD, and Ministry of Commerce.
  • Lead periodic policy reviews and updates to maintain alignment with evolving legal and governance requirements.
  • Monitor key compliance areas including AML/CTF, Financial Crime, Anti-Bribery & Corruption, Conflicts of Interest, Market Abuse, and Code of Conduct enforcement.
  • Prepare compliance and risk reports for Senior Management, Audit Committee, and external regulators.
  • Reviewed and updated company compliance documentation, ensuring it remained current with legislative changes.

Compliance Supervisor

GWC
Doha, Qatar
05.2015 - 01.2017
  • Supervised day-to-day compliance activities to ensure adherence to regulatory requirements and internal policies.
  • Conducted compliance reviews and control testing to identify gaps, assess risks, and recommend corrective actions.
  • Monitored regulatory obligations and supported implementation of compliance frameworks across business units.
  • Assisted in policy development, updates, and communication to ensure alignment with applicable laws and governance standards.
  • Supported preparation of compliance reports for management and facilitated follow-up
  • Coordinated with different departments to integrate compliance controls into operational procedures.

Executive Coordinator

Qatar Financial Market Authority - QFMA
Doha, Qatar
04.2011 - 04.2015

· Perform a daily press review to detect and comment any event or information that might have a significant impact on the stock price of Qatar Stock Exchange’s listed companies.

· Prepare letters and internal memos and review all communications and reports prior to be sent internally or externally.

· Hold updated and accurate records of QSE’s listed companies’ board members.

· Coordinate and arrange the head of department’s meetings internally or externally.

· Manage incoming and outgoing communications with different related parties and ensure the follow up of all communications.

· Coordinate between the team members and external institutions to hold meetings or conference calls.

· Organizing paper & electronic documents.

· Prepare a weekly report of accomplished tasks and projects to be sent to the CEO office.

· Translate several correspondences.

Education

Bachelor Degree Majoring in English Literature. - English Literature

Faculty of Arts And Humanities
Aleppo - Syria
09.2010

Certified Compliance Officer (CCO) -

High Level Training Institute (HLTI)
10.2021

ICDL Certificate - ICDL

Ebla
Syria - Idlib
07.2010

Skills

  • P>Compliance reviews
  • P>Auditing
  • P>Analytical thinking
  • P>Strategic thinking
  • P>Management Experience

Languages

  • Arabic

  • English

Languages

Advanced,5,Advanced,5

Hobbies and Interests

  • Sports: Running and Swimming.

  • Cultural activities: literature and Museum.

  • Reading

Languages

Arabic
First Language

Interests

  • Swimming and Reading

Timeline

Manager - Compliance & Audit

GWC
01.2022 - 01.2024

Internal Auidt Compliance Assistant Manager

Gulf Warehousing Company
01.2017 - 12.2021

Sr.Manager - Internal Audit and Compliance

Gulf Warehousing comany - GWC
05.2015 - Current

Compliance Supervisor

GWC
05.2015 - 01.2017

Executive Coordinator

Qatar Financial Market Authority - QFMA
04.2011 - 04.2015

Bachelor Degree Majoring in English Literature. - English Literature

Faculty of Arts And Humanities

Certified Compliance Officer (CCO) -

High Level Training Institute (HLTI)

ICDL Certificate - ICDL

Ebla
Hanan Saflo