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Sultan Alhejaili

Head of Studies & consultations
Riyadh,01

Summary

Accomplished financial integrity and compliance specialist with extensive experience in developing and aligning national policies with international standards, including FATF. Proven track record in regulatory advisory, sanctions implementation, financial investigations, and cross-border engagement. Adept at leading technical teams, advising financial institutions and regulators, and enhancing policy effectiveness through evidence-based assessments and strategic reporting. Committed to advancing institutional integrity, promoting awareness across the financial sector, and supporting global efforts to combat financial crimes through collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Section Head of Studies & Consultations

(SAMA)
01.2025 - Current
  • Policy Development
    Develop, update, and interpret financial integrity policies and guidelines to ensure alignment with international standards and best practices.
  • Technical Advisory
    Provide expert advisory support on financial integrity matters to financial institutions and government regulatory bodies.
  • Impact Assessment and Compliance Monitoring
    Conduct assessments of the impact of new policies and regulations on the financial sector to ensure their effective implementation by financial institutions.
  • Studies and Reporting
    Prepare and publish analytical reports in-depth studies on key issues and trends related to financial integrity.
  • Sanctions Implementation Oversight
    Supervise studies related to the implementation of international and unilateral sanctions, evaluate their impact on the financial sector, and lead related working groups and committees to support the objectives of the Saudi Central Bank.
  • Awareness and Education
    Enhance awareness within the financial sector about financial integrity risks and trends through targeted outreach and educational initiatives.
  • Financial Investigations
    Conduct comprehensive financial investigations related to financial integrity, including parallel financial investigations, ensuring strict enforcement and oversight.
  • International Engagement
    Monitor updates from international organizations on financial integrity topics and participate in relevant activities to promote alignment with global efforts.
  • Policy and Procedure Evaluation
    Perform periodic evaluations and develop reports to assess the effectiveness of current policies and procedures, identifying areas for enhancements
  • Monitoring Regulatory Developments
    Monitor and analyze international and domestic practices and regulatory standards related to financial integrity compliance, ensuring continued alignment with evolving developments.

Senior AML-CTF Compliance Supervisor

(SAMA)
11.2016 - 01.2025
  • Played a key role in the technical team responsible for Saudi Arabia’s Mutual Evaluation by the Financial Action Task Force (FATF), which successfully led to the Kingdom becoming a full member of FATF.
  • Implemented effective compliance policies and procedures to meet regulatory requirements.
  • Investigated potential compliance violations and reported findings to senior management.
  • Performed regular compliance reviews and inspections, identifying non-compliance issues.
  • Analyzed and identified risk areas to determine compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
  • Delivered subject matter expertise for financial institutions on compliance best practices and quality control.

Banking Supervisor

SAMA
02.2009 - 12.2016
  • Strengthened compliance, conducting audits to ensure adherence to regulations.
  • Prepared internal and regulatory financial reports, balance sheets and income statements for banks
  • Established internal audit procedures to validate and improve accuracy of financial reporting provided by banks.
  • Created and managed financial models to assess a bank's financial performance.

Education

Master of Arts - Economics

University of Missouri - Kansas City
USA
04.2001 -

Skills

Staff development

Timeline

Section Head of Studies & Consultations

(SAMA)
01.2025 - Current

Senior AML-CTF Compliance Supervisor

(SAMA)
11.2016 - 01.2025

Banking Supervisor

SAMA
02.2009 - 12.2016

Master of Arts - Economics

University of Missouri - Kansas City
04.2001 -

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