I am seeking a senior managerial / Director role in risk, compliance or financial reporting at an organization that values governance, data-driven decision making, and sustainable finance.
BAOpen to opportunities
Bader Aloun
@baderaloun
Chief banking controller with expertise in risk, compliance, IFRS, and data-driven financial reporting.
SpainWhat I'm looking for
I am a Chief banking controller with 16 years of experience in banking, regulation, risk and governance, leading teams to improve financial reporting and compliance.
I led major data and reporting reform projects using Oracle-based systems, achieving an 80% reduction in reporting time and substantial cost savings while aligning reporting to IFRS 9 and IFRS 16.
I have managed teams on Basel III compliance, regulatory reporting, FinTech initiatives, and ESG/digitization efforts, and served on strategic committees for liquidity, credit and Business-IT.
I am passionate about sustainable finance, pursuing FRM/CPA credentials, and seeking a higher managerial role where I can drive risk, AML, governance and data-driven reporting improvements.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
CK
Current
Chief Banking Controller
Central Bank of Kuwait
Apr 2012 - Present (13 years 7 months)
Led teams to resolve complex reporting issues and implement Oracle-based systems, reducing reporting time by ~80% and improving IFRS 9/16 compliance; drove ESG and data digitization initiatives that increased operational efficiency and supported Basel III regulatory reporting.
BB
Relationship Manager
Boubyan Bank
Dec 2011 - Apr 2012 (4 months)
Managed an affluent portfolio (~3 MDK) delivering deposits, credit structuring and investment solutions; met 100% of sales targets and prospected high-net-worth clients through targeted channels.
HSPremier Relationship Manager
HSBC
Jun 2011 - Oct 2011 (4 months)
Increased new customer acquisition by 70% in 3 months and improved wealth-product penetration by coaching staff and optimizing customer value through tailored product delivery.
NKPersonal Banking Officer
National Bank of Kuwait
Dec 2007 - May 2011 (3 years 5 months)
Processed commercial loan applications, analyzed financial statements and collateral, and achieved 'Best Employee' twice for exceeding sales targets and building strong client relationships.
NKCall Centre Agent
National Bank of Kuwait
Apr 2006 - Aug 2007 (1 year 4 months)
Provided customer support and transactional assistance as a part-time call centre agent, supporting retail banking operations and client service delivery.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
GPGlobal Association of Risk Professionals
Financial Risk Manager (FRM), Risk Management
2025 - 2025
Completed the Financial Risk Manager (FRM) program with GARP in May–June 2025.
GPGlobal Association of Risk Professionals
Sustainability and Climate Risk (SCR), Risk Management
2024 - 2025
Completed the Sustainability and Climate Risk (SCR) program with GARP from April 2024 to June 2025.
GTGulf University for Science and Technology
Bachelor of Arts, Finance
2003 - 2007
Completed a Bachelor of Arts in Finance at Gulf University for Science and Technology from January 2003 to August 2007.
IS
Institute of Banking Studies
Introduction to Investment, Investment
Completed an introductory course on investment at the Institute of Banking Studies.
AI
Arab Planning Institute
Project Financing for Small and Medium Businesses, Project Financing
Completed a course on project financing for small and medium businesses at the Arabian Planning Institute.
CKCentral Bank of Kuwait
Business Continuity Management, Business Continuity
Completed training in Business Continuity Management at the Central Bank of Kuwait.
BB
Boubyan Bank
Relationship Management Accreditation, Relationship Management
Completed Relationship Management Stage I & II accreditation at Boubyan Bank.
HD
HSBC (Doha)
Relationship Manager Accreditation, Relationship Management
Completed Relationship Manager accreditation training with HSBC in Doha.
Availability
Open to opportunities
Location
Spain
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