Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Additional Contributions and Volunteer Work
Certification
Languages
Timeline
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Adam Al Shamali

Punchbowl,Australia

Summary

Results-driven banking professional with over 5 years of progressive experience in financial operations, regulatory compliance, and team leadership within one of Australia’s largest banking institutions. Proven expertise in identifying risks, reviewing high-value transactions, supporting internal audits, and driving compliance with APRA, AML/CTF, and corporate governance standards.

Currently serving as 2IC at Commonwealth Bank, I oversee branch operations, staff training, and procedural adherence, acting as a key liaison for compliance investigations and reporting. Highly skilled in interpreting policy, managing customer risk, and applying critical thinking to mitigate non-compliance and maintain operational integrity.

Now seeking to leverage my banking insight and compliance acumen in a dedicated Compliance Officer role where attention to detail, ethical integrity, and regulatory understanding are paramount.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

2IC (Second in Command) – Branch Operations

Commonwealth Bank
06.2024 - Current

· Oversee daily branch operations, ensuring strict adherence to internal procedures and regulatory standards.

· Act as the primary point of contact in the absence of the Branch Manager, providing leadership and operational direction.

· Coach and train staff on AML/CTF obligations, compliance procedures, and ethical decision-making.

· Liaise with internal compliance teams on investigations and transaction escalations.

· Conduct reviews of high-risk or unusual transactions and escalate for compliance follow-up where required.

· Assist in preparation for internal audits and implement corrective actions.

· Support policy implementation and ensure team understanding of governance frameworks.

· Utilize internal systems to identify anomalies, risk flags, and service inconsistencies.

Financial Settlement Specialist

Commonwealth Bank
01.2022 - 06.2024

· Managed daily reconciliation of financial transactions to ensure accuracy, flagging and investigating inconsistencies.

· Supported fraud detection processes by reporting unusual activity to the relevant teams.

· Ensured all documentation and settlement procedures adhered to APRA and CBA internal regulatory standards.

· Performed high-level quality control on mortgage data to ensure compliance with statutory guidelines.

· Collaborated with risk and legal departments to resolve documentation issues and escalate compliance concerns.

· Assisted in the preparation of audits by compiling accurate records of settlement activities and customer interactions.

· Researched and resolved discrepancies involving title, legal documentation, or suspicious account behavior.

· Implemented improvements to reduce procedural gaps and ensure stronger compliance posture.

Business Banking Associate / CommBiz

Commonwealth Bank
01.2021 - 01.2022
  • Supported CommBiz users in navigating the platform and performing transactions.
  • Guided business clients in setting up features like batch payments and bank feeds.
  • Provided expert-level assistance to new users operating on the platform.
  • Consistently met and exceeded customer service standards as set by Commonwealth Bank.
  • Focused on client satisfaction by offering efficient, tailored support to business users.

Business Support Specialist / Team Leader

Woolworths
01.2018 - 01.2021
  • Managed business accounts and coordinated logistics for high-value orders.
  • Assisted with order placement, delivery scheduling, and client account setup.
  • Worked with transport providers to facilitate large palletized shipments.
  • Ensured accurate billing and communication for ongoing business client operations.

Production Manager

Thyssenkrupp Materials
01.2017 - 01.2018
  • Oversaw inventory intake, production planning, and delivery schedules.
  • Allocated aluminum stock for complex projects and liaised with clients like Boeing.
  • Managed warehouse labor and coordinated remote operations during the pandemic.

Warehouse Manager

CCM Electrical
01.2014 - 01.2016
  • Managed order verification, shipping, and receiving operations.
  • Monitored inventory levels and trained staff on safety and efficiency.
  • Improved warehouse procedures to streamline daily operations.

Concrete Technician / Tester

Coffey Testing
01.2012 - 01.2014
  • Conducted field and lab testing for concrete strength and moisture levels.
  • Prepared testing samples and maintained compliance documentation.
  • Operated forklifts and managed long-term concrete strength testing schedules.

Security Guard

MSS Security Services
01.2011 - 01.2012
  • Performed security duties at Gatehouse (Macquarie Links), Governor Philip Tower, and Gateway Tower.

Advertising Consultant

D.P.C | Dubai
01.2006 - 12.2006
  • Conducted sales, promotional campaigns, and client liaison for advertising services.

Education

Bachelor of Business - Admin & Management

Griffith University
05.2026

Cert II in Security Ops - First Aid

JPR Security Services
01.2011

Diploma in Business - Marketing

Ultimo TAFE
01.2010

Year 12 Completion - undefined

D.A.S.S High School
01.2006

Skills

  • Regulatory Awareness (eg APRA, ASIC, AML/CTF)
  • Risk Assessment & Mitigation
  • Internal Audits & Reporting
  • Process Compliance & Control Monitoring
  • Policy Interpretation & Implementation
  • Transaction Review & Anomaly Detection
  • Ethical Decision-Making
  • Governance & Code of Conduct Adherence
  • Management
  • Strong Communication
  • Project Management
  • Customer-focused
  • Coaching / Staff Development

Additional Contributions and Volunteer Work

  • Assisted 50+ families with the VHF homebuyer program.
  • Created training media for CBA Lending Team.

Certification

Griffith University | Bachelor of Business (Admin & Management) – Expected 05/2026
JPR Security Services | Cert II in Security Ops + First Aid – 01/2011
Ultimo TAFE | Diploma in Business Marketing – 01/2010
D.A.S.S High School | Year 12 Completion – 01/2006

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Arabic
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

2IC (Second in Command) – Branch Operations

Commonwealth Bank
06.2024 - Current

Financial Settlement Specialist

Commonwealth Bank
01.2022 - 06.2024

Business Banking Associate / CommBiz

Commonwealth Bank
01.2021 - 01.2022

Business Support Specialist / Team Leader

Woolworths
01.2018 - 01.2021

Production Manager

Thyssenkrupp Materials
01.2017 - 01.2018

Warehouse Manager

CCM Electrical
01.2014 - 01.2016

Concrete Technician / Tester

Coffey Testing
01.2012 - 01.2014

Security Guard

MSS Security Services
01.2011 - 01.2012

Advertising Consultant

D.P.C | Dubai
01.2006 - 12.2006

Cert II in Security Ops - First Aid

JPR Security Services

Diploma in Business - Marketing

Ultimo TAFE

Year 12 Completion - undefined

D.A.S.S High School

Bachelor of Business - Admin & Management

Griffith University
Adam Al Shamali