Samer Hamam
About Samer Hamam
Samer Hamam serves as the Chief Control Office Lead for Wholesale Banking in MENA & Turkey at HSBC, a position he has held since 2021. With extensive experience in risk management and operational roles, he has worked at HSBC in various capacities since 2007, including interim Chief Operating Officer for Commercial Banking in the UAE.
Work at HSBC
Samer Hamam has held multiple positions at HSBC since joining the organization. Currently, he serves as the Chief Control Office Lead (CCO) for Wholesale Banking in the MENA & Turkey region, a role he has occupied since 2021. Prior to this, he was the Chief Control Office Lead for Commercial Banking in the same region from 2019 to 2021. Additionally, he has served as the Chief Operating Officer (interim) for Commercial Banking in the UAE since 2020. His career at HSBC also includes roles such as Business Banking Support Manager and Senior Relationship Manager, showcasing a progressive trajectory within the company.
Education and Expertise
Samer Hamam holds a Bachelor's degree in Economics from Muta University, where he studied from 1999 to 2003. He furthered his education at RAMS, completing a 10-year program from 1989 to 1999. He is a certified risk manager with a specialization in Operational Risk and internal controls. His expertise extends to developing and implementing Enterprise Risk Management and Risk Governance frameworks, as well as managing Non-Financial Risks, including Financial Crime Risks and Regulatory Compliance.
Background
Before his tenure at HSBC, Samer Hamam worked at Arab Bank as a Credit Officer from 2003 to 2007 in Jordan. His extensive career in banking and risk management spans several years and includes various roles that have contributed to his comprehensive understanding of the financial sector. His experience includes significant positions in client management and business information security risk, which have shaped his current leadership capabilities.
Achievements
Throughout his career, Samer Hamam has demonstrated a proven ability to interface and negotiate with senior executives, internal and external stakeholders, and regulators. He has successfully managed teams and has been involved in coaching and training staff to maximize their potential. His extensive experience in risk management has positioned him as a key figure in implementing effective risk governance frameworks within HSBC.