Maher Sinjar - Compliance Officer

Q: Where is Maher based?

Maher is based in Bielefeld, Germany .

Q: What languages does Maher speak?

Maher speaks the following languages: Arabic (Native), English (Advanced), French (Advanced), German (Intermediate) .

Q: How many years of experience does Maher have?

Maher has at least 28 years of experience. During this time, Maher has worked in at least 11 different roles and for 11 different companies . The average length of individual experience is 3 years and 6 months . Note that Maher may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

Q: What is Maher's latest experience?

Maher's most recent position is Compliance Officer at Premiere Urgence Internationale .

Q: What companies has Maher worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Maher has worked for Premiere Urgence Internationale , DTIC Group , Pillars Consultancy House , Damascus University , and GIG Group (Fairfax Holding) .

Q: Which industries is Maher most experienced in?

Maher is most experienced in industries like Professional Services , Education , and Insurance . Maher also has some experience in Banking and Finance , Government and Administration , and Food and Beverage .

Q: Which business areas is Maher most experienced in?

Maher is most experienced in business areas like Human Resources , Finance , and Strategy . Maher also has some experience in Sales , Research and Development , and Sustainability Management .

Q: Which industries has Maher worked in recently?

Maher has recently worked in industries like Professional Services , Education , and Insurance .

Q: Which business areas has Maher worked in recently?

Maher has recently worked in business areas like Human Resources , Finance , and Strategy .

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Bielefeld, Germany

Experience

Aug 2024 - Mar 2025

8 months

Compliance Officer

Premiere Urgence Internationale

Jul 2023 - Nov 2023

5 months

Chief Financial Officer

DTIC Group

Sep 2021 - Jul 2023

1 year 11 months

Chief Executive Officer & Founder

Pillars Consultancy House

Apr 2019 - May 2023

4 years 2 months

Syrian Arab Republic

Professor of Risk Management & Sustainable Development

Damascus University

Sep 2016 - Sep 2022

6 years 1 month

Risk Manager

GIG Group (Fairfax Holding)

Mar 2011 - Sep 2016

5 years 7 months

Risk Management Manager

Trust Insurance

Jan 2011 - Present

15 years 3 months

Financial & Business Development Consultant

Freelance

Sep 2007 - Mar 2011

3 years 7 months

Head of Department, Supervision and Financial Researches

Central Bank of Syria

Sep 2006 - Jun 2007

10 months

Credit Analyst

HSBC

Mar 2006 - Sep 2006

7 months

Accountant

Les Olivier Company

Sep 1998 - Present

27 years 7 months

Trainer & Seminars Leader

Self-Employed

Industry Experience

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Experienced in Professional Services, Education, Insurance, Banking and Finance, Government and Administration, and Food and Beverage.

Professional Services

Education

Insurance

Banking and Finance

Government and Administration

Food and Beverage

Business Area Experience

See which departments and functions this freelancer has contributed to most.

Experienced in Human Resources, Finance, Strategy, Sales, Research and Development, and Sustainability Management.

Human Resources

Finance

Strategy

Sales

Research and Development

Sustainability Management

Summary

A highly accomplished professional with over 23 years of extensive experience across management, risk management, sales, marketing, executive leadership, operations management, consulting, and training. Throughout my career, I have successfully led strategic and operational initiatives within industrial, commercial, and service-oriented organizations, consistently delivering measurable results in growth, performance improvement, and organizational efficiency. My background includes managing multidisciplinary teams, optimizing business processes, and driving market expansion across diverse international environments. I possess strong analytical and leadership skills, complemented by the ability to communicate effectively across cultures and foster collaboration within global business structures. Currently seeking a challenging role in business operations, executive management, or Sales Management, where I can leverage my strategic vision, hands-on leadership, and proven expertise to support organizational development, operational excellence, and sustainable grow.

Skills

Communication And Negotiation Skills.
Management & Leadership.
Control, Governance And Internal Audit.
Risk Management (Operational – Insurance – Treasure – Claim – Credit – Supply Chain….)
Strategy Analysis & Planning.
Business Development & Marketing.
Budget And Finance.
Operations & Quality Management.
Icdl Certified.
Deep Experience In Rm, Ia And Erp Systems.
Deep Experience In Microsoft Office (365).
Good Knowledge With Crm Systems.
Deep Experience In Risk Management And Internal Audit Systems.

Languages

Arabic

Native

English

Advanced

French

Advanced

German

Intermediate

Education

Apr 2016 - Feb 2019

PhD, international strategic management · International strategic management · Paris, France

Oct 2005 - Sep 2007

Bordeaux IV

Master, control, audit & finance, financial management · Control, audit & finance · Bordeaux, France

Sep 2002 - Sep 2003

Damascus University

Postgraduate diploma, marketing · Marketing · Damascus, Syrian Arab Republic

...and 1 more

Certifications & licenses

Quality Lead Auditor (ISO 9001)

IRCA

Leadership & Management

ILM

TOT

ILM

ICDL

Statistics

Experience

Total positions 11

Experience in Professional Services 27.5 y

Avg length 6 y

Longest experience 27 y 6 m

Global Experience

Countries worked in 1 (Syrian Arab Republic)

Primary country Syrian Arab Republic

Expertise

Recent roles Compliance Officer, Chief Financial Officer, Chief Executive Officer & Founder

Main industries Professional Services, Education, Insurance

Main business areas Human Resources, Finance, Strategy

Qualifications

Highest degree Doctorate

Certifications earned 4

Profile

Created

December 2025

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Where is Maher based?

Maher is based in Bielefeld, Germany.

What languages does Maher speak?

Maher speaks the following languages: Arabic (Native), English (Advanced), French (Advanced), German (Intermediate).

How many years of experience does Maher have?

Maher has at least 28 years of experience. During this time, Maher has worked in at least 11 different roles and for 11 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 3 years and 6 months. Note that Maher may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

What roles would Maher be best suited for?

Based on recent experience, Maher would be well-suited for roles such as: Compliance Officer, Chief Financial Officer, Chief Executive Officer & Founder.

What is Maher's latest experience?

Maher's most recent position is Compliance Officer at Premiere Urgence Internationale.

What companies has Maher worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Maher has worked for Premiere Urgence Internationale, DTIC Group, Pillars Consultancy House, Damascus University, and GIG Group (Fairfax Holding).

Which industries is Maher most experienced in?

Maher is most experienced in industries like Professional Services, Education, and Insurance. Maher also has some experience in Banking and Finance, Government and Administration, and Food and Beverage.

Which business areas is Maher most experienced in?

Maher is most experienced in business areas like Human Resources, Finance, and Strategy. Maher also has some experience in Sales, Research and Development, and Sustainability Management.

Which industries has Maher worked in recently?

Maher has recently worked in industries like Professional Services, Education, and Insurance.

Which business areas has Maher worked in recently?

Maher has recently worked in business areas like Human Resources, Finance, and Strategy.

What is Maher's education?

Maher holds a Doctorate in International strategic management, a Master in Control, audit & finance from Bordeaux IV, a Bachelor in Marketing from Damascus University and a Bachelor in Management from Damascus University.

Does Maher have any certificates?

Maher has 4 certificates. Among them, these include: Quality Lead Auditor (ISO 9001), Leadership & Management, and TOT.

What is the availability of Maher?

Maher is immediately available part-time for suitable projects.

What is the rate of Maher?

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