Shati Hossain is an Associate Director in the Compliance division, based in the DIFC. She advises on regulatory strategy, licensing, and governance frameworks, supporting firms navigating complex regulatory environments.

Shati has over 20 years of experience in financial services, spanning regulatory supervision, consulting, and global banking. She has led licensing applications and regulatory engagements, working directly with clients and regulators on market entry, compliance frameworks, and remediation programmes.

She is currently registered with the Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA) and accredited by the Capital Markets Authority (formerly the UAE Securities and Commodities Authority) as a Compliance Officer and Money Laundering Reporting Officer (CO/MLRO).

Prior to joining the firm, Shati held senior roles at Barclays Corporate and Investment Bank, including Vice President within the Markets Chief Controls Office. She has led swap dealer remediation programmes, control enhancements, and governance initiatives, working closely with regulators and senior stakeholders.

She began her career at the Financial Conduct Authority in frontline supervision, before joining KPMG UK LLP, where she delivered Skilled Person (s166) reviews and advised Tier 1 institutions on compliance and governance frameworks.

She holds a BSc (Hons) in Business Studies with Marketing Management and a Postgraduate Diploma from the Chartered Institute of Marketing. Shati serves as an official participant with UN Women UK, reflecting her commitment to global advocacy, governance, and gender equality.