Bassel Al Hindi
Butterworth, Penang
Summary
Dynamic research professional specializing in Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Counter-Terrorist Financing (CTF), with proven expertise in analyzing complex developments across English and Arabic international media sources. Delivers actionable intelligence and risk insights that support strategic and compliance objectives for Fortune 500 clients. Recognized for clear, cross-cultural communication and effective collaboration with senior stakeholders. Highly analytical and committed to continuous learning, with a strong interest in emerging concepts, languages, and complex problem domains.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Research Analyst
IntegraScreen (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd
10.2025 - Current
- Partnered with cross-functional teams to extract actionable insights from complex, multi-source datasets, driving strategic decision-making.
- Delivered comprehensive research reports with clear recommendations, influencing high-level business and compliance strategies.
- Conducted advanced data interpretation and trend analysis to identify risks, opportunities, and market patterns.
- Produced enhanced due diligence reports for senior stakeholders, ensuring accuracy and compliance with regulatory standards.
- Streamlined data collection and analysis processes, improving efficiency and quality of research outputs.
Senior Analyst
Blue Umbrella Sdn Bhd
01.2018 - 09.2025
- Oversaw enhanced due diligence case assignments and managed client communications, ensuring timely and accurate delivery of reports.
- Mentored and coached junior analysts, improving team capabilities and fostering professional growth.
- Increased team productivity by optimizing workflows and introducing time-saving strategies.
- Developed and maintained project plans, timelines, and budgets to ensure successful execution of research initiatives.
- Consolidated and digitized large volumes of data into structured, machine-readable formats, enhancing reporting accuracy and efficiency.
Education
MPhil - Pharmacy
The University of Auckland
Grafton, Auckland, New Zealand12.2024
Master of Science - Pharmacology And Toxicology
Universiti Sains Malaysia
Gelugor, Penang, Malaysia07.2016
Bachelor of Science - Pharmacy
Arab International University
Dara'a, Syria04-2012
Skills
- Cognitive reasoning skills
- Systematic thought recording
- Issue breakdown
- In-depth contextual analysis
- Arabic-English translation support
- Content accuracy verification
- Protocol design expertise
- Team leadership
- Operational flexibility expertise
- SOP development and management
- Training and knowledge transfer
- Training and knowledge transfer
Timeline
Lead Research Analyst
IntegraScreen (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd
10.2025 - Current
Senior Analyst
Blue Umbrella Sdn Bhd
01.2018 - 09.2025
MPhil - Pharmacy
The University of Auckland
Master of Science - Pharmacology And Toxicology
Universiti Sains Malaysia
Bachelor of Science - Pharmacy
Arab International University
Additional Relevant Experience
The following roles strengthened advanced research, documentation, regulatory, and analytical capabilities applicable to intelligence and compliance work:
Technical Author | Machine Intelligence Research Institute, California (remote) | 2023-03 . 2024-05
- Authored detailed narrative scenarios and comprehensive annotations capturing human reasoning strategies to improve AI models’ cognitive alignment with human thought processes.
- Produced context-rich explanations and meta-commentary on narrative decision-making to help AI systems internalize human-style creative problem solving.
- Designed and documented systematic “thinking paths” behind narrative constructs for machine consumption and training.
Production Manager | NatureCeuticals Sdn Bhd, Sungai Petani, Kedah (on site) | 2016-10 . 2017-07
- Oversaw cGMP accreditation, GMP licensing, and product registration activities.
- Led the facility through cGMP audits and implemented process optimization initiatives.
- Managed herbal extract production and SOP development at a traditional medicine manufacturing site.
- Liaised with the Ministry of Health for ISO 9001 and GMP certification and supported regulatory audits.
- Implemented corrective actions and facility upgrades, achieving Phase 1 GMP certification by May 2017.
Translator | IFIN Consulting Sdn Bhd, Kuala Lumpur (remote) | 2013-07 - 2015-09
- Translated classical Arabic religious and historical texts into English for academic and reference use.
- Enhanced client satisfaction by delivering accurate translations within tight deadlines.
- Conducted contextual and terminological research to ensure accurate interpretation of legacy manuscripts.
- Balanced part-time translation work alongside full-time MSc postgraduate studies, demonstrating strong time management and discipline.