Hana Al Murran

Joined Esterad Bank in 2024

Hana Al Murran brings over 22 years of extensive experience in regulatory, banking and finance to her role at Esterad Bank B.S.C. (c). Her career spans leadership positions in compliance, governance, and anti-money laundering (AML), focusing on developing and enhancing regulatory frameworks, and ensuring adherence to compliance standards. Prior to joining Esterad Bank, she served as Head of Compliance, Governance, and MLRO at SAYACORP B.S.C. (c), formerly known as First Energy Bank B.S.C (c), where she managed compliance and corporate governance across multiple sectors and jurisdictions, including the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC). As a Head of Compliance and AML, she also established and developed the compliance function at Ithmaar Bank B.S.C, and contributed in the development of Bahrain’s Islamic financial sector during her 11-year tenure at the Central Bank of Bahrain (CBB), where she last served as Head of Islamic Retail Banking Supervision.

Beyond her professional roles, Hana has been actively involved in industry initiatives. Previously she chaired the AML and Compliance Committee of the Bahrain Association of Banks (BAB), and has actively participated in the development of international Islamic regulatory standards through her work with the Islamic Financial Services Board (IFSB). She holds an MBA with merits from the University of Strathclyde - UK, and a Bachelor’s degree with honor in Banking and Finance from the University of Bahrain. Hana is also a Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist (CAMS), from USA.