JAM MUHAMMAD IMRAN
Deputy Collector Of Customs
Islamabad,ICT
Summary
Highly accomplished and results-oriented compliance professional with nearly 15 years of experience in regulatory compliance, anti-money laundering (AML), counter-financing of terrorist (CFT) and risk management. Proven ability to lead and implement digitalization and automation initiatives, change management, conduct thorough AML investigations, and ensure strict adherence to KYC/CDD policies including compliance to Crypto related activities possessing core knowledge of prevention of Crypto FinCrime and VASP operations. Recognized Subject Matter Expert (SME) on AML/CFT regimes with a strong track record of capacity building for Law Enforcement Agencies (LEAs). Possessing solid background in compliance, project management, privacy management and financial services products adept at navigating complex regulatory landscapes including FATF standards, EU AML Authority, UAE AML Regulatory Regime, Egmont Group, Wolfsberg Group, OFAC Sanctions, Genius Act. Seeking to leverage extensive expertise in a senior compliance role, focusing on strengthening compliance frameworks and mitigating financial crime risks.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Deputy Collector of Customs
Pakistan Customs (Exports)
04.2024 - Current
- Collectorate of Custom Export Karachi plays a key role in implementation of Custom Act, implementation of Export Policy Order and other relevant instructions passed by the Federal Government.
- Assessment and Examination related issues at South Asia Pakistan Terminal (SAPT) and Karachi Gateway Terminal (KGT).
- Adjudication of matters related to contravention of Custom Act 1969.
- Auction of goods at all terminals and sale proceeds matters.
- Trade facilitation and speedy clearance of goods.
- Post Release/verification of PRV of goods declaration filed in Custom Computerized System (CCS).
- Representing department in front of superior courts and Federal tax Ombudsman.
- Ensuring compliance to rules and regulations related to trade.
- Identifying loopholes in automated system and initiate Change Request and resultant change-management.
- Ensuring reports generation using Management Information System (MIS) to analyze data for decision making and policy matters.
- Protection of wildlife by preventing smuggling of wildlife and their parts.
Deputy Director MLRO
Pakistan Customs Intelligence & Investigation
12.2021 - 03.2024
- Directorate General of Intelligence & Investigation-Customs is a major enforcement agency responsible for anti-smuggling, anti-trade-based money laundering (TBML) and AML activities.
- Spearhead capacity building initiative for officials and officers of LEAs in Pakistan on AML/CFT Risk Based Approach (RBA) and Trade-Based Money Laundering (TBML), aligning with the AML Act 2010 and FATF Regime. Have trained more than 300 officers over past three years of Pakistan Customs & Federal Investigation Agency (FIA).
- Served as a MLRO and focal person for the department within the Financial Monitoring Unit (FMU) of Pakistan, managing the receipt of STRs via the goAML and their dissemination to regional directorate of the Directorate General of Intelligence & Investigation-Customs for almost 2.5 years.
- Filing Request for Information (RFI) to Financial Monitoring Unit (FMU) using goAML platform for data exchanges.
- Helping in detection and investigation of Money Laundering (ML)/Terrorism Financing (TF) cases, including Trade-Based Money Laundering (TBML), ensuring strong compliance.
- Led department representation at FATF Secretariat (Islamabad) and NACTA meetings, coordinating with the FATF Cell of the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) as Deputy Director, Directorate of AML/CFT named as Cross Border Currency Movement (CBCM) addressing FATF Immediate Outcome 6 & 8.
Assistant/Deputy Collector of Customs
Pakistan Customs
01.2011 - 12.2020
- Pakistan Customs plays a key role in implementation of Custom Act, duty and taxes collection along with automation related to Pakistan Single Window.
- Played a key role in the digitalization and roll-out of the Custom Computerized System (CCS) at various Customs Stations, resolving trade-related issues for expedited clearance.
- Supervise anti-smuggling operations involving contraband, currency, precursor, and non-duty paid items, leading to successful seizures.
- Oversaw the implementation of Import and Export Control Acts, ensuring regulatory compliance and trade facilitation.
- Managed timely clearance of goods at import and export stages, acting as a regulator and compliance officer.
Education
Certificate - Risk Management in Digital Assets Technology
TCAE
02.2026 - 02.2026
Certificate - RBA Use of Blockchain Analytics in AML
AML Certification Center
02.2026 - 02.2026
Certificate - Adopting To FATF Grey List Updates
PRO AML
02.2026 - 02.2026
Certificate - ACAMS 2026 Global Threats Report
ACAMS
02.2026 - 02.2026
Certificate - Role of AI in AML
PRO AML
02.2026 - 02.2026
Certificate - AFC Trend: Navigating Crypto & Sanctions
ACAMS
12.2025 - 12.2025
Certificate - UAE AML Regulatory Framework
ACAMS
12.2025
Certificate - Crypto FinCrime
AML Certification Center
10.2025
Certificate - VAMP- VASPs AML Practitioner Course
Risknex
10.2025
Certificate - Certified Anti-money Laundering Specialist (CAMS)
Association of Certified Anti-money Laundering Specialists (ACAMS)
04.2025
Certificate - Certified AML Professional (CAMLP)
Institute of Financial Markets of Pakistan (IFMP)
09.2021
Post-Graduate Certificate - Financial Services Compliance Administration (FCA)
Seneca College, Newham, Toronto
05.2021
MBBS - Medicine
Nishtar Medical College
Multan 01.2003 - 04.2008
Bachelor of Science -
Bahauddin Zakariya University
Multan03.2006
Skills
Risk Management: Solid background knowledge in risk management, change management and public administration
Leadership & Project Management: Proven experience in project management and effective leadership in implementing computerized clearance systems
Regulatory Compliance: Ability to ensure strict compliance with AML & KYC policies possessing in-depth knowledge of Pakistan AML Act 2020, Canadian and American laws & Regulations , Patriot Act, OFAC, (FINTRAC & FinCEN actions)
AML/CFT Expertise: In-depth knowledge of FATF Standards, AML/CFT Regime, KYC, CIP, and CDD control and policies Expertise in AML investigations, red flags, UTR investigations, and STR filing
Communication & Interpersonal Skills: Strong relationship management, negotiation, and influencing skills to resolve conflicting points and develop solutions Effective communication and problem-solving skills for documenting investigation conclusions and ensuring compliance
Organizational Skills: Attention to detail and strong organizational, time-management, and multitasking abilities
Accomplishments
- Passed Financial Services Compliance Administration (FCA) with Honors, nominated to President's Honors list of Seneca College, Toronto.
- Accredited Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist (CAMS) from the Association of Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialists of the US (ACAMS).
- Accredited UAE AML Regulatory framework from ACAMS.
- Accredited Certified Anti-Money Laundering Professional (CAMLP) by the Institution of Financial Markets of Pakistan (IFMP).
- Certified VAMP/VASP as AML Practitioner & Crypto Fin Crime expert by AML Certification Center.
- Successfully supervised the digitalization of Cargo Complex (JIAP) and Karachi sea port in 2012 and Gwadar Port in 2019.
- Participated in the development of Custom Computerized System (CCS) modules, contributing to the department's digitalization efforts.
- Served as AC/DC Management Information System (MIS) for over 10 years.
- Awarded certificate for meritorious performance twice and consistently received cash rewards for successful anti-smuggling detections and seizures.
PROFESSIONAL TRAININGS
- Mid-Career Management Course, National Institute of Management, 2023
- Economic Intelligence Course, National Intelligence Academy (NIA), 2022
- Crime Scene Management & Investigation, National Police Academy & UNODC, 2022
- FMU & LEAs Interface Session for Effective use of Financial Intelligence, UNODC, 2021
- Strategic Trade Control Enforcement (STCE), WCO National Workshop, 2018
- CRM & PCA Module Familiarization Course, Train the Trainer Development Program, USAID, 2014
- Training Skills Course, Train the Trainer Development Program, USAID, 2014
- Specialized Training Program, Customs Academy of Pakistan, Karachi, 2012
- Common Training Program (CTP), Civil Services Academy, Lahore, 2011
Timeline
Certificate - Risk Management in Digital Assets Technology
TCAE
02.2026 - 02.2026
Certificate - RBA Use of Blockchain Analytics in AML
AML Certification Center
02.2026 - 02.2026
Certificate - Adopting To FATF Grey List Updates
PRO AML
02.2026 - 02.2026
Certificate - ACAMS 2026 Global Threats Report
ACAMS
02.2026 - 02.2026
Certificate - Role of AI in AML
PRO AML
02.2026 - 02.2026
Certificate - AFC Trend: Navigating Crypto & Sanctions
ACAMS
12.2025 - 12.2025
Deputy Collector of Customs
Pakistan Customs (Exports)
04.2024 - Current
Deputy Director MLRO
Pakistan Customs Intelligence & Investigation
12.2021 - 03.2024
Assistant/Deputy Collector of Customs
Pakistan Customs
01.2011 - 12.2020
MBBS - Medicine
Nishtar Medical College
01.2003 - 04.2008
Certificate - UAE AML Regulatory Framework
ACAMS
Certificate - Crypto FinCrime
AML Certification Center
Certificate - VAMP- VASPs AML Practitioner Course
Risknex
Certificate - Certified Anti-money Laundering Specialist (CAMS)
Association of Certified Anti-money Laundering Specialists (ACAMS)
Certificate - Certified AML Professional (CAMLP)
Institute of Financial Markets of Pakistan (IFMP)
Post-Graduate Certificate - Financial Services Compliance Administration (FCA)
Seneca College, Newham, Toronto
Bachelor of Science -
Bahauddin Zakariya University