Tania Sunny is a specialist in Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and forensic investigations, and she is FSRA-authorized as a Money Laundering Reporting Officer (MLRO). With over a decade of international experience, she currently serves as the Head of Legal, Risk & Compliance at Sanctuary. Tania’s early years were spent in Dubai, followed by 13 years in North America, where she pursued higher education and built her professional career. This combination of regional insight and global best practices enriches her approach to compliance and risk management.
While working in Toronto, Canada, Tania gained extensive expertise as an AML strategist, focusing on forensic investigations, Enterprise AML transformations, and regulatory compliance. Her experience includes roles with Canada's Big Five Banks and Deloitte, where she established herself as a trusted advisor in the financial sector.
At Sanctuary, she leads legal, governance, compliance, and risk management functions, ensuring adherence to UAE laws and global standards. Tania’s professional credentials include certifications as a Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist (CAMS) and a Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE). She holds an undergraduate degree in Business Administration from Drexel University, USA.
