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Bullion World | Volume 4 | Issue 3 | March 2024

Ms Jamie Belino,
Compliance Officer, AL Etihad Gold Refinery DMCC
In compliance and supply chain due diligence within
the gold bullion industry, women play a crucial role
encompassing oversight, strategy, and innovation.
They ensure ethical sourcing, regulatory compliance,
and sustainable operations, leveraging expertise in
risk management and process optimization. Despite a
predominantly male-dominated sector, women contribute
fresh perspectives and diverse skills, enhancing
operational efficiency and fostering innovation.
Their presence is vital from refining and trading to
sustainability and compliance, shaping the industry's
future trajectory.
In looking to the future, women in compliance and
supply chain due diligence seek greater representation
in leadership roles to drive impactful change. Cultivating
a culture of diversity and equality is crucial for unlocking
women's collective talent and creativity. Tailored training
and development programs will empower them to excel
in their careers and confidently assume leadership
positions. To achieve these changes, a holistic approach
is essential, addressing systemic barriers and promoting
empowerment and support for women in the gold bullion
industry. This involves implementing policies for gender
diversity, offering mentorship and networking, and
advocating for equal career opportunities. By fostering Ms Jamie Belino
an inclusive environment, we can unlock women's full
potential, driving sustainable growth and innovation.

in the metals markets overall, not just in the precious
metals sector. I think it is fair to say that the female sex
has always been well-represented in this sphere. In the
first nine years of my career I had three different Line
Managers – all women, and that was back in the late
1970s / early 1980s! I don’t believe that there is much
difference in approach from either gender, at least not
when it comes to analysis.

In the financial sector, with the massive financial
responsibilities that the dealers have to carry, it is not
at all unusual for a dealing room to have a lively, if not
spirited, atmosphere. These are not places for shrinking
violets so everyone needs to have a strong character. It
is arguable, but only up to a point, that the ladies might
find that off-putting, but in general most of the men seem
to think that we girls are more than capable of holding
our own! One thing that does permeate the system –
the ladies are very rarely as forward as the men when it

Ms Rhona O’Connell comes to demanding better remuneration. Finally; if I had
to advise a young woman on how best to get on, I would
Ms Rhona O’Connell, say exactly the same as I would say to a young man;
Head of Market Analysis- EMEA & Asia, StoneX work hard, keep your head down and always maintain a
There is a reasonably high number of female analysts sense of humour!

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