Chief Financial Officer

We are seeking a highly qualified and experienced CFO for a leading insurance company in Dubai.

The ideal candidate will be a finance professional with a strong insurance background, well-versed in UAE Central Bank regulations, and capable of providing strategic financial leadership, ensuring regulatory compliance, and driving sustainable growth.

Key Responsibilities Strategic Financial Leadership

• Develop and execute the company's financial strategy aligned with business objectives.
• Provide financial insights and guidance to the CEO and Board for strategic decision-making.
• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and long term financial planning for insurance operations.
• Oversee accounting, finance, treasury, and reporting functions.
• Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting in compliance with IFRS and regulatory standards.
• Monitor financial performance, profitability, and key financial KPIs.
• Support product and pricing strategies through robust financial analysis.
• Serve as the primary liaison with the UAE Central Bank and other regulatory authorities.
• Ensure compliance with Central Bank regulations for insurance operations, licensing requirements, and corporate governance.
• Prepare and submit regulatory reports, including solvency and risk related submissions.
• Maintain strong internal controls, risk management frameworks, and governance structures.

Leadership & Stakeholder Management

• Lead, mentor, and develop a high performing finance team.
• Build strong relationships with regulators, investors, and key internal and external stakeholders.
• Provide financial and regulatory guidance to support business expansion, mergers, or acquisitions.

Qualifications

• Professional accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA, CPA, CIMA, or equivalent) - mandatory.
• MBA or Master's in Finance/Accounting preferred.
• Minimum 12-15 years of progressive finance experience, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role within insurance or financial services.
• Strong experience dealing with the UAE Central Bank and understanding of insurance regulations.
• Deep knowledge of IFRS, risk management, solvency, and corporate governance.
• Strategic thinker with excellent analytical and problem solving skills.
• Strong leadership, team management, and stakeholder communication capabilities.
• Commercial acumen with the ability to link financial strategy to business performance.
• Hands on experience implementing governance and compliance frameworks in a regulated environment.

Salary: up to 70k Plus standard UAE benefits

Due to the number of applications received, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Seniority level

Director

Employment type

Full time

Job function

Finance

Industries

Insurance and Financial Services