Country Manager UAE (ADGM)

We are a Singapore-based FinTech company looking for a Country Manager to launch and lead our regulated platform business in the UAE. Based within the Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM), this is a critical role responsible for ensuring full regulatory compliance, successful operational launch, and strategic growth. We are seeking a leader with deep knowledge of the UAE's financial and regulatory environment.

Key Responsibilities

1. Compliance and Regulation

• Serve as the primary responsible party for running the regulated business within the ADGM framework.
• Ensure all business activities adhere strictly to UAE regulation and internal compliance standards.
• Identify, secure, and manage all licenses required for the business, the Country Manager role, and all future hires (CS, Marketing, etc.).

2. Operations and Management

• Oversee and manage all operations (Ops) of the platform business.
• Manage the P&L and ensure the business meets its financial and operational targets.
• Establish internal processes, controls, and reporting structures necessary to run a regulated entity.
• Report directly to Singapore Head Office and act as the local representative for the UAE entity.

3. Growth and Expansion

• Develop and execute the local market strategy.
• Drive customer acquisition and business growth.

Requirements

• Proven experience in a senior compliance, operations, or managerial role within the UAE, ideally within the FinTech or regulated financial services sector.
• Deep and current working knowledge of UAE financial regulations, particularly those relevant to the ADGM.
• Demonstrated ability to launch and manage a regulated platform or financial services business.
• Strong understanding of corporate structure and licensing requirements for an expanding business.
• Must possess all necessary licenses/approvals for the role, capable of being approved by the ADGM Financial Services Regulatory Authority (FSRA) as a Senior Executive Officer (SEO), if required for the regulated business