Regional Director – GCC (Business Head) - AI Fintech

Role: Regional Director – GCC (Business Head) - AI Fintech

Location: Dubai, UAE

We are partnering with a Fintech client who is seeking a dynamic Regional Director to lead and expand its business across the GCC region. This is a senior leadership role with end-to-end responsibility for driving growth, managing client relationships, and overseeing regional operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead business operations and regional strategy across GCC markets
• Drive market expansion and client engagement in partnership with local and global teams
• Build and maintain senior relationships with banks, regulators, and enterprise clients
• Oversee execution and successful delivery of large-scale software roll-outs
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet business goals

Requirements

• 15+ years of experience, ideally in enterprise software, financial services, or fintech
• Strong background in enterprise sales or business development, with progression into broader leadership roles
• Demonstrated success in managing complex client relationships and navigating large organizations
• Experience overseeing multi-market software delivery and post-sales engagement
• Exposure to P&L or regional business ownership is an advantage
• Deep understanding of the GCC market, especially within banking or financial services