Senior Manager – Financial Institutions Licensing

Senior Manager – Financial Institutions Licensing Senior Manager – Financial Institutions Licensing Direct message the job poster from Hays PLCRecruitment Consultant - Hays Contracting Job Title: Senior Manager – Financial Institutions Licensing Reports To: Director of Licensing Job Purpose: To oversee and manage the licensing process for financial institutions operating in Qatar, ensuring compliance with regulations and alignment with national economic objectives. This role involves evaluating applications, coordinating with internal and external stakeholders, and maintaining high regulatory standards.Key Responsibilities: Lead the assessment and processing of licensing applications for various financial institutions, including conventional and Islamic banks, fintech firms, investment companies, and insurance entities.Review and evaluate documentation related to new licenses, renewals, expansions, and changes in ownership or senior management.Ensure all licensing activities comply with bank laws, regulations, and public interest requirements.Coordinate with legal, supervisory, and policy departments to ensure a consistent regulatory approach.Maintain up-to-date records of licensed entities and ensure timely updates to the licensing database.Provide guidance to applicants on licensing requirements and procedures.Monitor developments in international licensing standards and recommend updates to bank licensing framework.Represent the Licensing Department in internal committees and external meetings with stakeholders.Qualifications & Experience: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Law, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.Minimum 8–10 years of experience in financial regulation, licensing, or compliance, preferably within a central bank or regulatory authority.Strong understanding of financial institution structures, regulatory frameworks, and licensing procedures.Familiarity with Qatari financial laws and international regulatory standards (e.g., Basel, FATF).Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.Fluency in English is required; Arabic is an advantage.Regulatory and legal acumen Attention to detail and process orientation Decision-making and problem-solving Integrity and confidentiality Seniority level Seniority level Not Applicable Employment type Employment type Contract Job function Job function Finance Industries Financial Services and Banking Get notified when a new job is posted.Sign in to set job alerts for “Licensing Manager” roles.Business Development Manager (Fintech) - Qatar Digital Growth Senior Manager / Director, Contractor role with Recognized Global Brand Business Development Manager –selling IT-Insurance Business Development Professional – HR Tech / Staffing Senior Digital Marketing Manager, Contractor role with Top Global Brand Executive Assistant, International Public Sector We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI. #J-18808-Ljbffr