Head of Project Office, Corporate & HNWI Banking Startup

Full time at PRO-Global Search GmbH in UAE

Posted on December 31, 2024

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Head of Project Office, Corporate & HNWI Banking Startup

We are seeking a highly experienced and motivated Head of Project Office for a corporate banking & HNWI startup in the UAE (Dubai/Abu Dhabi). This role offers a unique opportunity to lead the development of a new financial institution, with a clear path to transitioning into an Operations Management role post-launch. The ideal candidate will bring extensive expertise in banking and payments, project management, and regulatory compliance, along with fluency in English and Russian. Responsibilities:

Oversee all aspects of the startup project for a new financial institution in the UAE.
Provide banking and payments expertise, leading the business and functional analysis team with the goal of transitioning into an Operations Management role upon launch and scale.
Serve as the first full-time employee of the company, coordinating communication with regulators, and preparing/reviewing regulatory filings.
Facilitate and draft regulatory policies and procedures.
Prepare presentations for management and partners.
Coordinate with the external technical team, defining functional specifications, roles, and procedures for the technology team and developers.

Experience:

University degree, preferably in finance, economics, legal, or mathematics.
Professional certifications such as CPA, CFA, PMP, or similar are advantageous.
Minimum of 10 years of business experience in financial services, with a preference for banking operations in payments and technology.
At least 5 years of experience in staff and project management positions.
Proven experience as a Senior Product Manager in building payment systems.
Project management experience leading a team of at least 5 members.
In-depth understanding of banking products and process flows.
Experience in drafting, reviewing, and approving policies and procedures.
Demonstrated ability to manage relationships with regulators and government authorities, supporting a team of lawyers.
Hands-on experience with financial modeling and process mapping.
Proficiency in financial budgeting, forecasting, reporting, planning, and milestone tracking.
Experience managing outsourced functions (operations, client services, etc.).
Strong financial and data analysis skills.
Expertise in business data gathering and research.
Fluency in English and Russian.

Skills:

Self-starter with a high level of energy, motivation, and a "can do" attitude.
Experience in developing new products or lines of business, with a focus on operations and technology leadership.

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