Director

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the development and execution of the Company's business strategy and objectives.
• Oversee day-to-day operations and ensure efficient business performance.
• Monitor business activities, financial performance, and budgeting processes.
• Promote and maintain a strong culture of compliance and risk awareness.
• Ensure adherence to all applicable regulatory requirements, internal policies, and industry standards.
• Act as a key point of contact with relevant authorities and ensure timely and accurate reporting.
• Collaborate with internal control functions, including audit and risk, to ensure robust governance and oversight.
• Build and maintain relationships with external partners, vendors, and stakeholders.
• Oversee outsourcing arrangements and ensure appropriate controls are in place.
• Identify potential risks and implement mitigation strategies and action plans.
• Prepare regular reports for senior stakeholders, including the Board and shareholders.
• Stay informed on regulatory developments and industry best practices, assessing business impact where necessary.
• Lead and support a team of professionals across business functions.

Requirements

• Higher education (university degree).
• At least 5 years of experience in the financial services sector, including a minimum of 3 years in managerial roles.
• Recent experience in retail financial services (preferable brokerage and/or derivatives products).
• Experience of being approved by financial regulators for senior management roles is considered as an advantage.
• A strong knowledge of local financial services regulations and requirements, including relevant securities laws, regulatory frameworks, corporate governance standards, and AML/CFT standards, where applicable.
• Strong commercial expertise, with the skills and experience requires to lead the sales and business development team and achieving KPIs.
• Demonstrated professional integrity and a strong ethical track record.
• No dismissal in the past 3 years for insufficient qualifications or competency-related reasons.
• No senior governance or audit role in an organization that was subject to compulsory liquidation due to financial distress within the 12 months prior to such decision.
• Meets standard “fit and proper” criteria applicable to regulated financial services roles.
• No concurrent roles with other regulated entities or organisations that may give rise to conflicts of interest at the time of hire.
• Strong leadership and team management capabilities.
• Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Strong commercial acumen with experience driving business growth and achieving KPIs.
• Capable of managing complex projects, processes, and stakeholder relationships.
• High level of accountability, initiative, and collaboration.
• Fluency in English.