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Director

Posted about 2 months ago

OfficeBahrain
We are a leading trading platform that is ambitiously expanding to the four corners of the globe. Our top-rated products have won prestigious industry awards for their cutting-edge technology and seamless client experience. We deliver only the best, so we are always in search of the best people to join our ever-growing talent team. 

This role combines strategic leadership, operational management, and regulatory accountability, with overall responsibility for ensuring the entity operates in compliance with the CBB Rulebook, the CBB Law, and all applicable Bahraini legislation.
### 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 regulatory 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:
  • An academic degree at bachelor’s level or above; MBA or postgraduate qualification considered an advantage.

  • A minimum of 7 to 10 years in investment business, capital markets, brokerage, or related financial services, of which at least 5 years at senior management level.

  • A good understanding of the markets, including OTC derivatives (such as CFDs and Knock-Out Options), equities, and the broader investment services landscape.

  • Track record of leading an organisation or business unit with significant financial and operational responsibilities.

  • Ability to build and maintain relationships with regulators, investors, clients, and other key stakeholders.

  • Strong communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to manage relationships across shareholders, regulators, and clients, and to build strategic alliances and partnerships.

  • High-level awareness of corporate governance, risk management practices, and the regulatory obligations.

  • Must satisfy the regulator’s fit and proper requirements, including competence, integrity, and financial soundness.

  • Must not be employed at any other firm. Any external non-executive positions must be disclosed and assessed for compatibility with full-time commitment and conflict of interest obligations.

  • 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.

  • High level of accountability, initiative, and collaboration.

  • Fluency in English.

  • Be a key player at the forefront of the digital assets movement, propelling your career to new heights!
    Join a dynamic and rapidly expanding company that values and rewards talent, initiative, and creativity.
    Work alongside one of the most brilliant teams in the industry.

    Job details
    Workplace
    Office
    Location
    Bahrain

    Capital One Financial Corporation is an American financial services company that specializes in credit cards, banking products like checkings and savings accounts, auto loans and business solutions.

    Employees
    84178
    Industry
    Financial Services
    Headquarters
    McLean, Va
    Company location
    McLean, Va
    Specialties
    Business Banking

    Key team members

    Radford Tam

    Radford Tam

    Dennis Doughty

    Dennis Doughty

    Andrew Scott

    Andrew Scott

    Eve Phillips

    Eve Phillips

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