Deputy Chief Executive Officer

We are currently seeking an accomplished Deputy Chief Executive Officer (CEO) to lead our operations in Qatar. This executive role requires visionary and strategic leadership to guide the company's growth, ensure full regulatory compliance, and drive operational excellence. In close collaboration with the Board of Directors, the CEO will be responsible for positioning the company as a market leader within Qatar's fintech and payment systems landscape. The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in electronic money, payment systems, and financial services, with a proven track record of managing a regulated entity

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership & Vision:

• Develop and execute a forward-looking strategic plan to establish and grow the company's presence in the Qatari fintech market.
• Partner with the Board of Directors to align the company's initiatives with long-term business objectives.
• Identify and seize new business opportunities, including innovative payment solutions, partnerships, and market expansions.

Regulatory Compliance:

• Ensure full compliance with all applicable regulatory frameworks established by the Central Bank
• Implement robust internal policies and procedures in line with Qatar regulations, especially regarding Anti-Money Laundering (AML), Counter-Terrorist Financing (CTF), Know Your Customer (KYC), and data protection.
• Maintain strong, proactive relationships with regulatory authorities; oversee timely reporting and regulatory submissions.

Financial Management & Accountability:

• Lead the development and execution of financial strategies, including budgeting, forecasting, and performance reporting.
• Oversee the financial operations linked to retail payment cards and stored value products, ensuring regulatory compliance and financial transparency.
• Drive sustainable revenue growth by innovating within Qatar's payments and digital finance ecosystem.

Operational Excellence:

• Manage day-to-day business operations, ensuring optimal performance across all departments: compliance, risk, finance, technology, and customer support.
• Oversee the deployment of scalable technologies to enhance payment infrastructure with a focus on efficiency, security, and innovation.
• Strengthen fraud detection and prevention capabilities to safeguard customer data and transaction integrity.

Risk Management:

• Establish a strong risk management framework tailored to the financial, operational, cybersecurity, and regulatory risks of a fintech entity.
• Monitor and mitigate risks associated with stored value services and card-based payment schemes.
• Ensure robust governance, internal controls, and continuous adherence to licensing obligations.

Stakeholder Engagement:

• Build trusted relationships with key external stakeholders, including regulators, financial institutions, partners, investors, and clients.
• Represent the organization in local and regional fintech forums, industry events, and regulatory dialogues.
• Champion the company's position within Qatar's evolving digital payments and fintech ecosystem.

Team Leadership & Development:

• Inspire and guide the senior management team while cultivating a culture of performance, accountability, and collaboration.
• Lead talent acquisition and development initiatives to build a high-performing team, particularly in areas like product, compliance, technology, and operations.
• Foster an inclusive and innovative work environment that supports professional growth and continuous improvement.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Economics, or a related field.
• Master's degree (MBA) or similar postgraduate qualification preferred.
• 10–15 years of leadership experience in financial services or fintech, with at least 5 years in a CEO or executive leadership role.
• Strong track record in scaling fintech or payment service organizations, with deep knowledge of compliance, risk, finance, and strategy.
• In-depth understanding of AML/CTF, KYC, data privacy laws, and financial crime prevention in a regulated environment.
• Proven leadership and decision-making capabilities, with exceptional strategic planning and stakeholder management skills.
• Sound understanding of Qatar's fintech and regulatory landscape, including payment service and electronic money regulations.
• Strong financial acumen and experience in managing complex budgets, financial forecasts, and regulatory reporting.