Job Overview
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR – DIGITAL PAYMENTS & FINANCIAL ECOSYSTEMS
Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates (Hybrid Executive Leadership with Regional GCC Oversight)
Employment Type: Full-Time | Permanent
Career Level: Executive Leadership
Industry: Fintech | Digital Payments | Embedded Finance | Banking Technology | AI-Driven Financial Services
Redefining the Future of Financial Transactions Across the Middle East
An internationally recognized fintech organization is seeking an accomplished Executive Director – Digital Payments & Financial Ecosystems to spearhead the evolution of next-generation payment infrastructures serving millions of consumers and enterprises throughout the GCC.
This strategic executive position demands a visionary capable of transforming payment architecture, scaling digital financial products, optimizing transaction ecosystems, and leading enterprise innovation initiatives that redefine financial accessibility.
The successful candidate will oversee complex digital payment ecosystems while collaborating with executive leadership, regulators, financial institutions, payment processors, technology partners, and multinational stakeholders.
Key Executive Responsibilities
- Lead enterprise-wide digital payments strategy.
- Design innovative embedded finance ecosystems.
- Drive cross-border payment modernization initiatives.
- Optimize merchant acquiring and payment gateway performance.
- Expand digital wallet capabilities and interoperability.
- Direct enterprise payment security governance.
- Implement AI-powered payment intelligence solutions.
- Develop high-performing regional fintech teams.
- Establish strategic banking partnerships.
- Oversee financial technology transformation programs.
- Improve transaction authorization success rates.
- Lead payment innovation laboratories.
- Build scalable fintech infrastructure.
- Ensure compliance with international financial regulations.
- Present strategic recommendations directly to executive boards.
Core Qualifications
- Master’s Degree or higher in Finance, Information Technology, Computer Science, Business Administration, or related discipline.
- 12+ years of fintech or banking leadership experience.
- Extensive expertise in digital payment ecosystems.
- Strong executive leadership capabilities.
- Proven experience managing enterprise transformation.
- Deep understanding of payment networks and financial technologies.
- Strong commercial and strategic planning expertise.
- Exceptional negotiation and stakeholder management skills.
Preferred Technical Expertise
- ISO 20022
- Open Banking APIs
- Payment Orchestration
- Digital Wallet Platforms
- Cloud Infrastructure
- Fraud Analytics
- AI & Machine Learning
- Data Governance
- Enterprise Risk Management
- API Security
- PCI DSS
- Financial Data Architecture
Employee Benefits
- Executive Compensation Package
- Annual Performance Incentives
- Housing Allowance
- Family Medical Insurance
- Executive Wellness Program
- International Travel Opportunities
- Leadership Development Sponsorship
- Long-Term Performance Rewards
- Paid Annual Leave
- Relocation Assistance (where applicable)
Ideal Professional Profile
You are a transformational leader who understands both technology and finance. You thrive in complex environments, inspire multicultural teams, influence executive decision-making, and possess the vision required to shape the future of digital finance within one of the world’s fastest-growing fintech markets.
Don’t miss the chance to make a difference in the fintech and FX industry!
Apply now by clicking on the “Apply Now” button below.
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