Job Overview
Executive Director – Real-Time Payments & Fintech Platform Strategy
Location: United Arab Emirates (GCC – UAE)
Employment Model: Full-Time | Executive Leadership | Hybrid/Remote Option
Sector Focus: Digital Payments, Fintech Platforms, Cross-Border Settlement
Role Overview
The Executive Director is a senior strategic leader responsible for defining and delivering next-generation fintech infrastructure across consumer, corporate, and institutional markets. This role commands full oversight of high-volume, low-latency payment systems, API-first banking ecosystems, and integrated financial platforms. The Executive Director will establish scalable, secure, and regulatory-compliant fintech architectures to support millions of simultaneous transactions, cross-border flows, and embedded financial services.
Key Responsibilities
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Lead the strategic architecture and roadmap for national-scale digital payment ecosystems
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Oversee the design of API-driven, cloud-native payment platforms, embedded finance frameworks, and merchant onboarding infrastructures
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Establish transaction monitoring, fraud intelligence, and real-time risk mitigation protocols
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Govern cross-border payment corridors, liquidity optimization, and real-time FX settlement
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Advise regulatory authorities on compliance, innovation sandboxing, and market interoperability
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Mentor senior architects and product leads to foster a culture of operational excellence and fintech innovation
Required Executive Profile
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15+ years of leadership experience in digital payments, fintech platforms, or banking infrastructure
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Demonstrated ability to design high-throughput transaction systems and API ecosystems
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Deep knowledge of cloud-native fintech architecture, ISO 20022, and real-time settlement protocols
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Strong understanding of GCC and international regulatory frameworks
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Track record of strategic execution in complex, multi-jurisdictional fintech initiatives
Compensation Structure (UAE – Executive Level)
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Base Salary: AED 85,000 – 110,000 per month
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Annual Performance Bonus: 30–50% based on platform adoption, transaction volume, and regulatory compliance
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Long-Term Incentive Plan: Deferred equity or performance units tied to adoption milestones and ROI on fintech infrastructure
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Executive Benefits: International healthcare, relocation support, annual innovation and research allowance
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