Full Time

GLOBAL HEAD OF FINTECH RESEARCH

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  • Post Date: June 17, 2026
  • Expires In : 76 Days
  • Apply Before: September 17, 2026
Job Overview

GLOBAL HEAD OF FINTECH RESEARCH- EMERGING TECHNOLOGIES & DIGITAL ECONOMY TRANSFORMATION

Location: United Arab Emirates

Employment Type: Executive Leadership | Full-Time | Innovation & Future Finance Division

THE VISION

The next generation of financial services will be built by organizations capable of identifying transformational technologies before they become mainstream.

Artificial intelligence, advanced analytics, digital identity systems, intelligent payments, decentralized infrastructures, financial automation, quantum-enhanced computing applications, and next-generation customer ecosystems are rapidly reshaping financial markets worldwide.

This prestigious leadership role seeks a globally minded fintech executive capable of guiding strategic research, innovation investment, technology evaluation, and future-finance development initiatives.

The selected candidate will oversee multidisciplinary teams dedicated to exploring emerging technologies, identifying disruptive trends, and translating innovation into practical financial solutions.


STRATEGIC PURPOSE

Lead the development of future-finance initiatives focused on:

  • Emerging financial technologies.

  • AI-powered financial services.

  • Digital economy innovation.

  • Intelligent payment ecosystems.

  • Financial automation platforms.

  • Advanced analytics capabilities.

  • Future customer experiences.

  • Technology-driven growth models.


EXECUTIVE RESPONSIBILITIES

Innovation Leadership

  • Establish enterprise innovation strategies.

  • Lead future-finance research initiatives.

  • Develop emerging technology roadmaps.

  • Create innovation investment frameworks.

Strategic Research

  • Evaluate disruptive technologies.

  • Identify new business opportunities.

  • Assess evolving market trends.

  • Support long-term planning initiatives.

Technology Transformation

  • Guide enterprise modernization programs.

  • Promote technology adoption.

  • Develop innovation operating models.

  • Strengthen digital capabilities.

Financial Intelligence

  • Build advanced data ecosystems.

  • Develop predictive intelligence capabilities.

  • Support strategic analytics initiatives.

  • Enhance decision-making frameworks.

Stakeholder Engagement

  • Collaborate with industry leaders.

  • Support strategic partnerships.

  • Build innovation ecosystems.

  • Represent future-finance initiatives globally.


IDEAL CANDIDATE

  • Master’s Degree or PhD in Financial Technology, Artificial Intelligence, Economics, Computer Science, Mathematics, Finance, Data Science, or related field.

  • 15+ years of fintech, innovation, technology strategy, or financial services leadership experience.

  • Exceptional strategic thinking and innovation capabilities.

  • Proven ability to lead complex transformation programs.


EXECUTIVE BENEFITS

  • Elite tax-free executive compensation.

  • Innovation-based bonus structure.

  • Global leadership visibility.

  • Access to international fintech summits.

  • Executive wellness and healthcare programs.

  • Long-term strategic growth opportunities.

CAREER IMPACT

This role offers a unique opportunity to shape how financial institutions, digital economies, and technology ecosystems evolve over the coming decade while influencing some of the most significant developments in the future of finance.

Are you excited about this opportunity?

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. 

Let’s shape the future of finance together!

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