Head of Family Office Operations at EXANTE in Dubai EXANTE

Andsimple; Dubai; Hybrid; AED 550,000 - 735,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing international group based in the UAE is seeking a Head of Family Office to manage corporate governance and legal compliance across jurisdictions. This role demands 7–10 years of senior leadership experience in a multi-jurisdictional context, alongside strong communication and negotiation skills. The successful candidate will enjoy competitive compensation and work in a hybrid model, shaping the future of the group.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Growth opportunities

Corporate benefits package

Ongoing education and training opportunities

Qualifications

• 7–10 years of senior leadership experience in a family office or corporate services firm.
• Demonstrated expertise in corporate administration and economic substance compliance.
• Proven track record in M&A and complex financial transactions.

Responsibilities

• Manage corporate secretarial and administrative functions for all group entities.
• Collaborate with advisors to develop international tax strategies.
• Act as trusted advisor to the shareholders.

Skills

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving

Fluency in English

Fluency in Russian

Education

Professional qualification in law or accounting (ACA, ACCA, CPA, etc.)

MBA or LLM

Job description

The Client

The Client

Our client is a fast-expanding international group of companies with primary business lines in Financial Services, Trading Technologies, and Payments. Operating across multiple jurisdictions, the group is strengthening its governance, compliance, and strategic infrastructure to support continued growth and international expansion.

The Opportunity

We are seeking a proactive, hands-on, and commercially minded Head of Family Office to serve as a cornerstone for both shareholders’ personal and business affairs. This senior leadership role will oversee corporate governance, multi-jurisdictional legal and tax compliance, group financing, and M&A initiatives, while also acting as a trusted advisor to shareholders. The successful candidate will bring deep technical expertise, international experience, and the ability to balance strategy with execution in a dynamic global environment.

Location

Preferred: Cyprus, Malta, or UAE

The Position

Key Responsibilities

Corporate & Legal Affairs

• Manage corporate secretarial and administrative functions for all group entities, ensuring legal compliance across jurisdictions (Cyprus, Malta, UK, BVI, Cayman Islands, UAE).
• Oversee economic substance requirements, proactively managing documentation to maintain compliance.
• Serve as primary liaison for legal matters with external counsel, ensuring adherence to regulatory frameworks, including obligations for offshore investment funds.
• Advise on and implement optimal corporate and tax structures to support group objectives, including entity formation and restructuring.

Financial & Strategic Operations

• Collaborate with advisors to develop and execute international tax strategies.
• Lead group financing transactions, including negotiation, documentation, and execution.
• Drive evaluation, due diligence, and execution of new investment opportunities, M&A transactions, and post-acquisition integration.

Shareholder & Family Affairs

• Act as trusted advisor to the shareholders, facilitating communication and alignment on key decisions.
• Oversee personal financial and legal affairs for shareholders with discretion and efficiency.

The Ideal Candidate

Qualifications & Experience

• 7–10 years of senior leadership experience in a family office, corporate services firm, or private practice with multi-jurisdictional focus.
• Professional qualification in law, accounting, or related field (ACA, ACCA, CPA, or qualified lawyer); MBA or LLM preferred.
• Demonstrated expertise in corporate administration, economic substance compliance, and fund regulation.
• Proven track record in M&A and complex financial transactions.

Skills & Attributes

• Strong communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills with the ability to build trusted relationships.
• Strategic mindset with a hands-on, problem-solving approach.
• High integrity, professionalism, and discretion.
• Fluency in English and Russian required.

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation and growth opportunities in a dynamic international environment.
• Strategic role shaping the future of a growing global holding company.
• Collaboration with top-tier professionals in finance and technology.
• Corporate benefits package (varies by location).
• Hybrid working model with flexibility.
• Ongoing education and training opportunities.