Head of Finance

Tandem Search; Dubai; On-site; AED 450,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious recruitment agency in Dubai is looking for a Head of Finance to lead the financial strategy for Corporate & Investment Banking. This role involves driving financial performance and collaborating with business leaders. The ideal candidate has over 15 years of experience and strong expertise in financial products, with a bachelor's degree in a relevant field. Competitive compensation is offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum 15 years of experience in a senior finance role within Corporate & Investment Banking.
• Strong knowledge of financial products and deal structures.
• Demonstrated ability to influence senior stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee financial performance management across the CIB business.
• Drive strategic financial planning and budgeting aligned with business objectives.
• Act as a strategic advisor to the CIB leadership.

Skills

Financial performance management

Strategic financial planning

Financial modelling

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting

Master's/MBA

CA, CPA, or CFA

Job description

We are currently supporting one of our esteemed clients in the search for their new Head of Finance to lead and shape the financial strategy for the Corporate & Investment Banking division.

The incumbent will be responsible for driving financial performance, enabling strategic decisions, and partnering closely with business leaders across the global markets. The ideal candidate brings a deep understanding of the CIB ecosystem, spanning global banking, investment banking, and transactional banking, and can bridge the gap between finance and business.

Main Responsibilities:

• Lead and oversee all aspects of financial performance management across the CIB business.
• Drive strategic financial planning, forecasting, and budgeting aligned with business objectives.
• Deliver robust financial control and insight to guide key decisions and ensure fiscal discipline.
• Consolidate regional and product-level financials into a cohesive global picture.
• Act as a strategic advisor to the CIB leadership, providing financial insight that drives growth and efficiency.
• Be a true business partner, speaking the language of the business and contributing to deal and transaction discussions.
• Represent Finance in key business committees and governance forums.
• Optimize the balance sheet with a focus on capital efficiency and risk-adjusted returns.
• Oversee liquidity planning and management, including ALCO participation.
• Lead finance transformation initiatives, including the adoption of AI and digital tools to modernize reporting and analytics.
• Identify and implement process improvements for greater agility and scalability.
• Lead and inspire a growing local and international finance team.

Candidate Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Master's/MBA preferred.
• Relevant qualifications (CA, CPA, or CFA).
• Minimum 15 years of experience in a senior finance role within Corporate & Investment Banking.
• Strong knowledge of financial products, deal structures, and transactional finance.
• Excellent financial modelling, analysis, and strategic planning skills.
• Strong experience in leading transformational initiatives and digital tool adoption.
• Demonstrated ability to influence senior stakeholders and drive business performance.
• Commercially minded, with the ability to link financial outcomes to business strategies.
• A natural business partner – collaborative, proactive, and able to challenge constructively.

Due to the high number of applicants, only shortlisted candidates will be considered.