Head of Operations, Quant Asset Management

AlgoQuant; Dubai; On-site; AED 440,000 - 551,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading asset management firm in Dubai seeks a Head of Operations to oversee its end-to-end operating model. This role is critical for ensuring operational integrity, resilience, and scalability, while leading both the middle office control function and operations team. The ideal candidate will possess strong risk management skills, experience in operational governance, and the ability to manage incidents effectively. You will play a pivotal role in ensuring that operational workflows meet institutional standards.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in operational management within financial services.
• Strong understanding of risk management and regulatory compliance.
• Experience leading teams in a high-pressure environment.

Responsibilities

• Own and evolve the end-to-end operating model of operations.
• Lead the Middle Office control function and Operations team.
• Ensure robust operational frameworks and governance are in place.
• Act as escalation owner for operational incidents and disruptions.

Skills

Operational management

Risk management

Team leadership

Control frameworks

Incident management

Job description

A leading asset management firm in Dubai seeks a Head of Operations to oversee its end-to-end operating model. This role is critical for ensuring operational integrity, resilience, and scalability, while leading both the middle office control function and operations team. The ideal candidate will possess strong risk management skills, experience in operational governance, and the ability to manage incidents effectively. You will play a pivotal role in ensuring that operational workflows meet institutional standards.