Manager - Licensing and Supervision

TestHiring; Dubai; On-site; AED 293,000 - 441,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading regulatory authority in Dubai is seeking a Manager - Licensing and Supervision to manage VASP licensing portfolios and lead a team of case officers. The role involves enhancing licensing frameworks, conducting risk assessments, and ensuring regulatory compliance. Ideal candidates will have experience in team leadership and a strong ability to communicate with stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Experience in managing VASP licensing portfolios.
• Ability to conduct risk assessments and due diligence.
• Proven leadership and team management skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage comprehensive VASP licensing portfolios.
• Develop risk-based supervisory plans.
• Manage and mentor a team of case officers.
• Enhance licensing frameworks and contribute to policy improvements.

Skills

Management of licensing portfolios

Enhanced due diligence

Risk assessments

Team leadership

Stakeholder communication

Job description

Manager - Licensing and Supervision

Ready to lead the virtual asset revolution

Join Dubais pioneering regulatory authority and shape the future of digital finance!

What Youll Master:

Licensing Excellence

• Manage comprehensive VASP licensing portfolios
• Conduct enhanced due diligence and risk assessments
• Lead licensing decisions from application to approval
• Interview and assess Responsible Individuals

Strategic Supervision

• Develop and execute risk-based supervisory plans
• Conduct on‑site inspections and technical reviews
• Act as main point of contact for VASP Compliance Officers
• Manage regulatory returns and compliance assessments

Team Leadership

• Manage and mentor a team of case officers
• Provide quality assurance and training programs
• Drive resource planning and capacity management
• Facilitate stakeholder meetings and communications

Process Innovation

• Enhance licensing and supervision frameworks
• Stay ahead of virtual asset industry developments
• Contribute to regulatory policy improvements