Operations Lead-Fintech

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

Job summary

A fast-growing company in Dubai is seeking an Operations Lead to shape and streamline their business operations. The ideal candidate has 6–10 years of experience in operations, particularly in fintech, and a proven record in building efficient processes. This role involves owning business reporting, driving strategic initiatives, and leading cross-functional projects. It offers the opportunity to work closely with senior leadership in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 6–10 years of experience in operations or consulting in high-growth startups.
• Experience within the fintech industry is mandatory.
• Strong operational track record in building and scaling processes.

Responsibilities

• Own business reporting and dashboards to keep team aligned.
• Identify inefficiencies and design scalable processes.
• Lead cross-functional initiatives applying structured methodologies.

Skills

Operational excellence

Strategic thinking

Project management

Stakeholder engagement

Problem-solving

Job description

Our client, a fast-growing and forward-thinking company, is seeking an Operations Lead to play a pivotal role in shaping, scaling, and streamlining their business operations. This is an exciting opportunity for someone with a proven track record in building operational systems from the ground up and driving strategic initiatives in dynamic, high-growth environments.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Execution

• Own business reporting and dashboards to keep the team aligned on priorities.
• Act as a thought partner in key decisions and provide a strategic sounding board.
• Drive forward strategic initiatives, ensuring execution always connects back to long-term goals.

Process Design & Automation

• Identify inefficiencies and design scalable, streamlined processes.
• Introduce frameworks and cadences that drive focus, collaboration, and alignment.
• Implement tools and systems that improve accountability and reduce operational friction.
• Champion automation and structured documentation to build resilience.

Project & Program Management

• Lead cross-functional initiatives end-to-end, applying structured methodologies such as OKRs, Agile, or Kanban.
• Drive clarity, discipline, and accountability across teams and projects.

Org & Team Operations

• Oversee governance, reporting, and compliance across the group’s entities.
• Build and manage internal processes that support growth, including hiring, onboarding, and performance cycles.
• Support functional leaders in strengthening operational maturity.
• Contribute to building a culture that balances speed with precision.

Qualifications & Experience

• 6–10 years of experience in operations, strategic programs, or consulting, with time spent in high-growth startups or scale-ups (Series A–B+ preferred).
• Experience within the fintech Industry is mandatory
• B2B/B2C/B2G Experience
• Strong operational track record, having built and scaled processes and systems successfully.
• A structured thinker who thrives in fast-paced, evolving environments.
• Excellent project management, stakeholder engagement, and problem-solving skills.

This is a unique opportunity to work directly with senior leadership, drive meaningful change, and help scale an ambitious business at a pivotal stage of growth. If you’re passionate about building systems that empower teams to move fast with clarity and precision, this role is for you.