Operations Leader – Gold Trading & Compliance (UAE)

ERC International Human Resources Consultancies; Dubai; On-site; AED 250,000 - 450,000; Full time

Job summary

ERC International Human Resources Consultancies in Dubai is seeking an experienced Operations Manager to oversee daily operations, trade execution, logistics, compliance, and process optimization.

You will lead cross-functional teams, ensure risk controls, and drive efficiency across the trade lifecycle while coordinating with suppliers, customs, and logistics partners in a fast-paced fintech environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Supply Chain, or a related field (MBA preferred).
• 5–7 years of experience in gold or commodity trading operations.
• Strong understanding of the trade lifecycle, logistics, and international compliance.
• Experience managing operational processes, risk, and cross-functional teams.
• Strong leadership, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in ERP systems and Microsoft Office.
• Experience working with customs authorities, logistics providers, and refineries is an advantage.
• Knowledge of LBMA standards and precious metals trading is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations, trade execution, logistics, and compliance.
• Drive process optimization and risk management across cross-functional teams.

Skills

Operations management

Gold trading

Logistics

Compliance

Leadership

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Trade lifecycle

ERP systems

Microsoft Office

LBMA knowledge

Customs knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Supply Chain, or a related field

MBA preferred

Tools

ERP systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

ERC International Human Resources Consultancies in Dubai is seeking an experienced Operations Manager to oversee daily operations, trade execution, logistics, compliance, and process optimization.

You will lead cross-functional teams, ensure risk controls, and drive efficiency across the trade lifecycle while coordinating with suppliers, customs, and logistics partners in a fast-paced fintech environment.