Regional Director – GCC (Business Head) AI Fintech

Cygnify; Dubai; On-site; AED 600,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Cygnify, a fintech-focused tech partner, seeks a Regional Director GCC (Business Head) to lead and expand the business across the GCC from Dubai. You will own regional strategy, client engagement, and multi-market software delivery with oversight of senior relationships and growth initiatives.

The role requires a strong background in enterprise software, fintech, and P&L exposure, with a track record of navigating complex organizations and delivering large-scale deployments.

Qualifications

• Extensive enterprise software/fintech sales and BD experience.
• Proven leadership in multi-market environments and large deals.
• Strong ability to manage senior client relationships and complex stakeholders.
• Experience delivering large software roll-outs and regional initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Lead regional strategy and operations across GCC markets.
• Drive market expansion and key client engagement with global teams.
• Build and maintain senior relationships with banks, regulators and enterprise clients.
• Oversee execution and delivery of large-scale software deployments.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to achieve business goals.

Skills

Enterprise sales

Business development

Leadership

Client relationship management

Cross-functional collaboration

P&L exposure

Job description

Role: Regional Director GCC (Business Head) - AI Fintech

Location: Dubai UAE

We are partnering with a Fintech client who is seeking a dynamic Regional Director to lead and expand its business across the GCC region. This is a senior leadership role with end-to-end responsibility for driving growth managing client relationships and overseeing regional operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead business operations and regional strategy across GCC markets
• Drive market expansion and client engagement in partnership with local and global teams
• Build and maintain senior relationships with banks regulators and enterprise clients
• Oversee execution and successful delivery of large-scale software roll-outs
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet business goals

Requirements

• 15 years of experience ideally in enterprise software financial services or fintech
• Strong background in enterprise sales or business development with progression into broader leadership roles
• Demonstrated success in managing complex client relationships and navigating large organizations
• Experience overseeing multi-market software delivery and post-sales engagement
• Exposure to P&L or regional business ownership is an advantage
• Deep understanding of the GCC market especially within banking or financial services