Director

Capital; Bahrain; On-site; BHD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Capital is seeking a senior leader to oversee regulatory compliance and governance across its investment activities in Bahrain. You will drive strategic objectives, manage day-to-day operations, and ensure adherence to the CBB Rulebook, CBB Law, and applicable Bahraini legislation.

You will lead 관계 with regulators, investors, and clients, while guiding risk management, reporting, and outsourcing controls. English fluency and a strong governance mindset are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher; MBA or postgraduate qualification considered an advantage.
• 7–10 years in investment business, capital markets, brokerage, or related financial services, with at least 5 years in a senior management role.
• Good understanding of markets, including OTC derivatives (CFDs, Knock‑Out Options), equities, and investment services landscape.
• Track record leading an organisation or unit with significant financial and operational responsibilities.
• Ability to build and maintain relationships with regulators, investors, clients, and other key stakeholders.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills, managing relationships with shareholders, regulators, and clients.
• High-level awareness of corporate governance, risk management, and regulatory obligations.
• Must satisfy regulator’s fit and proper requirements; integrity and financial soundness.
• Must not be employed at any other firm; disclose external non-exec positions for compatibility.
• Strong leadership and team management capabilities; ability to operate in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong commercial acumen with experience driving growth and KPIs.
• High level of accountability, initiative, and collaboration.
• Fluency in English.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the development and execution of the Company’s business strategy and objectives.
• Oversee day-to-day operations and ensure efficient business performance.
• Monitor business activities, financial performance, and budgeting processes.
• Promote and maintain a strong culture of compliance and risk awareness.
• Ensure adherence to regulatory requirements, internal policies, and industry standards.
• Act as a key contact with regulatory authorities and ensure timely reporting.
• Collaborate with internal control functions, including audit and risk, for governance oversight.
• Build and maintain relationships with external partners, vendors, and stakeholders.
• Oversee outsourcing arrangements and ensure appropriate controls.
• Identify potential risks and implement mitigation strategies and action plans.
• Prepare regular reports for senior stakeholders including Board and shareholders.
• Stay informed on regulatory developments and industry best practices.
• Lead and support a team of professionals across business functions.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Regulatory compliance

Risk management

Governance

Stakeholder relations

Regulatory reporting

Financial acumen

Team leadership

English fluency

Education

Bachelor's degree or above

MBA or postgraduate

Job description

We are a leading trading platform that is ambitiously expanding to the four corners of the globe. Our top-rated products have won prestigious industry awards for their cutting‑edge technology and seamless client experience. We deliver only the best, so we are always in search of the best people to join our ever‑growing talent team.

This role combines strategic leadership, operational management, and regulatory accountability, with overall responsibility for ensuring the entity operates in compliance with the CBB Rulebook, the CBB Law, and all applicable Bahraini legislation.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the development and execution of the Company’s business strategy and objectives.
• Oversee day‑to‑day operations and ensure efficient business performance.
• Monitor business activities, financial performance, and budgeting processes.
• Promote and maintain a strong culture of compliance and risk awareness.
• Ensure adherence to all applicable regulatory requirements, internal policies, and industry standards.
• Act as a key point of contact with relevant regulatory authorities and ensure timely and accurate reporting.
• Collaborate with internal control functions, including audit and risk, to ensure robust governance and oversight.
• Build and maintain relationships with external partners, vendors, and stakeholders.
• Oversee outsourcing arrangements and ensure appropriate controls are in place.
• Identify potential risks and implement mitigation strategies and action plans.
• Prepare regular reports for senior stakeholders, including the Board and shareholders.
• Stay informed on regulatory developments and industry best practices, assessing business impact where necessary.
• Lead and support a team of professionals across business functions.

Qualifications

• An academic degree at bachelor’s level or above; MBA or postgraduate qualification considered an advantage.
• A minimum of 7 to 10 years in investment business, capital markets, brokerage, or related financial services, of which at least 5 years at senior management level.
• A good understanding of the markets, including OTC derivatives (such as CFDs and Knock‑Out Options), equities, and the broader investment services landscape.
• Track record of leading an organisation or business unit with significant financial and operational responsibilities.
• Ability to build and maintain relationships with regulators, investors, clients, and other key stakeholders.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to manage relationships across shareholders, regulators, and clients, and to build strategic alliances and partnerships.
• High-level awareness of corporate governance, risk management practices, and the regulatory obligations.
• Must satisfy the regulator’s fit and proper requirements, including competence, integrity, and financial soundness.
• Must not be employed at any other firm. Any external non-executive positions must be disclosed and assessed for compatibility with full-time commitment and conflict of interest obligations.
• Strong leadership and team management capabilities.
• Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Strong commercial acumen with experience driving business growth and achieving KPIs.
• High level of accountability, initiative, and collaboration.
• Fluency in English.