Executive - Investment Banks and Banking

Central Bank of Oman; Ruwi; On-site; OMR 70,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Central Bank of Oman invites applications for an Executive role to lead and shape regulatory frameworks for investment banks and banking activities. The role focuses on policy formulation, market conduct, and capital market development in alignment with financial stability.

With substantial experience, the role requires deep regulatory knowledge and the ability to provide strategic insights, oversee disclosure standards, and monitor global trends to strengthen the financial sector in Oman.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master's degree in Finance, Risk Management, Economics, or Accounting.
• CFA, FRM, CISI-UK or equivalent certifications are preferred.
• Strong exposure to international markets, ESG finance, and capital markets.

Responsibilities

• Lead formulation and enhancement of policies and regulations for investment Banks/ Banking.
• Develop a roadmap for regulating the investment Banks segment.
• Develop robust disclosure and transparency regulations for investment banking services.
• Identify market gaps to support growth of investment Banks/ Banking segments.
• Provide expert regulatory advice on complex matters related to investment Banks/ Banking.
• Conduct market studies and provide strategic insights on investment Banks / Banking topics.
• Oversee preparation of strategic/analytical reports on investment Banks and banking.
• Advise executive management on initiatives to strengthen and diversify the financial sector.
• Monitor global regulatory developments in investment Banks, banking activities and capital markets; benchmark practices.
• Support internal capacity building and knowledge transfer within the department.

Skills

Regulatory framework

Regulatory reform

Regulatory analysis

Strategic thinking

Market insights

Education

Bachelor’s/Master’s in Finance, Risk, Economics, or Accounting

CFA

FRM

CISI-UK or equivalent

Treasury operations certifications

Job description

Central Bank of Oman is seeking to recruit competent, committed, self-motivated and enthusiastic candidate to work as Executive - Investment Banks and Banking .

Role Purpose:

To lead and support the formulation, implementation, and continuous enhancement of the regulatory framework governing investment Banks / Banking segment, ensuring alignment with financial stability, market conduct, and capital market development objectives.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Lead the formulation, review, and continuous enhancement of policies, regulations, and frameworks governing investment Banks / Banking activities.
• Develop and implement a comprehensive road map / strategy for regulating investment Banks segment.
• Lead the development of robust disclosure and transparency regulations for investment banking services.
• Identify market gaps and opportunities to support the growth of investment Banks / Banking segments.
• Provide expert advice on complex regulatory and technical matters related to investment Banks / Banking and related activities.
• Conduct market studies and provide strategic insights on investment Banks / Banking and related topics.
• Oversee the preparation of strategic and analytical reports on investment Banks / banking area.
• Advise executive management on initiatives to strengthen and diversify the financial sector.
• Monitor global regulatory developments in investment Banks / banking activities, and capital markets, benchmark regional and international practices and recommend adoption where relevant.
• Support internal capacity building and knowledge transfer within the department.

Minimum Qualifications and Experience:

• Minimum 10-15 years of relevant experience in investment Banks / Banking, capital markets, financial regulation, risk management, treasury operations or advisory and consultancy roles in related topics.
• Demonstrated Experience working with central banks, securities regulators, other relevant regulatory authorities, or top tier investment firms, Investment Banks / Banking Division or top tier consultancy firms in the area of investments Banks and Banking operations.
• Bachelor’s / Master’s degree (or higher) in Finance, Risk Management, Economics, Accounting, or related field.
• Preferred Qualifications: Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA), Financial Risk Manager (FRM), Chartered Institute for Securities and Investment - advance level certifications CISI-UK, Treasury Operations certifications, or equivalent.
• Strong exposure to international markets, ESG finance, bond markets, emerging investment products is highly desirable.