Head of Brokerage, KSA — Strategy, Ops & Compliance

Thndr; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 700,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Job summary

Thndr is seeking a Head of Brokerage for Saudi Arabia to design and lead the KSA brokerage function, from onboarding to settlement. You will own day-to-day operations, ensure CMA conduct-of-business compliance, and collaborate with compliance on surveillance and client protection.

The role requires 8+ years in securities brokerage, with at least 5 years in KSA, CMA registration, and strong budgeting and leadership skills.

Qualifications

• 8+ years in securities brokerage, including at least 5 years in KSA at CMA-licensed brokerage or Tadawul member firm.
• At least 3 years in a senior or team-leading role within the brokerage value chain.
• Working knowledge of the Saudi brokerage ecosystem from order submission to clearing and settlement.
• Resident in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia or willing to relocate.

Responsibilities

• Design and lead Thndr’s core brokerage function in KSA, from client onboarding to order execution and settlement.
• Set up dealing and order-handling processes that meet CMA conduct-of-business and best execution requirements.
• Own day-to-day brokerage operations and resolve problematic developments and situations quickly.
• Work with compliance on trade surveillance, market-conduct controls and client protection.
• Manage Thndr’s relationship with Tadawul and CMA, and explore innovative brokerage solutions.

Skills

Agency mindset

Ownership

Communication skills

Negotiation

Presentation skills

Analytical thinking

Budgeting

Integrity

English fluent

Arabic preferred

Education

CMA qualification CME-3A/3B

Job description

Thndr is seeking a Head of Brokerage for Saudi Arabia to design and lead the KSA brokerage function, from onboarding to settlement. You will own day-to-day operations, ensure CMA conduct-of-business compliance, and collaborate with compliance on surveillance and client protection.

The role requires 8+ years in securities brokerage, with at least 5 years in KSA, CMA registration, and strong budgeting and leadership skills.