Director - Finance Regulatory Reporting (DFSA) - FTC

About the role

A leading international banking institution is seeking a Director to oversee prudential regulatory reporting, compliance and financial analytics across its Middle East operations on a 9‑month fixed‑term contract. The role will drive reporting automation, manage regulatory change and provide senior management with accurate, timely information.

Key responsibilities

• Lead the regulatory reporting function across multiple Middle East entities.
• Oversee preparation, review and submission of prudential regulatory returns.
• Monitor and implement regulatory reporting changes across the region.
• Ensure compliance with applicable prudential regulations and reporting standards.
• Produce and enhance management information packs for senior leadership and committees.
• Partner with finance and business stakeholders to provide analytical insights and performance reporting.
• Lead regulatory reporting automation and process improvement initiatives.
• Manage reporting policies, procedures and governance frameworks.
• Coordinate with auditors and regulators on reporting‑related matters.
• Assess impact of new regulatory requirements and drive implementation plans.
• Develop and lead a team responsible for reporting and management information activities.
• Support strategic projects and provide regulatory expertise on key business initiatives.

Required profile

• Extensive banking regulatory reporting experience within a multinational financial institution.
• Strong understanding of prudential regulatory reporting requirements.
• Experience leading finance, reporting or regulatory reporting teams.
• Proven track record of delivering reporting automation and process improvement initiatives.
• Strong management information, financial analysis and stakeholder management capabilities.
• Ability to communicate complex regulatory and financial concepts to senior stakeholders.
• Professional accounting qualification such as ACCA, ACA, CIMA or equivalent preferred.
• Demonstrated project delivery and change management experience.
• Strong leadership and people management skills.

Required skills