Senior Banking Administrative Executive

About the role

Deriv is looking for a Senior Banking Administrative Executive to expand, optimize and maintain its global banking and financial partner relationships. Based in the Dubai office in Business Bay, the role uses commercial judgment, relationship management and AI-powered automation to improve operational efficiency and protect the company's assets. It suits someone who wants to make banking operations run better than they do today.

Key responsibilities

• Review everyday banking procedures to find manual bottlenecks and work with internal tech and automation tools to make them faster, easier and less error-prone.
• Research potential new banking and payment partners globally to help expand the financial infrastructure.
• Act as a key contact for banks and financial service providers, building relationships through regular meetings and clear communication.
• Review and negotiate commercial terms, fee structures and service agreements with banks.
• Complete bank applications, handle due diligence requests and keep KYB documentation accurate and up to date.
• Store and organize banking agreements, tracking contract updates, renewal dates and bank account records.
• Monitor ongoing banking operations and resolve service delays, account issues and partner queries early.
• Assist with internal and external audits by providing banking records and contribute to special operational projects.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Banking, Finance, Business Administration or a related field.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in banking operations, payment operations or corporate banking administration.
• Strong background in reviewing financial terms, negotiating agreements and understanding corporate banking procedures.
• Excellent written and spoken English, strong interpersonal skills, high integrity and the confidence to engage with executive stakeholders.

Required skills

• Comfort using AI-driven productivity tools and digital workflows, with a continuous-improvement mindset.
• Exceptional organization, attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.