Description
To lead and manage the trading function of Mashreq Securities, ensuring superior execution and client service across UAE, regional, and international markets. The role is responsible for trading desk revenue, operational efficiency, compliance, and market competitiveness.
Key Result Areas
- Performance Management: Deliver trading desk revenues and market share across UAE, regional, and international execution.
- Execution Excellence: Establish and monitor best execution standards across local and global markets.
- Product & Service Development: Strengthen and expand execution capabilities across listed securities and exchange-traded products, aligned with client needs and within SCA approvals.
- Compliance & Governance: Ensure strict adherence to SCA regulations, UAE exchange requirements, and relevant international regulatory frameworks.
- Client Engagement: Partner with sales and relationship teams to provide execution support aligned with client expectations.
- Manage execution challenges across multi-market environments, including routing, liquidity, and settlement.
- Resolve compliance and regulatory escalations across jurisdictions.
- Lead process and system improvements to handle regional and international execution efficiently.
- Adapt execution strategies in response to volatile market conditions
Knowledge, Skills and Experience
- Bachelor’s in Finance, Business, or Economics; MBA or CFA preferred.
- 10–15 years’ brokerage/trading experience, including managing execution in UAE, regional, and international markets.
- Deep understanding of UAE exchanges (DFM, ADX, Nasdaq Dubai) and access to global markets.
- Proficiency in OMS, Bloomberg, and international market infrastructure.
- Strong leadership, communication, and commercial acumen, with proven ability to deliver results.
The leading financial institution in MENA
While more than half a century old, we proudly think like a challenger, startup, and innovator in banking and finance, powered by a diverse and dynamic team who put customers first. Together, we pioneer key innovations and developments in banking and financial services. Our mandate? To help customers find their way to Rise Every Day, partnering with them through the highs and lows to help them reach their goals and unlock their unique vision of success. Delivering superior service to clients by leading with innovation, treating colleagues with dignity and fairness while pursuing opportunities that grow shareholders value. We actively contribute to the community through responsible banking in our mission to inspire more people to Rise.Responsibilities:
- Manage and lead the trading desk, ensuring superior execution and client service.
- Oversee trading activities across UAE, regional, and international markets.
- Drive revenue growth and maintain profitability for the trading desk.
- Implement strategies to enhance operational efficiency and streamline processes.
- Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and internal policies.
- Stay updated on market trends and competitor activities to maintain competitiveness.
- Collaborate with other departments to align trading strategies with overall business goals.
- Mentor and develop team members, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement.
- Analyze market data and provide insights to support decision-making.
- Represent Mashreq Securities at industry events and build relationships with key stakeholders.
Qualifications:
- A bachelor's degree in finance, economics, or a related field is required.
- Minimum 10 years of experience in a trading role, with a proven track record of success.
- In-depth knowledge of UAE, regional, and international financial markets.
- Strong leadership and management skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire teams.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a data-driven approach.
- Proficiency in trading platforms and financial software.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and adapt to changing market conditions.
- A results-oriented mindset with a focus on driving revenue and operational excellence.
- Compliance certifications or relevant training is an asset.