9 Financial Market jobs in the United Arab Emirates

Vortexa is a fast-growing international technology business founded to solve the immense information gap that exists in the energy industry. By using massive amounts of new satellite data and pioneering work in artificial intelligence, Vortexa creates an unprecedented view on the global seaborne energy flows in real-time, bringing transparency and efficiency to the energy markets and society as a whole.

We are seeking a talented Senior Analyst within our global Market Intelligence & Analytics team to join us in advancing Vortexa’s mission to open, connect, and optimize the energy industry through pioneering technology and thought-leading market insights.

As a senior leader within Vortexa’s Analysis team, you will play a pivotal role in leading and strategising analysis activities in the wider Middle East region. You will leverage your market knowledge and thought leadership to deliver high-quality, cross-barrel oil market insights, present them in client meetings, conferences, and industry panels. Additionally, you will shape product and data improvement initiatives, collaborating closely with our global cross-functional teams to expand our product offerings and support business development.

1. Market Analysis: Perform cross-barrel market analysis using Vortexa’s proprietary trade flows & freight analytics data, generating insights, reports, and presentations for clients.
2. Data Analysis: Identify opportunities to enhance data quality and transform complex datasets into strategic insights for clients.
3. Client & Public Engagement: Present market views at client meetings and industry events, and support the Commercial team with market-related queries.
4. Product Development: Collaborate with data, engineering, and product teams to improve analytics platform accuracy and features, providing feedback for data quality and new features.
5. Leadership & Team Development: Mentor analysts, align analysis activities with the global team, and foster business growth and team development.
6. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with Sales, Marketing, and R&D teams to align strategic goals, enhance client offerings, and support growth.

1. Deep knowledge of oil & gas markets, supply/demand fundamentals in seaborne trade flows & freight markets, with regional expertise in the Middle East preferred.
2. Ability to critically analyze markets and formulate thought-leading insights that showcase Vortexa’s strengths.
3. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with experience presenting to clients and at external events.
4. High standards for data analysis, capable of manipulating large datasets and investigating anomalies.
5. Effective collaboration across functions in a global organization.
6. Pioneering, entrepreneurial spirit, and ability to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
7. Proficiency in Excel; programming and visualization skills in SQL, Python, Power BI are advantageous.

We offer a vibrant, diverse workplace committed to innovation, continuous learning, and social responsibility, including equity options, flexible working policies, and a global volunteering program.

Vortexa is a fast-growing international technology business founded to solve the immense information gap that exists in the energy industry. By using massive amounts of new satellite data and pioneering work in artificial intelligence, Vortexa creates an unprecedented view on the global seaborne energy flows in real-time, bringing transparency and efficiency to the energy markets and society as a whole.

We are seeking a talented Senior Analyst role within our global Market Intelligence & Analytics team to join us in advancing Vortexa’s mission to open, connect, and optimize the energy industry through pioneering technology and thought-leading market insights.

As a senior leader within Vortexa’s Analysis team, you will play a pivotal role in leading and strategising the analysis activities in the wider Middle East region. With your in-depth market knowledge and thought leadership, you will deliver high-quality, cross-barrel oil market insights and present them in client meetings, conferences and industry panels. You will also shape product and data improvement initiatives, and work closely with our global cross-functional teams to expand our product offerings and support business development.

Key Responsibilities:

• Market Analysis: Perform cross-barrel market analysis using Vortexa’s proprietary seaborne trade flows & freight analytics data and generate thought-leading insights, reports and presentations for our clients
• Data Analysis: Identify opportunities to enhance Vortexa’s data quality and formulate ideas to transform our complex datasets into strategic insights for our clients
• Client & Public Engagement: Present market views at client meetings and industry events to demonstrate Vortexa’s expertise, and work with the Commercial team to support market-related queries
• Product Development: Collaborate closely with our data, engineering, and product teams to enhance the accuracy and features of our analytics platform. Provide feedback to improve data quality and develop new features
• Leadership & Team Development: Mentor a talented team of analysts, aligning the strategic direction of analysis activities with the global team, fostering both business growth and team development
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with Sales, Marketing, and R&D teams to align on strategic goals, enhance client offerings, and support business growth

Requirements:

• Demonstrates excellent cross-barrel knowledge of the oil & gas markets and underlying supply/demand fundamentals in seaborne trade flows & freight markets. Deep niche expertise in one or more areas is welcome. Ideally experience within the Middle East and knowledge of regional markets.
• Ability to critically analyse the market, formulating thought-leading insights that highlights the strengths of Vortexa’s offerings.
• Exhibits strong written and verbal communication abilities, and is experienced in presenting market insights to clients and at external events.
• Sets a high bar for data analysis, ensuring insights are accurate and relevant. Ideally able to manipulate large datasets, scrutinise and investigate anomalies.
• Collaborates effectively across functions in a global organisation
• Possesses pioneering and entrepreneurial spirit, and enjoys working in a fast-paced and collaborative environment
• Fluent in Excel, with proficiency in programming and visualisation tools such as SQL, Python, PowerBi being a bonus

• A vibrant, diverse company pushing ourselves and the technology to deliver beyond the cutting edge
• A team of motivated characters and top minds striving to be the best at what we do at all times
• Constantly learning and exploring new tools and technologies
• Acting as company owners (all Vortexa staff have equity options)– in a business-savvy and responsible way
• Motivated by being collaborative, working and achieving together
• A flexible working policy- accommodating both remote & home working, with regular staff events
• Global Volunteering Policy to help you ‘do good’ and feel better

Vortexa is a fast-growing international technology business founded to solve the immense information gap that exists in the energy industry. By using massive amounts of new satellite data and pioneering work in artificial intelligence, Vortexa creates an unprecedented view on the global seaborne energy flows in real-time, bringing transparency and efficiency to the energy markets and society as a whole.

We are seeking a talented Senior Analyst within our global Market Intelligence & Analytics team to join us in advancing Vortexa’s mission to open, connect, and optimize the energy industry through pioneering technology and thought-leading market insights.

As a senior leader within Vortexa’s Analysis team, you will play a pivotal role in leading and strategising analysis activities in the wider Middle East region. You will leverage your market knowledge and thought leadership to deliver high-quality, cross-barrel oil market insights, present them in client meetings, conferences, and industry panels. Additionally, you will shape product and data improvement initiatives, collaborating closely with our global cross-functional teams to expand our product offerings and support business development.

• Market Analysis: Perform cross-barrel market analysis using Vortexa’s proprietary trade flows & freight analytics data, generating insights, reports, and presentations for clients.
• Data Analysis: Identify opportunities to enhance data quality and transform complex datasets into strategic insights for clients.
• Client & Public Engagement: Present market views at client meetings and industry events, and support the Commercial team with market-related queries.
• Product Development: Collaborate with data, engineering, and product teams to improve analytics platform accuracy and features, providing feedback for data quality and new features.
• Leadership & Team Development: Mentor analysts, align analysis activities with the global team, and foster business growth and team development.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with Sales, Marketing, and R&D teams to align strategic goals, enhance client offerings, and support growth.

• Deep knowledge of oil & gas markets, supply/demand fundamentals in seaborne trade flows & freight markets, with regional expertise in the Middle East preferred.
• Ability to critically analyze markets and formulate thought-leading insights that showcase Vortexa’s strengths.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with experience presenting to clients and at external events.
• High standards for data analysis, capable of manipulating large datasets and investigating anomalies.
• Effective collaboration across functions in a global organization.
• Pioneering, entrepreneurial spirit, and ability to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
• Proficiency in Excel; programming and visualization skills in SQL, Python, Power BI are advantageous.

We offer a vibrant, diverse workplace committed to innovation, continuous learning, and social responsibility, including equity options, flexible working policies, and a global volunteering program.

A highly motivated quantitative researcher is needed to join our Investment Management & Research group. The role focuses on MENA Equities, playing a key part in researching, developing and operating equities strategies in the region.

You will spend an initial period working in our London office before relocating to Abu Dhabi. Key responsibilities include conducting in-depth research to identify alpha-generating strategies in MENA equity markets, researching and back testing systematic trading signals and collaborating closely with portfolio managers, researchers and technologists to develop trading infrastructure and strategies.

• Conduct thorough market analysis to uncover profitable opportunities in MENA equities
• Develop and test algorithmic trading models for optimal results
• Partner with cross-functional teams to design and implement trading systems
• Monitor strategy performance and provide actionable insights

• Proven track record of experience in systematic equity trading environments
• Advanced data analysis skills with proficiency in Python programming and relevant libraries
• Exceptional understanding of signal research and portfolio construction methodologies
• Excellent communication skills with ability to collaborate in a global team environment

Our organisation is committed to diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications from talented individuals worldwide.

The application process involves reviewing your application, phone interviews and in-person assessments. You will receive guidance throughout the process.

Onboarding will involve technical training and case studies to ensure a smooth transition into the role.

Mai Dubai seeks a diligent and detail-oriented Market Auditor to ensure the integrity of sales processes, store positions, and financial status with respect to customers.

• Sales Process Audit : Verify completeness of sales processes and invoices with customers.
• Store Audit : Perform inventory checks, audit stock arrangements, and ensure merchandising compliance.
• Business Insights : Conduct competition checks, analyze market presence, and gather insights on competitors.
• Risk Assessment : Identify and mitigate risks related to customer business continuity, payment patterns, and balance confirmations.
• Team Collaboration : Work closely with internal teams to make insights actionable.

• Bachelor's degree in Commerce, Accounting, Business, or related field.
• 5-7 years of experience in market audit or customer-facing roles in retail environments.
• Strong understanding of retail audit processes and excellent communication skills.
• Proficiency in financial software like SAP or Oracle is a plus.

• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent negotiation and client relationship management skills.
• Proactive, solution-oriented approach with high ethical standards.

We value integrity, responsibility, and a proactive approach to problem-solving. This role offers opportunities for professional growth and development in a dynamic environment.

• Continuously improve Markets practices to ensure that ADGM takes a leading role in market infrastructure and related capital market developments.

Operational responsibilities

• Responsible for licencing and supervision of Recognised Investment Exchanges, Recognised Clearing Houses, MTFs and OTFs, Remote Bodies and Remote Members in close liaison with Director MI and other colleagues.
• Build and manage regulatory relationships with market stakeholders (Recognised Bodies, MTFs, OTFs, Remote Bodies and Remote Members) and other relevant ADGM staff
• Keep up to date to advise Markets’ senior management on changes to regional and international regulations and policy that will impact Markets functions.
• Support the Director in terms of oversight of changes to policies and regulations within the team.
• Liaise with other internal stakeholders within FSRA and ADGM as appropriate.
• Deliver additional tasks, or carry out any other duties, that may be delegated from the Director.
• Participate and deliver on projects that may be allocated thereto.
• Adherence to all internal policies, rules and behaviours
• Assist in the development and administration of rules, policies and procedures and supervisory processes for the regulation of Market Infrastructures, Remote Bodies and Remote Members governing the initial recognition / authorisation and ongoing supervision thereof.

Managerial

• Creates an environment where team members consistently drive to improve performance
• Takes responsibility for mentoring high potential and most critical talent in their career progression
• Contribute towards a team culture within the Markets team

Manager Infrastructure • Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

Job Title: Market Surveillance Expert - Financial Services

We are seeking an experienced technical expert to drive the integration, onboarding, and support of our market surveillance platform. This critical role requires strong technical expertise and leadership skills to ensure seamless collaboration with exchanges and trading venues, manage data integrations, and oversee platform performance and changes.

• Lead technical efforts to integrate new exchanges, venues, and data sources, coordinating with vendors and internal teams.
• Facilitate onboarding of new data feeds, including validation, protocol mapping (e.g., FIX), normalization, and certification.
• Manage testing cycles with exchanges and venues, including SIT, UAT, and issue triage.

• Primary technical contact with the surveillance provider, ensuring SLAs and requirements are met.
• Oversee releases, environment management, and feature deployments.
• Manage change requests, track enhancements, and validate rule/configuration changes before deployment.

• Monitor platform availability, data completeness, and alert performance.
• Support incident resolution with vendors and stakeholders.
• Maintain dashboards, runbooks, and incident protocols.
• Conduct vendor review sessions on KPIs, issues, and roadmaps.

• Collaborate with Compliance, Operations, Legal, and IT Security to ensure regulatory and internal compliance.
• Represent technical interests in governance, audits, and assessments.
• Translate regulatory needs into technical tasks and track delivery.

• Experience with exchange architecture, including OMS (Order Management System), data matching engines, FIX node processes, data validators, FIX tags/values, and message types within session/application management.
• Experience working with third-party SaaS or managed surveillance platforms and external data providers (e.g., exchanges, brokers).
• Knowledge of regulatory frameworks such as CAT, MAR, MiFID II, and SEC Rule 15c3-5.
• Direct experience with market/trade or regulatory surveillance platforms (not generic reporting surveillance).

• Experience with platforms like Nasdaq SMARTS, Eventus Validus, Scila, ACA, etc.
• Knowledge of regulatory frameworks such as CAT, MAR, MiFID II, SEC Rule 15c3-5.
• Vendor relationship management experience in regulated environments.
• Knowledge of monitoring tools, cloud/SaaS operations, network architecture, and firewall policies.
• Backend server management and Linux OS familiarity is a plus.

The MI Team within the Markets Division of the FSRA is responsible for the authorisation and supervision of trading, clearing, settlement and listing venues within, and connecting to, ADGM. Covering Financial Instruments, Virtual Assets and Spot Commodities, Markets authorises and supervises Market Infrastructures (being Recognised Investment Exchanges, Recognised Clearing Houses, MTFs and OTFs), Remote Bodies, Remote Members, Issuers and Reporting Entities.

Strategic responsibilities

•Continuously improve Markets practices to ensure that ADGM takes a leading role in market infrastructure and related capital market developments.

Operational responsibilities

•Responsible for licencing and supervision of Recognised Investment Exchanges, Recognised Clearing Houses, MTFs and OTFs, Remote Bodies and Remote Members in close liaison with Director MI and other colleagues.

•Build and manage regulatory relationships with market stakeholders (Recognised Bodies, MTFs, OTFs, Remote Bodies and Remote Members) and other relevant ADGM staff

•Keep up to date to advise Markets’ senior management on changes to regional and international regulations and policy that will impact Markets functions.

•Support the Director in terms of oversight of changes to policies and regulations within the team.

•Liaise with other internal stakeholders within FSRA and ADGM as appropriate.

•Deliver additional tasks, or carry out any other duties, that may be delegated from the Director.

•Participate and deliver on projects that may be allocated thereto.

•Adherence to all internal policies, rules and behaviours

•Assist in the development and administration of rules, policies and procedures and supervisory processes for the regulation of Market Infrastructures, Remote Bodies and Remote Members governing the initial recognition/ authorisation and ongoing supervision thereof.

Managerial

•Creates an environment where team members consistently drive to improve performance

•Takes responsibility for mentoring high potential and most critical talent in their career progression

•Contribute towards a team culture within the Markets team

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