25 Financial Planning jobs in Dubai
VP Financial Planning
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The hiring company is a large organisation in the Technology industry. Known for its innovative approach, the firm has established itself as a market leader in the tech, digital and AI sector, constantly pushing boundaries and setting new standards. They now have operations in the Middle East, North America and Europe.
- Oversee and manage all financial planning activities.
- Develop and implement strategic financial plans.
- Analyse financial data and prepare forecasts.
- Lead team in annual budgeting process.
- Ensure compliance with financial regulations and standards.
- Coordinate with senior management to align financial plans with business goals.
- Report on financial performance and make recommendations.
- Drive financial planning initiatives to support the company's growth.
- A strong educational background in Finance, Accounting or related fields.
- Must hold experience in operating in Europe and/or North America.
- Must hold string M&A experience
- Proven leadership skills and the ability to manage a team.
- Excellent analytical and strategic planning skills.
- Strong knowledge of financial regulations and standards.
- The ability to align financial plans with business objectives.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills.
Financial Planning & Analytics Lead
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Dubai, United Arab Emirates | Posted on 10/14/2025
At Stella Stays, we’re not just another hospitality brand - we’re building the future of living. We’ve reimagined what it means to feel at home, creating tech-driven, beautifully designed spaces that people actually want to live in, whether for a few days or a few months.
We started in 2019 with a bold vision, and in just a few years, we became leaders in the space, disrupting traditional hospitality with a fresh, forward-thinking approach. Our fully furnished homes across MENA are seamlessly bookable online, ready for instant move-in, and packed with everything from high-speed WiFi to world class amenities. No paperwork, no hassle - just modern, effortless living.
Behind this vision is a team of ambitious, fast moving people who thrive in a high-growth environment. We think big, move fast, and build what’s never been built before - together.
If you’re looking for a place where you can make things happen, grow your career, and be part of something truly game-changing, you’ve found it. Welcome to the future. Welcome to Stella Stays.
About the Role:
We’re looking for a Finance Executive who is detail-oriented, analytical, and ready to thrive in a fast-paced, global environment. You’ll play a vital role in managing daily finance operations, supporting growth initiatives, and ensuring compliance while helping us scale across regions.
What You’ll Do:
- Handle day-to-day accounting, reconciliations, and financial reporting.
- Manage accounts payable/receivable, invoices, and expense tracking.
- Assist with monthly closing, budgeting, and forecasting processes.
- Partner with cross-functional teams (Sales, Operations, Guest Experience) to provide financial insights.
- Ensure compliance with local regulations, tax filings, and internal controls.
- Support audits, financial analysis, and ad-hoc reporting. Use tech tools, automation, and dashboards to improve efficiency.
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
- 2–4 years of finance/accounting experience; experience in hospitality or tech/hospitality-tech is a plus.
- Strong understanding of accounting principles, financial reporting, and compliance.
- Proficiency with accounting software and Excel/Google Sheets.
- Analytical mindset with meticulous attention to detail.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, scaling startup environment.
- Strong communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.
Financial Planning Analyst - IT Distribution
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Finance
Location
UAE - Dubai
Job Type
Full Time
Closing Date
03-Oct-2025
About KeystonKeyston Distribution is the B2B Distribution unit of Majid Digital Group. In 2021, Keyston was established with a capital infusion and a digital mandate to create 5000+ digital customers from Iraq and MENA region. Our objective is to onboard the best-in-class global vendors and to provide end-to-end technology and professional solutions to our reseller channel base.
We partner with reputable global vendors in the technology industry, which include Avaya, Asus, Canon, Western Digital, SanDisk, LG, Seagate, MSI and ASRock as well as other strategic partners whose relationship with the group has strengthened over the past 5 years.
We are dedicated to serving our customers by providing end-to-end products and solutions that support specific business demands.
Keyston operations commence from Dubai and expand across the GCC region and Iraq with future to expand to other markets.
About the RoleWe are looking for a results-oriented and analytically strong Financial Planning Analyst (FP&A) to support strategic planning and performance management in our fast-growing IT distribution business. This role will play a critical part in driving financial insight across multiple vendors, product lines, and regions, enabling data-driven decision-making at all levels of the organization.
AvailabilityImmediate joiners based in UAE only
Key ResponsibilitiesBudgeting & Forecasting
Lead the annual budgeting process across all business units and departments.
Manage rolling forecasts for revenue, gross margin, operating expenses, and cash flow.
Build robust financial models to evaluate revenue, cost of goods sold (COGS), and profitability by vendor, SKU, region, and channel.
Revenue & Margin Analysis
Analyze gross margin and profitability by product category, vendor, and customer segment.
Track and interpret sales vs. forecast and identify root causes of performance variances.
Support pricing strategy, promotional campaigns, and discount impact analysis.
Business Performance & Reporting
Develop and maintain Power BI dashboards and KPI scorecards for real-time visibility.
Prepare monthly business review decks and performance reports for senior leadership and board-level meetings.
QualificationsCA / ACCA / CIMA / MBA (Finance or related field).
5–10 years of experience in FP&A, financial modeling, and business analytics.
Power BI certification is a strong plus.
Experience in IT distribution or trading is preferred.
Preferred Skills
Strong proficiency in financial modeling, forecasting, and data visualization.
Ability to translate complex financial data into clear business insights.
Experience in developing annual operating and capital budgets aligned with corporate strategy.
Excellent communication, presentation, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
Self-driven, organized, and capable of working both independently and in teams.
About Application ProcessIf you meet the criteria and you are enthusiastic about the role, we would welcome your application.Tocomplete the application you would need the following document(s):
#J-18808-LjbffrKearney, Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) Analyst
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Kearney, Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) Analyst — Full-time in Dubai, Middle East & Africa region.
Job DescriptionKearney, Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) Analyst
As the FP&A Analyst in our Dubai office, you will support the financial planning and analysis function with a focus predominantly on the Middle East region. This role is responsible for budgeting, forecasting, financial modeling, and providing strategic insights to drive business decisions. The FP&A Analyst will collaborate with various departments to gather and analyze financial data, identify trends, and support decision-making processes. A proactive mindset, strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to communicate complex financial information clearly are essential. The ideal candidate will be a strategic thinker who can contribute to the company's growth and profitability through meticulous financial planning and analysis.
Reporting directly to the Senior Financial Planning & Analytics Manager and functionally to the Regional CFO and ME Financial Controller. The role also works closely with Finance teams in Dubai, South Africa, Turkey, London, and Chicago, as well as other local functions such as HR, Staffing, Office Management, and Legal. The ME finance team consists of 11 members.
Key responsibilities- Develop and maintain complex financial models to support various business scenarios and strategic initiatives.
- Conduct detailed variance analysis to compare actual results to budget and forecast, identifying key drivers and providing actionable insights.
- Monitor and analyze cost structures, identifying areas for cost reduction and efficiency improvements.
- Collaborate with sales and marketing teams to develop accurate revenue forecasts and track performance against targets.
- Evaluate capital expenditure proposals, perform ROI analysis, and track project performance.
- Perform scenario planning and sensitivity analysis to assess the financial impact of different business decisions and external factors.
- Conduct benchmarking studies to compare company performance against industry peers and best practices.
- Create and maintain dashboards and visualizations to communicate financial performance and key metrics to stakeholders.
- Ensure compliance with financial regulations and internal policies, assisting with audits and regulatory reporting as needed.
- Identify and implement process improvements to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of the FP&A function.
- Act as a strategic partner to business units, providing financial insights and recommendations to support operational and strategic decisions.
- Identify and assess financial risks, developing strategies to mitigate potential impacts on the business.
- Develop and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure and improve business performance.
- Assist in the preparation and management of the annual budget, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and objectives.
- Support ad-hoc financial analysis and special projects as needed, providing timely and accurate information to stakeholders.
After nearly 100 years, we know this business is fundamentally about making connections—between facts, figures, insights, strategies, tools, technologies and above all, people. That’s why we look for proactive, positive, and flexible individuals who are always unapologetically their unique selves.
We want to hear from you if you:
- Have a university degree or equivalent and are studying for, or completed an internationally recognized Certified/Chartered accountant qualification such as ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CPA
- Have a minimum 5 years in a similar role. Professional service industry experience is desirable
- Have a strong knowledge of financial planning and analysis in a related role
- Possess strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial modelling
- Have experience with financial software and ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) is a plus
- Have excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
- Have excellent verbal and written communication skills in English. Arabic is desirable
- Are commercially minded and are willing to be hands on
- Have strong organization skills, attention to detail and a high level of accuracy
- Are a self-driven, highly motivated team player who understands the implications of collaborating in a truly global environment
Every day, our people work to be the difference for our clients, our communities, and our colleagues. They are sustained by a competitive remuneration package plus comprehensive benefits and perks, including but not limited to:
- Generous retirement/pension savings contributions
- Comprehensive medical insurance for employees and their families
- Structured and on-the-job learning and development opportunities
- Personalized opportunities to help you chart a unique career journey to pursue your own personal and professional goals
Apply now. Submit your cover letter, CV (.doc or .pdf format only) via our website.
Equal employment opportunity and non-discrimination Kearney prides itself on providing a culture where our employees belong and thrive equally, which means our people feel comfort, confidence, and joy as they do great things for our firm, our colleagues, and our clients. Kearney is an equal opportunity employer; we recruit, hire, train, promote, develop, and provide other conditions of employment without regard to a person’s gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, race or ethnicity, religion, age, national origin, disability, marital status, pregnancy status, veteran status, genetic information, or any other differences consistent with applicable laws. This includes providing reasonable accommodation for disabilities or religious beliefs and practices. We encourage everyone to apply, including those who may not feel historically represented in consulting.
#J-18808-LjbffrDATA SCIENTIST: FINANCIAL SERVICES
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Antal Motor City is partnering with a fast-growing financial services leader in Dubai that is making significant investments in Generative AI and advanced data science. This is a unique chance to join a team at the forefront of AI-driven transformation in the region.
The RoleAs a Data Scientist, you’ll work on high-impact initiatives such as fraud detection, credit risk, financial forecasting, and personalised digital services.
You’ll be applying deep learning, large language models and advanced analytics to solve some of the most pressing challenges in financial services.
Key Responsibilities- Design, build and deploy AI/ML models to address fraud, risk and forecasting.
- Collaborate with product, risk, and technology teams to translate business needs into scalable AI solutions.
- Research, test and optimise algorithms, including deep learning and LLMs.
- Present insights and recommendations directly to senior stakeholders.
- Bachelor’s or Master’s in Computer Science, Data Science, or related field.
- Hands-on experience developing and deploying AI/ML models into production.
- Strong Python skills with frameworks such as TensorFlow, PyTorch, or Keras.
- Deep understanding of algorithms, data structures, and machine learning techniques.
- (Preferred) Exposure to financial services or fintech environments.
- Opportunity to work at the cutting edge of Generative AI in financial services.
- Large-scale projects with immediate, real-world business impact.
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates. By submitting your application, you grant us written consent to keep your resume in our system. We appreciate your interest in working with us and thank you for applying.
#J-18808-LjbffrACCOUNT DIRECTOR - FINANCIAL SERVICES
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Job Location: Dubai, UAE
Company: Multinational PR & Advertising Agency.
Job Summary: Identify and build opportunities from Organization’s existing strong client portfolio and to source and maximize the growing Financial Communications opportunities across the region.
Job Requirements:
- 8+ years’ experience in the field of public relations and communications within financial communications.
- Proven track record in managing and measuring communication effectiveness.
- Experience in strategic communications, managing finances, including budget development, management, resourcing, and forecasting.
- Native-level written and spoken English, enabling strong content development skills, including experience drafting op-eds and quotes/statements for media. Arabic writing would be a bonus.
- Lead and/or contribute to pitches and new business efforts focused on FinComm opportunities or integrated assignments.
- Track record developing and executing successful communications strategies and programmes.
- Possess strong leadership qualities and have in-depth experience effectively managing a group and helping employees grow.
- Excellent project management skills including delegation of tasks.
- Excellent understanding of social media, and ability to collaborate and communicate with multiple internal stakeholders, including strategic planning and creative.
- Strong ability to lead and convert new business opportunities.
- Experience managing finances, including budget development, management, resourcing, and forecasting.
- Team player who is focused on developing a collaborative work ethic within account teams and is committed to ensuring an excellent work environment.
- Excellent writing skills—both technical and creative/promotional proficiency.
- Strong communications and interpersonal skills.
If you know of anyone who has these qualifications and is looking for a challenging career, please email:
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#J-18808-LjbffrDelivery Lead - Financial Services
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Delivery Lead - Financial Services (Dubai/Riyadh)
Experienced Professional - Management Consulting Full-time Hybrid Dubai, United Arab Emirates
We are an established, globally active management consulting company with offices in Switzerland, Germany, Austria, UK, USA, Singapore, Hong Kong, the Philippines, Australia, Indonesia and India. We are a valued partner to many of the world‘s largest international financial services and insurance firms. We support our clients at all project management stages from the development of strategies and operational frameworks to the technical implementation and handover. Our expertise in business and technology combined with our methodic approach enable us to create sustainable added value for our clients business.
About the job:- Responsible for assessing and analyzing the issues with the production environment.
- Provide optimized solutions to fix the issues and even automate the fixes.
- Identify potential bottlenecks in a system and propose improvements.
- Support multiple applications and infrastructure.
- Troubleshoot production systems and self-learn new tools and technologies as per project requirements.
- Document and share knowledge of developed or maintained solutions.
- Experience with end-to-end project lifecycle and implementation.
- Independent thinker with a problem-solving attitude and strong work ethic.
- Bachelor's Degree in IT or relevant course.
- At least 10 years of related experience in managing technical delivery team (overall experience of at least 10 years).
- Track record in leading large teams (20+ people) across multiple projects running in parallel.
- Strong experience in the Banking industry (primarily Retail banking; additional experience on Wealth is preferred).
- Experience with communication to senior stakeholders / C-suite.
- Ability to deep-dive into the details of each project and help the team progress.
- Experience in operating and managing AWS environment.
- Ability to travel to Riyadh (at least 50% of the time, i.e. 2 weeks onsite and 2 weeks remote).
- Flexibility to work Sunday to Thursday (based on Saudi Arabia working days).
- Experience using a tool called Sumologic.
- Great excel and PowerPoint skills.
- Flexible working hours with part-time working models and hybrid options
- Attractive fringe benefits and salary structures in line with the market
- Modern and central office space with good public transport connections
- Can-do mentality and one-spirit culture
- Varied events and employee initiatives
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- Qualifications (bachelor/ master diploma, etc.) with certificate of grades
- Motivation letter: Why Synpulse? Why you? Why this function?
Do you approach your tasks with commitment and enjoyment and are you convinced that teamwork achieves better results than working alone? Are you proactive and willing to go the extra mile for your clients? Are you motivated not only to design solutions but also to implement them? As a flexible and goal-oriented person, you will quickly assume entrepreneurial responsibility with us. Do you appreciate the spirit of a growing international company with Swiss roots and a strong corporate culture? Then we look forward to receiving your online application at synpulse.com
About our cultureOur people are our most valuable asset. They drive our growth and anchor our success. They are experts, thought leaders, and trusted partners of our global clients. The Synpulse OneSpirit is reflected in our people and unrivaled culture of collaboration, inclusion, entrepreneurship, and fun. We are good corporate citizen in our communities and we celebrate success together with our Synpulse crypto token.
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KSA Enterprise Account Executive - Financial Services
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We’re Salesforce, the Customer Company, inspiring the future of business with AI+ Data +CRM. Leading with our core values, we help companies across every industry blaze new trails and connect with customers in a whole new way. And, we empower you to be a Trailblazer, too — driving your performance and career growth, charting new paths, and improving the state of the world. If you believe in business as the greatest platform for change and in companies doing well and doing good – you’ve come to the right place.
This role will be based in Saudi Arabia
Founded in 1999, Salesforce is the global leader in Customer Relationship Management (CRM). Companies of every size and industry are using Salesforce to transform their businesses using the latest technologies such as Artificial Intelligence, across Sales, Service, Marketing, Commerce, and more by connecting with customers in a whole new way. We harness technologies that can revolutionize companies, careers, and, hopefully, our world.Salesforce has been very proud to have been associated with the Middle East region for the last 15 years.
Salesforce has an established presence in Dubai which acts as the HQ for the region, with an office in Dubai Internet City and Cloud services located in Abu Dhabi, the commitment to our customers has been matched by the investments from the company, which enables a very strong growth trajectory. We are also establishing our legal entity in KSA, where this role will be based.
The position that has become available is for an Enterprise Account Executive in our Core Business Unit , helping our most strategic customers grow and excel with a Customer Experience that is unmatched in the industry.
This position will act as the lead Account Executive for the set of Accounts or Prospects in Saudi Arabia, working with a virtual team of Cloud Specialists, Solution Experts and Supporting colleagues, helping to set the vision and strategy to grow the revenue associated with the set of accounts on an annual basis.
This is the highest echelon of roles within Salesforce for Account Executives and as such a demonstrable track record, proven experience and leadership skills will be the defining factors in the successful candidate’s profile.
In addition, with technology ever changing, the ability to show considerable experience in being a thought leader in the field of Artificial Intelligence would be advantageous, as Salesforce takes first mover advantage in this highly competitive market place in the Middle East.This is an exciting time to be part of the Salesforce ecosystem, with its five core values: Trust, Customer Success, Innovation, Equality and Sustainability, Salesforce aims to be a force for good too. By making technology more accessible, we're helping create a future with greater opportunity and equality for all. This has taken our company to great heights, including being named one of the FORTUNE "100 Best Companies to Work For" 2024 — 16 years in a row.
We believe everyone can be a Trailblazer. Join Salesforce and discover a future of new opportunities.About Role
To work in our Enterprise Business Sales team focussed on Salesforce’s existing and prospective clients in Saudi Arabia.
As Salesforce continues to accelerate its presence in region, this position will involve managing both existing customers and building new relationships with prospective clients
This position sits in the Core Sales team at Salesforce therefore, the ideal candidate would have proven credibility at managing large, virtual teams in support of the Vision and Strategy that they would create for their accounts.
The successful candidate will act and lead as the most Senior AE in this regional Business Unit.
Increase revenue spend across a set of new and existing customers while building the Salesforce presence in the local market.
This role would be ideal for someone who has experience in Financial Services with a proven track record of software sales over the last 15 years,About Team
This role sits in our Enterprise Business Sales unit which is the top tier of accounts within the company
The role would be known as a Core Role as the selected candidate would own the Vision, Strategy and Stakeholder Management in each account, primarily responsible for Salesforce Core AI products, such as Sales CRM but also working with Sales Account Executives responsible for other Salesforce Cloud Solutions to ultimately drive towards one growth target.Preferred Qualifications
University Graduate Calibre
At least 15 years of successful, referenceable Sales Experience, preferably in Software Sales
Knowledge and contacts within the Saudi Arabian market would be a competitive advantage
Currently resides in the UAE or is willing for a relocation within 3 months
Has a local driving licence
Is fluent in English at a Business level, with Arabic preferable
Has no restrictions to travel internationally.
This is a mix of a New Business and an Existing Business Role rather than one of solely managing existing accounts. The preferred candidate will have a proven track record in creating sales through excellent business development skills, territory planning, pipeline generation and the closing of significant Cloud software opportunities.
Key Responsibilities
Drive sales in assigned territory for new market
Introduce Salesforce offerings to new customers within assigned territory
Communicate Salesforce value proposition to close sales
May be responsible for additional responsibilities due to resource constraints
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Location: Dubai
Other locations: Primary Location Only
Date: 15 Oct 2025
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Languages: Arabic & English (Mandatory)
Experience: 12–15 years
Industry Focus: Banking, Insurance, and Financial Institutions
As a Senior Manager / Director in EY’s Financial Services Risk Management (FSRM) team, you will help leading financial institutions navigate regulatory complexity, strengthen capital resilience, and modernize their risk management frameworks.
The role demands deep expertise across credit, market, liquidity, and operational risk — together with Basel III/IV, ICAAP, and IFRS 9 implementation — and the ability to lead large transformation programs that combine quantitative precision with strategic impact.
You will also have the opportunity to shape EY’s next-generation risk offerings through the use of AI, automation, and digital risk tools , while mentoring diverse teams and engaging directly with senior regulators and client executives.
Key Responsibilities Client Delivery and Technical Leadership- Lead complex risk transformation engagements covering credit, market, liquidity, and operational risk , regulatory capital, and stress testing.
- Design, calibrate, and validate risk models (PD, LGD, EAD) under Basel and IFRS 9.
- Develop and review ICAAP frameworks, capital planning, and stress testing programs for regulatory submission.
- Support clients in strengthening liquidity risk frameworks (LCR, NSFR, IRRBB) and aligning ALM practices with supervisory expectations.
- Advise on operational risk frameworks, RCSA design, loss data analytics, and capital quantification under Basel III/IV.
- Oversee engagement governance, ensuring delivery excellence, client satisfaction, and measurable impact.
- Build and manage senior client relationships, including C-suite and Board-level stakeholders.
- Contribute to business development through proposal leadership, solution design, and sector insights.
- Identify emerging client needs (ESG, climate risk, AI governance) and translate them into new service offerings.
- Coach and mentor junior team members, fostering a culture of analytical rigor and innovation.
- Develop EY’s intellectual capital through publications, client insights, and participation in industry forums.
- Promote cross-border collaboration with other EY member firms in Europe, APAC, and the GCC.
- Lead or contribute to fraud risk analytics using machine learning and anomaly detection.
- Design third-party risk management frameworks for outsourcing and fintech ecosystems.
- Apply AI/ML and automation in model governance, early-warning indicators, and risk reporting.
- Integrate digital, cyber, and resilience considerations into enterprise risk frameworks.
- Strong quantitative background and regulatory fluency across credit, market, liquidity, and operational risk domains.
- Deep understanding of Basel III/IV , IFRS 9 , and ICAAP/ILAAP requirements.
- Proficiency in Python, R, SAS, or SQL for quantitative and stress-testing model development.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills, capable of engaging both technical and executive audiences.
- Strategic thinker with an ability to translate complex regulations into actionable business solutions.
- 12–15 years of experience in financial-services risk management, either in consulting or at a Tier-1 bank.
- Demonstrated success leading risk and capital-management transformation programs.
- Experience working directly with regulators (e.g., SAMA, CBUAE, QCB, EBA, APRA, PRA).
- Fluency in Arabic and English (spoken and written).
- Exposure to fraud, third-party, or digital-risk domains.
- International project experience across Europe, Australia, or APAC.
- Professional certifications such as FRM , CFA , or PRM .
- Experience leveraging AI/ML for predictive modelling, anomaly detection, or model monitoring.
An accomplished risk professional with quantitative depth, regulatory awareness, and leadership presence — someone who can bridge financial modelling with strategic advisory, and who thrives on helping clients build resilient and forward‑looking risk functions.
What We Offer- A platform to lead risk transformation across the region’s most significant financial institutions.
- Access to EY’s global network of quantitative and regulatory experts.
- Opportunities to innovate with emerging technologies in risk and finance.
- A diverse and inclusive culture that values intellectual curiosity and teamwork.
Join EY and help redefine how banks and financial institutions in the GCC manage risk — combining insight, regulation, and innovation to build a safer financial system.
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#J-18808-LjbffrEnterprise Architect - Abu Dhabi Based - Financial Services
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A leading financial services organisation undergoing strategic transformation.
Responsibilities- Lead and chair governance forums, reviewing solution designs and passing architectural verdicts.
- Take ownership of EA artefacts, maintain, promote, and gather feedback for continuous improvement.
- Independently lead assigned projects and partner with stakeholders across business and technology.
- Ensure smooth operation of architecture forums and drive cross functional collaboration.
- Present complex architecture in simplified formats for business stakeholders.
- Engage with asset and wealth management platforms and understand treasury and finance functions.
- Contribute to AI capability development and practical application across business units.
- 7-10 years' experience in enterprise architecture, ideally within financial services.
- Strong consultancy background (e.g., Accenture or similar) with excellent articulation and presentation skills.
- Familiarity and understanding of finance and treasury operations.
- Comfortable with stakeholder engagement and simplifying complex concepts for business audiences.
- Experience in governance, solution design review, and architecture artefact management.
- Open to candidates with business architecture backgrounds.
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