UK Country Head

About Wahed:

We have a passion to reduce financial inequality and exclusion by building world leading financial products and services aimed at giving access to all. We are a New York headquartered Financial Technology (FinTech) company focused on serving values-based (shariah compliant) digital financial services to retail clients globally, starting with wealth management. We have an impressive global team aligned with this purpose and are looking for trail blazers in their fields that will take our customer delivery to new levels. We can promise you a digital first and truly international culture, as well as a fascinating immersion into the world of FinTech and Islamic finance.

Job Brief:

Wahed is seeking an experienced Country Head to lead the growth of our operations in the United Kingdom. The ideal candidate will be responsible for developing and executing a strategic plan to increase our market share, expand our customer base, and grow our product offerings in the region. Additionally, this role requires a strong focus on project management and cross-functional collaboration to ensure the successful implementation of new initiatives.

• Develop and execute a strategic plan for the country that aligns with Wahed's overall objectives.
• Drive growth by increasing market share, expanding our customer base, and identifying new revenue streams.
• Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including regulators, partners, and industry experts.
• Oversee the launch of new products and features, working closely with cross-functional teams to ensure successful implementation.
• Analyse market trends and customer feedback to identify opportunities for improvement and innovation.
• Manage a team of professionals across multiple departments, providing leadership, guidance, and support to achieve business goals.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and company policies.
• Provide regular reports to the c-suite on the performance of the country's operations, including financial metrics, customer acquisition, and product usage.

• Demonstrable experience in the financial services industry, with a focus on fintech, investment management, or related field.
• Proven track record of successfully launching and scaling operations in new and existing markets.
• Strong project management skills, with the ability to prioritise and execute multiple initiatives simultaneously.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Demonstrated leadership abilities, with experience managing teams across multiple functions.
• Strong analytical skills, with the ability to interpret data and identify trends.
• Understanding of local regulatory requirements and market dynamics in the financial services industry.
• Bachelor's degree in business, finance, or related field; MBA or other advanced degree preferred.
• Knowledge of Shariah-compliant investing and Islamic finance is preferred.
• Experience working and leading a diverse team of professionals.

If you are passionate about making investing more accessible and aligning it with our values and have a proven track record of success in fintech, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. As a key member of our leadership team, you will have the opportunity to shape the future of our business and beyond.