Head of Trading Desk - UAE Stock Markets | Full Time Job in Dubai
First Abu Dhabi Bank is seeking an experienced Head of Trading Desk to manage day-to-day equity trading operations for UAE markets. This full-time role in Dubai requires a strategic and compliance-focused professional to oversee broker activities, ensure regulatory adherence, and deliver best execution standards for high-net-worth and retail clients.
Job Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Job Industry: Banking
Job Function: Trading / Brokerage
Salary: Negotiable
Gender: Any
Candidate Nationality: Any
Candidate Current Location: Any
What Does a Head of Trading Desk Do?
- Supervise all daily trading activities across the assigned branch, ensuring brokers adhere to SCA, DFM, and ADX rules
- Monitor and approve trading executions, ensuring profitability while maintaining client best-interest standards
- Guide and evaluate broker performance, ensuring they meet financial targets and uphold professional ethics
- Ensure that all trades, amendments, and cancellations are accurately recorded in the back office system
- Maintain direct relationships with HNWI clients, branch managers, and internal departments for integrated banking solutions
- Communicate regularly with compliance and audit departments to implement updates and mitigate risks
- Lead the trading desk's operational improvements by refining procedures in line with market regulations
- Promote cross-selling of FAB's banking products and services to clients
- Report trading activity metrics and irregularities to senior management
What Are the Key Responsibilities?
- Ensure brokers comply with SCA and internal policies
- Review and enhance internal policies based on regulatory updates
- Track and report broker performance and execution quality
- Work closely with FAB branches and clients to enhance trading experience
- Ensure all FABS platforms and systems are updated to match regulatory changes
- Handle escalations, risk reporting, and maintain oversight of all trade-related functions
- Support brokerage team with knowledge sharing, training, and system improvements
What Skills Are Needed for a Head of Trading Desk in Dubai?
Education:
- Bachelor\'s degree in a relevant field (Finance, Business, or Economics)
Experience:
- Minimum 8 years of experience in brokerage operations
- UAE Licensed Broker (SCA Certification required)
Skills:
- Strong understanding of UAE stock markets (DFM, ADX)
- Proficient in compliance standards, trade supervision, and risk mitigation
- Strong organizational, leadership, and communication skills
- Fluent in English and Arabic (written and spoken)
- Highly proficient with trading platforms and back-office systems
- Self-motivated, adaptable, and capable of managing high-pressure environments
What Benefits Come with This Position?
- Join one of the world's most secure and influential banks
- Lead a critical function in the UAE's top banking institution
- Engage with high-net-worth clients and grow strategic relationships
- Competitive salary and performance-based rewards
- Career growth within a world-class financial institution
About the Company
FAB (First Abu Dhabi Bank) is the largest financial institution in the UAE and among the world's safest banks. Headquartered in Abu Dhabi with a presence in 19 countries, FAB delivers innovative financial solutions through market-leading Personal, Corporate, and Investment Banking divisions. Committed to growth and excellence, FAB is a customer-centric bank that empowers individuals and businesses across its global network.
Job Title Head of Trading Desk - UAE Stock Markets | Full Time Job in Dubai
Head of Trading Desk - UAE Stock Markets | Full Time Job in Dubai
First Abu Dhabi Bank is seeking an experienced Head of Trading Desk to manage day-to-day equity trading operations for UAE markets. This full-time role in Dubai requires a strategic and compliance-focused professional to oversee broker activities, ensure regulatory adherence, and deliver best execution standards for high-net-worth and retail clients.
Job Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Job Industry: Banking
Job Function: Trading / Brokerage
Salary: Negotiable
Gender: Any
Candidate Nationality: Any
Candidate Current Location: Any
What Does a Head of Trading Desk Do?
- Supervise all daily trading activities across the assigned branch, ensuring brokers adhere to SCA, DFM, and ADX rules
- Monitor and approve trading executions, ensuring profitability while maintaining client best-interest standards
- Guide and evaluate broker performance, ensuring they meet financial targets and uphold professional ethics
- Ensure that all trades, amendments, and cancellations are accurately recorded in the back office system
- Maintain direct relationships with HNWI clients, branch managers, and internal departments for integrated banking solutions
- Communicate regularly with compliance and audit departments to implement updates and mitigate risks
- Lead the trading desk's operational improvements by refining procedures in line with market regulations
- Promote cross-selling of FAB's banking products and services to clients
- Report trading activity metrics and irregularities to senior management
What Are the Key Responsibilities?
- Ensure brokers comply with SCA and internal policies
- Review and enhance internal policies based on regulatory updates
- Track and report broker performance and execution quality
- Work closely with FAB branches and clients to enhance trading experience
- Ensure all FABS platforms and systems are updated to match regulatory changes
- Handle escalations, risk reporting, and maintain oversight of all trade-related functions
- Support brokerage team with knowledge sharing, training, and system improvements
What Skills Are Needed for a Head of Trading Desk in Dubai?
Education:
- Bachelor\'s degree in a relevant field (Finance, Business, or Economics)
Experience:
- Minimum 8 years of experience in brokerage operations
- UAE Licensed Broker (SCA Certification required)
Skills:
- Strong understanding of UAE stock markets (DFM, ADX)
- Proficient in compliance standards, trade supervision, and risk mitigation
- Strong organizational, leadership, and communication skills
- Fluent in English and Arabic (written and spoken)
- Highly proficient with trading platforms and back-office systems
- Self-motivated, adaptable, and capable of managing high-pressure environments
What Benefits Come with This Position?
- Join one of the world's most secure and influential banks
- Lead a critical function in the UAE's top banking institution
- Engage with high-net-worth clients and grow strategic relationships
- Competitive salary and performance-based rewards
- Career growth within a world-class financial institution
About the Company
FAB (First Abu Dhabi Bank) is the largest financial institution in the UAE and among the world's safest banks. Headquartered in Abu Dhabi with a presence in 19 countries, FAB delivers innovative financial solutions through market-leading Personal, Corporate, and Investment Banking divisions. Committed to growth and excellence, FAB is a customer-centric bank that empowers individuals and businesses across its global network.
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