People & Operations Leader | FinTech | Dubai
Emerald ZebraDubai, United Arab Emirates
Posted May 26, 2026
30000 - 40000 AED
Full Time
About the Company
Emerald Zebra is a boutique recruitment firm headquartered in Cyprus that specialises in sourcing top talent for the FinTech, FX/CFD, Crypto & Digital Assets, RegTech, iGaming, and broader technology and financial services sectors worldwide. Leveraging over two decades of local and international expertise, the company combines a human‑centric HEX (Human Experience) model with a global talent network of 600 million+ profiles to deliver pre‑screened candidates within four days, while also offering salary benchmarking and strategic support for EU‑licensed fintechs expanding into new jurisdictions. Its distinctive approach blends deep functional knowledge with a high‑touch candidate experience, elevating employer brands and ensuring alignment with business goals, culture, and regulatory requirements.
Job Description
A growing fintech group is seeking a Head of People & Operations to take senior executive responsibility for building, leading, and scaling the organization's people and operational functions across its global operations.
Requirements
- 8+ years of experience across HR, People Operations, Operations.
- Strong UAE experience with strong understanding of labour law, WPS, free-zone regulations, and the Dubai talent market
- Experience within fintech, financial services, or regulated industries is essential.
- Proven track record of building, scaling, or transforming operational or people functions in high-growth environments
- Experience operating across multiple entities and jurisdictions
- Bachelor's degree in HR, Business, Psychology, Law, Finance, or a related discipline
- SHRM-SCP, CIPD Level 7, CFA, or equivalent professional certifications are advantageous
Benefits
- Performance Bonus
- ESOP