A unique opportunity has arisen for an accomplished fiduciary leader to spearhead the launch and long-term growth of a new trust and fiduciary services business headquartered in the Middle East. This role is ideal for a senior executive with deep sector expertise, a strong entrepreneurial mindset, and proven experience building or scaling regulated fiduciary operations within the region.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop and implement the company’s strategic plan for establishing and expanding trust and fiduciary services in the Middle East
• Define long-term commercial objectives, growth initiatives, and operational priorities
• Build relationships with private client partners across international offices to align strategy and service offerings
• Ensure full compliance with relevant GCC regulatory frameworks and licensing requirements
• Establish robust governance, risk, and compliance structures for a newly formed regulated entity
• Act as the primary interface with local regulators and authorities
• Build and manage the operational infrastructure required to support high-quality fiduciary services
• Lead budgeting, financial planning, and full P&L oversight
• Implement scalable systems, processes, and controls to support sustainable growth
• Drive regional business development efforts
• Guide the development of bespoke trust, corporate, and wealth structuring solutions
• Represent the business externally and strengthen its profile in local and regional markets

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:

• 12–15+ years’ experience in trust, fiduciary, corporate services, private wealth structuring, or related financial services
• Proven track record in senior executive leadership
• Deep understanding of trust law, cross-border structuring, governance, and wealth planning
• Strong, practical knowledge of GCC regulatory environments
• Ideally hold STEP qualification, legal degree, or equivalent professional credential
• Experience advising UHNW individuals, family offices, and private banking professionals
• Previous experience working in or closely with the Middle East market

SKILLS AND ATTRIBUTES: 

• Strategic, visionary thinker with a hands-on, entrepreneurial approach
• High integrity and unwavering commitment to confidentiality and ethical practice
• Strong leadership presence
• Strong client-centric mindset