Lead the full legal and operational setup of the entity in the UAE.
Ensure ongoing compliance with UAE and international regulatory frameworks, including sanctions (e.g., OFAC, EU, UAE).
Build and oversee administrative and operational functions, including office management and vendor relationships.
Represent the organization in engagements with local government bodies, regulators, and commercial partners.
Leverage accumulated industry expertise, intellectual property, and proven technologies to serve global classifieds businesses.
Identify and develop partnerships in regions where technology-driven classifieds platforms are underdeveloped or emerging.
Drive global business development efforts, offering AI and software products through licensing, integrations, or service-based models.
Support go-to-market strategies that enable regional players to scale and digitize effectively using the entity’s solutions.
Lead international fundraising activities, including crafting investment narratives and engaging with investors and funding institutions.
Manage financial planning and investment strategy, including strategic acquisitions or collaborations.
Establish relationships with key global stakeholders, including partners in tech, media, and emerging market ecosystems.
Represent the entity at international forums, industry events, and policy roundtables.
Requirements
4+ years of experience in executive leadership roles in tech, online platforms, or digital marketplaces.
Deep familiarity with the internet businesses or marketplace industry.
Demonstrated ability to lead new business ventures or scale independent entities.
Strong background in regulatory compliance, particularly related to sanctions and international operations.
Fluent in English; **Persian** or **Arabic** is a strong advantage.
**Ideal Candidate Profile**
Visionary, self-directed leader with an entrepreneurial spirit.
Experienced in building teams and structures from scratch in complex legal and regulatory environments.
Strategic thinker with the ability to translate deep industry knowledge into scalable business opportunities.
Skilled at working across cultures and markets, particularly in emerging and frontier economies.
Highly credible with investors, policymakers, and senior-level partners.
Benefits
You'll have a great **impact **on the growth and financial strategy of one of the most exciting tech scaleups in the market and Your contributions will be pivotal in our mission to serve millions of people.
Lead major projects with **autonomy **and **support **from an ambitious executive team.
Opportunity to shape **world-class finance functions **built for **scale **, **agility **, and **innovation **.
We offer **competitive compensation**, **substantial equity potential**, and an elite, entrepreneurial culture that values **learning **and **autonomy **.
You’ll be surrounded by **people who care about doing great work **— and enjoy it along the way.
Job title
Vice President, International Business – UAE Country Head
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