Head of Compliance Solutions - MENA

The Apex Group was established in Bermuda in 2003 and is now one of the world’s largest fund administration and middle office solutions providers.

Our business is unique in its ability to reach globally, service locally and provide cross-jurisdictional services. With our clients at the heart of everything we do, our hard-working team has successfully delivered on an unprecedented growth and transformation journey, and we are now represented by over circa 13,000 employees across 112 offices worldwide.Your career with us should reflect your energy and passion.

That’s why, at Apex Group, we will do more than simply ‘empower’ you. We will work to supercharge your unique skills and experience.

Take the lead and we’ll give you the support you need to be at the top of your game. And we offer you the freedom to be a positive disrupter and turn big ideas into bold, industry-changing realities.

For our business, for clients, and for you

Role: Regional Head – Compliance Solutions [MENA Region]

About Apex

The Apex Group was established in Bermuda in 2003 and is now one of the world’s largest fund administration and middle office solutions providers.

Our business is unique in its ability to reach globally, service locally and provide cross-jurisdictional services. With our clients at the heart of everything we do, our hard-working team has successfully delivered on an unprecedented growth and transformation journey, and we are now represented by over circa 13,000 employees across 112 offices worldwide. Your career with us should reflect your energy and passion.

That’s why, at Apex Group, we will do more than simply ‘empower’ you. We will work to supercharge your unique skills and experience.

Take the lead and we’ll give you the support you need to be at the top of your game. And we offer you the freedom to be a positive disrupter and turn big ideas into bold, industry-changing realities.

For our business, for clients, and for you

Employment Type: Full time

The Regional Head of Compliance Solutions [MENA region] will be responsible for leading, expanding, and managing the compliance and regulatory services portfolio across Middle East & North Africa markets. This role oversees strategy, product development, commercial growth, regulatory engagement, and operational excellence to ensure the Apex Group delivers trusted, scalable, and market‑leading compliance solutions.

The position requires a strong regulatory background, deep understanding of compliance frameworks (AML/CFT, KYC, CRS/FATCA, ESG, corporate governance), and proven leadership in managing regional teams and cross‑border client engagements.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic leadership and regional growth

• Development and implementation of a strategy for the compliance solutions team across the MENA region in collaboration with the country head and the regional managing director for the MENA region
• Identify emerging compliance trends, regulatory shifts, and market opportunities.
• Build strategic partnerships with regulators, industry bodies, and key market stakeholders.

Commercial Growth

• Support the country head and the regional managing director for the MENA region with prospects and deal negotiations in as far as compliance solutions are concerned

Product leadership

• Work with global product teams to localise offerings for MENA regulatory frameworks (AML, KYC, sanctions, ESG, data privacy, governance, etc.).
• Provide insights for product enhancements and roadmap prioritisation.

Regulatory & Industry Engagement

• Maintain relationships with regulators (e.g., DFSA, ADGM and VARA etc.) and ensure compliance solutions remain aligned with local regulations.
• Participate in regional compliance forums, panels, and industry events.
• Act as a subject‑matter expert on MENA regulatory developments.

Team Leadership & Operations

• Lead and develop a high‑performing regional compliance team (sal