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Operations Director – Blockchain-Powered Cross-Border Payments (UAE)

Set2Recruit • United Arab Emirates
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Lead the operating model for a UAE stablecoin fintech scaling cross-border payments via blockchain. Oversee end-to-end payment operations, reconciliation, partner management, and compliance for a VARA-licensed business. Requires 10+ years in payments/finance operations with hands-on stablecoin experience and UAE regulatory knowledge.

Key Highlights
Design and implement end-to-end operating model for stablecoin cross-border payments
Oversee VARA-compliant payment operations, reconciliation, and partner management
Lead VARA licensing application with process documentation and evidence

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Key Responsibilities
Design and implement operating model for stablecoin cross-border payments
Manage day-to-day fiat/stablecoin payment operations (on-ramp, transfer, off-ramp, payout)
Establish daily reconciliation across bank accounts, wallets, custody, and partner ledgers
Oversee operational relationships with banking, custody, liquidity, and payout partners
Run client onboarding operations with compliance and KYB due diligence
Define and report operational KPIs to CEO and Board
Implement outsourcing and third-party oversight in line with VARA requirements
Partner with CTO, CISO, and risk function on operational resilience and disaster recovery
Support VARA licensing application with process maps and documentation
Drive automation and AI-enabled process improvement
Technical Skills Required
Blockchain/Payments Operations Stablecoin/Cross-Border Settlement VARA Regulatory Compliance

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Benefits & Perks
Competitive tax-free salary (160-180K Euro equivalent)
Education allowances for dependents
1 month hotel accommodation
Relocation package (x2 first month salary)
Private healthcare and dental coverage

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Nice to Have
Advanced degree in a relevant discipline
Experience supporting VARA licensing applications
Track record of using automation/AI to scale operations

Job Description

Build and run the operating model for a research-backed UAE stablecoin payments fintech as it scales volumes and corridors.

About the Role

Reporting directly to the CEO, you will design and run the operating model that makes stablecoin-based cross-border payments work reliably, securely, and in line with UAE regulation. This is a hands-on leadership role, working closely with Technology, Treasury, Compliance, and Network Expansion to grow volumes and corridors without losing control.

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Job Overview
Posted Nov 09, 2026
Employment Full-time
Experience Director
Location United Arab Emirates
Category Blockchain
Company Set2Recruit

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