Türkiye: Chief Executive Officer

Responsibilities:

• Lead the Company in executing its strategic plan, ensuring alignment with its vision, values, and regulatory obligations. 
• Provide oversight and direction in day-to-day operations, including finance, compliance, risk, technology, client servicing, and human resources.
• Ensure the Company adheres to all applicable regulations, including CMB requirements, and maintain compliance with corporate governance standards. 
• Act as a representative in regulatory, legal, and stakeholder engagements, fostering strong relationships with authorities, investors, and clients.
• Develop, implement, and monitor systems for internal control, compliance, and risk management to safeguard both client and company interests. 
• Oversee financial performance, ensuring operational efficiency, profitability, and growth while meeting revenue targets.
• Ensure the Company’s operations run efficiently, covering all areas including finance, risk management, compliance, and client servicing. 
• Implement strategies that align with business goals and regulatory requirements while promoting a strong culture of compliance, ethics, and excellence.
• Actively engage with key stakeholders to provide transparent updates and maintain strong relationships.
• Provide leadership to the executive team, setting performance expectations, fostering a high-performance culture, and developing talent to ensure the long-term success of the Company.
• Drive the Company’s growth through the development of new business opportunities, products, and services and ensure the delivery of exceptional client service while aligning with market and regulatory demands.
• Oversee the firm’s technology infrastructure, ensuring it supports the operational needs of the business while maintaining cybersecurity standards and safeguarding client data.

Requirements:

• A university degree (at least 4 year undergraduate programme) in finance, economics, business, law, or a related field (MBA or similar postgraduate qualification will be an advantage).
• 7+ years experience in the financial markets or business administration. 
• Capital Markets Activities Level 3 Licence. Alternatively, documented 3+ years experience in financial markets abroad along with the CFA Level 3 or CISI Level 3 Certificate in Investments.
• Must have recent experience in leading a fast growing retail financial services business (ideally brokerage/intermediation) in Turkey and strong working knowledge of the Turkish financial services/securities regulations and requirements.
• Must meet the Capital Markets Board (CMB) fit and proper requirements.
• Proven experience managing cross-functional teams, developing and implementing business strategies, and navigating complex regulatory environments.
• Must have strong leadership skills.
• Demonstrated ability to lead in high-pressure, fast-paced settings where non-routine and/or complex issues are common, while maintaining ethical standards and accountability.
• Must not have a history of fraudulent financial dealings or regulatory breaches.
• Strong understanding of corporate governance, financial oversight, and enterprise risk management.
• High level of integrity, reputation, and commitment to responsible, compliant, and client-focused business practices.