Head of Finance

An exciting opportunity for a Head of Finance & Legal to join an established international fashion retailer in Dubai. Reporting directly to the CEO, you'll lead financial strategy, governance and commercial operations while supporting ambitious international expansion, particularly into the US. Head of Finance & Legal Dubai, UAE | Up to AED 65,000 per month An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Head of Finance & Legal to join an established international fashion retail business headquartered in Dubai. With an expanding presence across international markets and ambitious plans for further growth, particularly in the US, the business is seeking a commercially minded finance leader to work closely with the CEO and play a key role in its next phase of development. This is a broad, hands-on leadership position offering significant autonomy, strategic involvement and international exposure. Key Responsibilities • Lead the finance function across international retail and e-commerce operations. • Partner directly with the CEO on financial strategy, commercial decisions and business expansion. • Oversee budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting and performance analysis. • Support international market entry, particularly planned US retail expansion. • Manage cash flow, treasury, banking relationships and corporate financing. • Oversee financial governance, IFRS compliance, audit requirements and legal matters. • Strengthen internal controls, financial processes and ERP systems. • Lead and develop the existing finance team. Candidate Requirements • Minimum 10 years' experience in finance and accounting, ideally within retail, fashion or FMCG. • CA, ACCA or CIMA qualification. • Strong commercial and strategic finance leadership experience. • Previous experience within the UAE market. • International retail expansion experience, ideally with exposure to the US. • Strong understanding of IFRS, compliance, audit and ERP systems. • Experience managing banking relationships and securing corporate or project financing. • Confident working directly with senior leadership in a fast-paced, growing business. • Comfortable combining strategic responsibilities with hands-on financial management. • Ability to travel internationally as required. Package & Benefits • Salary up to AED 65,000 per month, all-inclusive. • Comprehensive medical insurance for employee and dependants. • 25 working days' annual leave. • Flight allowance every two years after completing the first year. • Dubai-based office, five days per week with some flexibility. This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially driven finance leader looking to take ownership of an international finance function and contribute directly to the growth of an established fashion business. For a confidential discussion, please contact Darius Dosieah at Robert Walters.

Minimum 10 years' experience in finance and accounting, ideally within retail, fashion or FMCG. CA, ACCA or CIMA qualification. Strong commercial and strategic finance leadership experience. Previous experience within the UAE market. International retail expansion experience, ideally with exposure to the US. Strong understanding of IFRS, compliance, audit and ERP systems. Experience managing banking relationships and securing corporate or project financing. Confident working directly with senior leadership in a fast-paced, growing business. Comfortable combining strategic responsibilities with hands-on financial management. Ability to travel internationally as required.

Lead the finance function across international retail and e-commerce operations. Partner directly with the CEO on financial strategy, commercial decisions and business expansion. Oversee budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting and performance analysis. Support international market entry, particularly planned US retail expansion. Manage cash flow, treasury, banking relationships and corporate financing. Oversee financial governance, IFRS compliance, audit requirements and legal matters. Strengthen internal controls, financial processes and ERP systems. Lead and develop the existing finance team.