• 7+ years of financial leadership experience, with 3+ years in executive roles (CFO, VP Finance, or Finance Director).
• Proven track record in fast-scaling startups, especially those that grew from an early-stage base into established, multi-market businesses.
• Deep familiarity with Web3 ecosystems and the legal/regulatory landscape across jurisdictions.
• Strong understanding of crypto-friendly jurisdictions and regulatory frameworks—especially across the UAE, Europe, and other relevant markets.
• Experience taking ownership of both finance and legal functions, ideally within high-growth or frontier industries.
• Demonstrated ability to implement financial systems, reporting frameworks, and internal controls from scratch.
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field. MBA, ACCA, CPA, or other global finance certifications preferred.
• Fluency in English (written and spoken), with excellent communication and decision-making skills.
• Experience with tokenized assets is a strong plus.