Description

Dynamic technology business leader with over 15 years of experience driving digital transformation and innovation in the banking sector. Proven ability to leverage advanced digital, AI and cloud technologies to enhance customer experience and streamline operations. Expertise in driving digital and artificial engineering programmes. Have experience of managing technology landscape of 14+ countries.

Industry field of expertise

Languages

English
Native or bilingual

Workplace preferences

Can work on-site

Dubai City (up to 50km)

Revolut
Technology Manager - Head
July 2024 - Today (1 year and 11 months)
Dubai - United Arab Emirates
Crypto and Wealth & Trading entity.
• Responsible for creating and executing a digital strategy that includes identifying opportunities for digital innovation, optimization, and disruption.
• Leading efforts to transform business processes and operations through the adoption of new digital technologies.
• Overseeing the integration of new technologies (like AI, automation, data analytics, cloud services, etc.) into business and risk operations to improve efficiency and create new opportunities.
• Managing the collection, analysis, and utilization of data across the entities to drive decision-making.
• Ensuring regulatory compliance with local regulations like NESA, SVF, RPSCS, PDPL, DIFC, VARA, SAMA.
• Responsible for implementing a cybersecurity strategy through monitoring the governance, risk and compliance programme.
• Managing budgets for digital initiatives, ensuring resources are allocated appropriately, and evaluating the ROI of digital investments.
• Working with product development teams to localize the payment, crypto and trading products.
HBL bank
Head International Technology
February 2019 - June 2024 (5 years and 4 months)
Dubai - United Arab Emirates
Largest Global Bank of Pakistan with presence in 14 countries having 38+ million customers. Head technology, digital innovation, cyber security, data privacy of international branches, Global Tribe Lead for Corporate Banking Technology.
• Developed a long-term technology strategy that aligns with the bank's overall business objectives. This includes identifying new technologies that could drive innovation and competitiveness.
• Recruited, trained, and retained top technical talent, fostering a culture of innovation and collaboration.
• Collaborated with product managers, designers, and other stakeholders to ensure that the technical aspects of product development.
• Led and designed the architecture, infrastructure, and systems ensuring the systems are scalable, reliable, and secure.
• Led information security team ensuring systems and data are secure by implementing cybersecurity strategies and protecting against external and internal threats.
• Developed and monitored the IT budgets and rationalized it to support the business and deliver on strategic goals.
• Implemented solutions that supported long-term growth, including cloud strategies, system upgrades, and integration with new technologies like API gateway, DevOps, CI/CD pipelines etc.
• Negotiated and maintained partnerships with technology vendors.
• Established governance frameworks for technology development, deployment, and operations to ensure alignment with bank policies and standards.
The First MicroFinance Bank
Unit Head Risk & Digital Financial Services
April 2018 - January 2019 (9 months)
One of the Largest microfinance bank and a subsidiary of HBL Bank.
• Defined and communicated a clear vision and strategy for the bank's digital products.
• Identified market opportunities and customer needs to inform product development.
• Set both short-term and long-term goals for digital products to ensure they drive business growth and customer satisfaction.
• Prioritized features, enhancements, and new product initiatives based on business needs, market demands, and customer feedback.
• Managed the entire lifecycle of digital products, from ideation and development to launch and ongoing optimization.
• Monitored product performance, user engagement, and business impact, using data to make informed decisions.
• Managed potential risks related to product development, including technical challenges, market risks, or regulatory issues.
• Ensured that digital products meet legal, regulatory, and security standards.