Global Head of Regulatory Reporting - GCC

The Apex Group was established in Bermuda in 2003 and is now one of the world’s largest fund administration and middle office solutions providers.

Our business is unique in its ability to reach globally, service locally and provide cross-jurisdictional services. With our clients at the heart of everything we do, our hard-working team has successfully delivered on an unprecedented growth and transformation journey, and we are now represented by over circa 13,000 employees across 112 offices worldwide.Your career with us should reflect your energy and passion.

That’s why, at Apex Group, we will do more than simply ‘empower’ you. We will work to supercharge your unique skills and experience.

Take the lead and we’ll give you the support you need to be at the top of your game. And we offer you the freedom to be a positive disrupter and turn big ideas into bold, industry-changing realities.

For our business, for clients, and for you

Role Purpose

The Director, Global Head of Regulatory Reporting is accountable for the strategic leadership, governance, and end-to-end oversight of AML, KYC, FATCA, CRS and broader regulatory reporting obligations across all Apex Fund Services jurisdictions. The role ensures global regulatory compliance, consistency of interpretation, and timely statutory and regulatory filings while driving automation, standardization, and scalable operating models.

Key Responsibilities

• Own the global AML / KYC, FATCA / CRS and regulatory reporting framework across Apex Fund Services.

• Provide executive oversight for investor and client AML/KYC onboarding, periodic reviews, remediation, and enhanced due diligence.

• Ensure accurate, complete, and timely FATCA/CRS, AEOI and tax authority submissions across all reporting jurisdictions.

• Act as the global control owner for regulatory reporting, including governance, escalation, risk management, and audit response.

• Lead global regulatory change initiatives and assess impact of new or amended regulations.

• Serve as senior escalation point for regulators, auditors, tax authorities, and key clients.

• Drive operational excellence, automation, data quality, and transformation initiatives.

• Define and monitor KPIs, KRIs, SLAs, and management information for executive and board reporting.

• Build, lead, and develop high-performing global teams across AML/KYC and regulatory reporting functions.

Jurisdictional Regulatory Knowledge (Mandatory)

• Luxembourg (CSSF): AML/CFT Law, CSSF Circulars, FATCA/CRS reporting, UBO transparency requirements.
• Cayman Islands (CIMA / DITC): AML Regulations, Rule on AML/CTF Compliance, FATCA/CRS AEOI registration and reporting.
• Ireland (Central Bank of Ireland): AML/CFT frameworks, investor due diligence, FATCA/CRS obligations, audit readiness.
• United Kingdom (FCA / HMRC): UK AML Regulations, FATCA/CRS and CDOT reporting, governance and regulatory change.
• Jersey (JFSC): AML/CFT Handbook compliance, investor risk ratings, FATCA/CRS and economic substance considerations.
• Guernsey (GFSC): AML/CFT Handbook requirements, AEOI reporting, regulatory inspections and engagement.
• United States (IRS / FinCEN / OFAC): FATCA governance, GIIN registration, W-8/W-9 tax documentation, sanctions compliance.
• India (SEBI / PMLA / FIU-IND): AML/KYC obligations, CKYC/KRA integration, domestic regulatory reporting.
• Middle East (UAE / DIFC / ADGM / GCC): AML/CFT laws, UBO frameworks, FATCA/CRS alignment and supervisory expectations.

Qualifications & Experience

• 20+ years of experience in financial services, fund administration, or regulatory compliance.

• 8–10+ years in senior leadership or Director-level roles with global responsibility.

• Deep expertise in AML/KYC, FATCA/CRS, AEOI, and multi-jurisdictional regulatory reporting.

• Strong exposure to Transfer Agency, Fund Administration, or Investor Services environments.

• Degree in Finance, Commerce, Business, Law or related discipline; professional certifications preferred (ACAMS, ICA, etc.).

Key Competencies

• Strategic regulatory leadership and risk ownership

• Regulator and auditor engagement

• Large-scale transformation and automation delivery

• Stakeholder management and executive communication

• Global people leadership across time zones

Disclaimer: Unsolicited CVs sent to Apex (Talent Acquisition Team or Hiring Managers) by recruitment agencies will not be accepted for this position. Apex operates a direct sourcing model and where agency assistance is required, the Talent Acquisition team will engage directly with our exclusive recruitment partners.