Head of Capital Markets Academy

Freedom Broker Global Markets is a subsidiary of Freedom Holding Corp. (FRHC), a NASDAQ-listed diversified financial services group.The company operates under a financial services permission granted by the Financial Services Regulatory Authority (FSRA) of Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM), specialising in brokerage and investment services.About the RoleThe Head of Academy | Senior Lecturer will own the end-to-end learning strategy for finance and financial markets education, including course architecture, content governance, faculty/instructor management, assessments, and certification pathways. The individual will act as the primary business counterpart for the regulator and other external stakeholders to ensure alignment on learning outcomes, standards, and quality assurance.Key ResponsibilitiesDefine Academy strategy, operating model, and annual roadmap aligned with regulatory priorities and business needsLead development of courses and learning pathways (beginner to advanced) across capital markets, trading, market structure, risk, compliance, and related topicsEstablish academic governance: curriculum standards, review cycles, assessment methodology, and quality controlRecruit, onboard, and manage instructors/content developers; oversee delivery formats (in-person, virtual, blended)Implement measurement: learner outcomes, completion rates, satisfaction, exam performance, and continuous improvementEnsure professional presentation and learner experience (English/Arabic where applicable) and alignment with relevant regulations and industry best practicesCandidate RequirementsExtensive academic and/or training leadership experience in finance and financial markets (e.g., capital markets, market microstructure, derivatives, fixed income, portfolio/risk, regulatory frameworks)Demonstrated experience developing courses/curricula (including learning outcomes, assessments, and instructional design)Strong stakeholder management, particularly with regulators or standards-setting bodiesExcellent communication and executive-level writing skills; ability to represent the firm externallyProven ability to lead cross-functional projects and manage multiple deliverables under timelinesPreferred QualificationsNative or near-native English and Arabic (strong advantage)Background from top-tier universities or recognized financial education institutions (preferred but not required)Relevant credentials (e.g., CFA/FRM or equivalent) are a plusExperience launching an academy, certification program, or professional training function is a plusWhy Join the Freedom Family?Be part of a growing, international financial services groupDynamic work culture with strong executive exposureOpportunities to join an expanding team across a developing regional network#J-18808-Ljbffr