Our client is a leading international corporate, fund and trust services provider with a strong global footprint. They are seeking an accomplished Managing Director to lead their Bahamas office, drive regional growth, and strengthen their presence across the Caribbean and the Americas.
This is a senior leadership role combining business development, operational oversight, regulatory engagement, and people leadership, with a strong focus on servicing UHNWIs, family offices, and professional intermediaries.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership & Growth
- Develop and execute regional growth strategies aligned with Group objectives.
- Drive business development through professional networks, intermediaries, industry events, and strategic partnerships.
- Expand the firm's market presence across the Caribbean and wider Americas.
- Identify opportunities for cross-selling, upselling, and new service offerings.
- Explore M&A opportunities and support due diligence initiatives within the region.
Client & Intermediary Relationships
- Build and maintain trusted relationships with professional intermediaries, clients, and industry partners.
- Promote the firm's private wealth, fiduciary, and family office capabilities.
- Act as a senior relationship sponsor for key clients, ensuring exceptional service delivery.
Operational & Financial Oversight
- Lead day-to-day operations of the jurisdiction, ensuring efficiency and service excellence.
- Develop, manage, and monitor annual budgets, revenue targets, and cost controls.
- Oversee KPIs across financial performance, growth, client service, governance, risk, and compliance.
- Ensure resources and utilization levels support divisional revenue targets.
Governance, Risk & Regulatory Engagement
- Act as a senior liaison with local regulators and supervisory bodies.
- Ensure regulatory compliance and support compliance teams on complex client matters.
- Prepare board reports and present at board meetings.
- Escalate significant issues to Group leadership where required.
People & Culture
- Lead, mentor, and inspire local teams, fostering a collaborative and high-performance culture.
- Drive talent development, succession planning, and performance management.
- Promote work-life balance and wellbeing across the office.
- Champion the Group's ESG initiatives at a jurisdictional level.
