General Manager – P&L (Money Exchange)

About the role

We are looking for an experienced, commercially driven General Manager – P&L to lead the overall business operations, profitability and strategic growth of a leading Money Exchange organization in Qatar. The role carries full profit and loss responsibility and requires a strong focus on operational excellence, regulatory compliance, business expansion and digital transformation.

Key responsibilities

• Own the P&L, financial performance and strategic direction of the business.
• Develop and execute strategies to achieve sustainable revenue growth and profitability.
• Prepare and manage annual budgets, forecasts and performance targets.
• Identify new business opportunities, branch expansion plans and additional revenue streams.
• Monitor financial performance, operational efficiency and key performance indicators.
• Oversee end‑to‑end Money Exchange operations across all branches.
• Establish operational policies, internal controls and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ensure full compliance with Qatar Central Bank regulations, AML, KYC, CFT, sanctions screening and internal governance.
• Maintain robust risk management practices and audit readiness.

Required profile

• Minimum 20 years of professional experience, including at least 10 years in Money Exchange, Foreign Exchange, Banking or Financial Services.
• At least 5 years in a senior leadership role with full P&L ownership.
• Prior experience in Qatar or the GCC is highly preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business Administration, Economics, Accounting or related field; MBA or Master’s preferred.

Required skills

• Strong knowledge of Money Exchange operations, foreign exchange and remittance services.
• Expertise in budgeting, financial planning, forecasting and P&L management.
• Deep understanding of QCB regulations, AML, KYC, CFT, sanctions screening and risk management.
• Experience leading digital transformation, fintech solutions and process automation.