Head of Partnerships

What is Ctrl Alt?

Combining groundbreaking technology with expert financial engineering, Ctrl Alt is a B2B infrastructure solution provider that makes structuring and investing in alternative asset classes efficient, cost-effective, and accessible.

Since launching in 2022, Ctrl Alt has established itself as a leader and expert in the space, with over $300m of assets tokenized.

With offices in the UK, Ireland, and the UAE, the Ctrl Alt team is composed of financial and product experts, including alumni from Morgan Stanley, Credit Suisse, UBS and Revolut. The business is backed by leading VCs including MiddleGame Ventures and Molten.

Position: Head of Partnerships

Primary Location: Dubai

Contract Type : Permanent

Status : Full Time

Hours per Week : Standard

Working Pattern : Standard

What will you do?

Job description

We are looking for a dynamic Head of Partnerships to join our Dubai office and spearhead Ctrl Alt’s growth across the MENA region. In this senior, client facing role, you will design and execute high impact partnership strategies, forging relationships with leading financial institutions, fintechs, brokers, platforms, and businesses.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the MENA partnership strategy. Identify, prioritise, and pursue strategic opportunities that align with Ctrl Alt’s growth objectives.
• Build and manage high-value relationships. Cultivate partnerships with financial institutions, fintechs, brokers, platforms, and other key ecosystem players.
• Drive market expansion. Lead initiatives to enter and grow in new markets across the MENA region, leveraging strategic alliances and commercial opportunities.
• Negotiate and close strategic deals. Oversee the structuring, negotiation, and execution of partnership agreements that deliver long-term value.
• Represent Ctrl Alt externally. Act as the company’s ambassador at industry events, conferences, and in direct client engagements, reinforcing our market leadership.

Who are we looking for?

Essential

• Proven track record in developing and managing strategic partnerships within fintech, financial services, or related sectors.
• Deep regional expertise and network across the MENA financial ecosystem.
• Strong commercial acumen with experience in deal structuring, negotiation, and delivering measurable business impact.
• Exceptional relationship building skills and a confident, client facing presence in complex, fast moving environments.
• Strategic thinker with a hands on approach, capable of both setting the vision and executing with speed and precision.

Desirable

• Strong desire to work in an early stage Fintech
• Proven understanding of emerging trends in technology

Benefits & Perks

• Stock Options - Equity plans that let you share in the company’s growth.
• IT Equipment A MacBook, monitor, and any accessories you need to do your job well.
• Private Health Insurance 
• Learning & Development - An annual budget to spend on books, courses, certifications, and study leave for qualifying exams.
• Referral Bonus - £1,000 for referring someone who joins and completes their probation.
• Impact - Work in a fast-growing startup where your contributions matter.

How to Apply

Simply hit apply below, where you will be redirected to a form to fill out all relevant details. You will be asked to upload a CV and Cover Letter.

Interview Process:

• Stage 1: Initial interview
• Stage 2: Technical Interview
• Stage 3: Cultural interview with the CEO