Head of Financial Services (Economics Specialist)

GEMS Education
Dubai
Workplace: OnsiteFull timeFunction: Administration & Executive AssistanceExperience: 5-7 yearsEducation: mastersSkills: ["Leadership","Communication","Data-driven","Curriculum development","Professional development"]

Lead and manage the Financial Services and Economics department, developing and implementing departmental strategic plans, ensuring compliance with IGCSE Economics syllabus, and driving student performance. Oversee teaching economics at secondary level, integrate real-world financial case studies, coordinate with examination boards, and lead professional development and curriculum updates within a safeguarding-focused environment.

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GEMS Education
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Head of Financial Services (Economics Specialist)

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Job Summary

Lead and manage the Financial Services and Economics department, developing and implementing departmental strategic plans, ensuring compliance with IGCSE Economics syllabus, and driving student performance. Oversee teaching economics at secondary level, integrate real-world financial case studies, coordinate with examination boards, and lead professional development and curriculum updates within a safeguarding-focused environment.
Location: Dubai
Workplace: Onsite
Employment Type: Full time
Job Function: Administration & Executive Assistance
Seniority: Director level

Key Responsibilities

  • •Lead the Financial Services and Economics department and oversee its performance.
  • •Develop and implement departmental strategic plans aligned with school goals and safeguarding standards.
  • •Monitor student achievement in IGCSE Economics and coordinate with examination boards for curriculum audits and accreditation.
  • •Lead department meetings, professional development, and teacher training to uphold best practices in IGCSE education.
  • •Collaborate with curriculum developers and external partners to update materials reflecting current global financial trends and exam requirements.

Key Requirements

  • •Master’s degree in economics, Finance, Business Administration, or related field
  • •Teaching qualification (PGCE or equivalent)
  • •Minimum 5–7 years of teaching experience in secondary education
  • •At least 2–3 years in a leadership or head-of-department role
  • •UK-enhanced DBS or equivalent police check is a pre-requisite for all appointments
Experience:5-7 yearsEducationSecondary educationIGCSE
Education:Master's in Economics
Skills:LeadershipCommunicationData-drivenCurriculum developmentProfessional development
Languages:English

Company Brief

GEMS Education
GEMS Education is a Dubai-based global operator of private K–12 schools, running a large network of international schools and education services focused on delivering curriculum, teacher development, and student innovation programmes worldwide.
Industry: Education
Company Size: Enterprise (1,001+ employees)
Growth: Established Company
Valuation: Unicorn (USD 1B+)
Funding: Private Equity Backed
Headquarters: Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Founded: 2000
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