Senior Administrator - DIFC

Who we are

Affinity is an independent private client, trust and fiduciary business, headquartered in Jersey, Channel Islands,with a new office in Dubai. We work closely with families and individuals,providing long-term structuring solutions to help preserve and enhance their assets for themselves and across generations.

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Privately owned, our interests are wholly aligned with our clients, and our ethics and values are at the core of everything we do. We were the first UN Global Compact participant in Jersey,consistent with Affinity’s commitment to being a responsible business.

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Our primary focus is service excellence,delivered by qualified, entrepreneurial, and commercial directors and trustees,to ensure long-term relationships across generations.

Job summary

We’re looking for an experienced and self-starting Senior Administrator to join our team, with the role based in Dubai. As Affinity’s first permanent team member on the ground, you’ll play a key role in supporting the smooth running of our DIFC operations and delivering high-quality service to our private clients. This is a varied and rewarding role supporting our SEO and collaborating with colleagues across jurisdictions.You’ll be hands-on, collaborative, and committed to delivering high-quality work. We’re looking for someone who enjoys problem-solving, takes pride in their work, and is excited by the opportunity to help shape Affinity’s presence in a growing market.

Duties and responsibilities will include;

·        Manage a portfolio of private clients, ensuring service excellence and compliance with DIFC and DFSA regulations

·        Support the growth of the business through business development activities

·        Assisting with onboarding of new clients and establishment of DIFC entities

·        Maintaining accurate records, billing, and regulatory reporting

·        Liaising with clients and intermediaries to build trusted relationships

·        Collaborating with the SEO and wider team to improve operational efficiency

·        Contributing to internal projects and process improvements

Qualifications and skills

Essential

·        At least 5 years’ experience in private client corporate services, ideally with DIFC exposure

·        Professional qualification to Diploma level (e.g. STEP, ICSA) preferred

·        Strong knowledge of DIFC’s legal, AML and regulatory framework

·        Excellent communication, organisational and interpersonal skills

·        A proactive, adaptable mindset with a passion for delivering high standards

·        Confidence in working independently and making sound decisions

·        A collaborative team player who takes initiative

Desirable

·        Good at building and maintaining relationships, with first-rate interpersonal and communication skills and a friendly and encouraging professional demeanour

·        Creativity,enthusiasm, and confidence to complete projects

·        Being a proactive team player and a role model for behaviours and knowledge

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