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The DFSA’s Tomorrow’s Regulatory Leaders Programme currently has 9 Emirati graduates training to become financial services regulators.

Programme Mission and Structure

The aim of the TRL Programme is to develop regulatory skill sets in Emiratis leading to:

  • Sustainable employment opportunities in regulation within the DFSA and the wider region; and
  • A reduction in the future dependence of the DFSA on expatriate hirings within a framework that ensures the continued credibility and reputation of the DFSA as a world-class regulator. 

Operating to world-class standards, the DFSA is proud to be a part of the continuing development of the United Arab Emirates, the greater Middle East and the regions beyond.

The TRL Programme features a structured individual and intensive technical and practical training over a two-year period, followed by long term employment opportunities. This includes:

  • On-job coaching during rotations by experienced DFSA professionals.  The assigned personal coaches are responsible for helping individuals gain the practical knowledge and skills needed to succeed;
  • Specific and demanding professional technical and leadership training inputs from experienced DFSA professionals and specialist trainers;
  • Mentoring by the Manager, Learning and Development
  • Completion of industry specific qualifications.