FAQs

How long does the application process take?

The timeline for our application process can vary based on the role, number of applicants, and position complexity. On average, it takes about 4 to 6 weeks from the time you apply to when a final decision is made.

We truly value your time and interest in becoming part of the Tradeling team. While we’re committed to a thorough and thoughtful selection process, we also work hard to keep things efficient and transparent every step of the way.

Will I hear back if I’m not selected?

Yes. All candidates receive a notification once a hiring decision has been made.

Can I submit my CV even if there’s no suitable role right now?

Yes! You can upload your CV to be part of our talent pool. We review CVs in our talent pool regularly and will reach out if a suitable role becomes available.

What happens to my job application once I’ve applied?

Immediately after you apply for a position, you will receive an email confirmation of submission. If we want more information, the People Acquisition team will reach out to you. When you are no longer in consideration for a role you applied to, typically you’ll be contacted via email or directly from the recruitment team.

What to expect in a Tradeling interview?

At Tradeling, our interview process is designed to uncover your true potential through behavior-based interviewing. This means you’ll be asked to share real examples of how you’ve handled specific situations in the past, or how you would approach challenges relevant to the role you’re applying for. These questions help us understand your problem-solving skills, decision-making approach, and ability to work effectively in different scenarios.

To prepare, reflect on past experiences where you made a measurable impact—consider the skills you used, the people you worked with, timelines you met, and any processes or regulations you followed to achieve success.

If you’re applying for a technical role, expect a coding assessment and technical interview. We recommend practicing on platforms like LeetCode, HackerRank, Pramp, GitHub, and Stack Overflow to sharpen your skills ahead of time.

Does Tradeling offer hybrid work options?

While Tradeling offers one day of work-from-home per week, overall work arrangements may vary based on the role and department. Specific details will be outlined in the job description or discussed during the interview process.

In which locations does Tradeling Group have offices?

Tradeling currently operates in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA).

BLINK Technologies FZCO – Dubai Airport Freezone (DAFZA) – Building 9W – 5th floor

Head of Legal

Hanin Waheed – joined Tradeling in 2022 and oversees the group’s legal, regulatory, compliance, and corporate governance functions. In this role, she leads the legal function across all aspects of the business, supporting Tradeling’s commercial expansion and regulatory framework.

Prior to joining Tradeling, Hanin built a diverse career spanning both in-house and private practice roles. She served as a lawyer in law firms in Bahrain and Dubai, and held the position of a Case Manager at an international arbitration centre in Bahrain working alongside judges and arbitrators.

With a career spanning the GCC, Hanin brings extensive expertise in regulatory, corporate, and dispute resolution matters. She is a qualified lawyer in Bahrain and an accredited mediator in the UK.

Hanin holds a Masters’ degree in Alternative Dispute Resolution from City, University of London, and a Law degree from Université Toulouse 1 Capitole in France.

Chief Financial Officer - Tradeling

Alexander Saillez – was appointed as Tradeling’s Group CFO in April 2024.

Prior to joining Tradeling, Alexander spent 28 years in diverse finance roles primarily with Procter & Gamble. A seasoned finance professional having operated in 3 continents, with business engagements in over 30 countries.

He has operated in large +$3Bn businesses as divisional CFO (B2B and B2C), as well as small incubation businesses.

He is well versed in all facets of corporate and commercial finance and has also held roles as Supply Chain leader, Sales Manager and division COO. He has experience with multiple industries, M&A, and corporate turnarounds.

He holds a degree in Business Economics degree from the Free University of Brussels and is competent with both US GAAP and IFRS.

Head of People & Culture

Carolina Cifuentes – Is the Head of People and Culture at Tradeling, leading the People & Culture function and driving key HR initiatives. She holds a degree in Psychology from Los Andes University, Colombia, and has completed Leadership Courses at the University of Oxford.

Carolina has built her career in eCommerce across Colombia, Qatar and now UAE, beginning in technical recruitment at Michael Page before transitioning into broader HR leadership roles at companies such as Rappi, Colombia’s first unicorn, and most recently, Snoonu.

Throughout her career, she has developed deep expertise in Recruitment & Selection, HR Operations, Compensation & Benefits, Talent & Performance Management, Learning & Development, and Employee Engagement & Welfare.

CEO

Alastair was appointed as Tradeling’s CEO and a board member in 2023 leading the company’s overall strategy and people.

Prior to joining Tradeling, he spent six years at Jumia, most recently as the company’s Group Chief Commercial Officer – Group CCO responsible for Jumia’s $1bn USD GMV and was part of Jumia’s pre IPO team.

He was a Management Consultant at the Boston Consulting Group (BCG), where he worked on large scale e-commerce and technology projects across the GCC. Prior to that, he was a founder of a Software as a Service (SaaS) business based in London.

He holds a MSc from The London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE) and a BSc in Accounting and Finance from the University of Southampton.

Marketing Director

Safvan Vali – Is the Marketing Director, leading the company’s marketing strategy and growth. He has over a decade of experience having worked with fast-growth startups and established brands in various industries including e-commerce, travel, and real estate across EMEA.

Before joining Tradeling, he served as the Director of Growth and Marketing at The Luxury Closet and held several marketing leadership positions at organisations such as Travelstart, The Carlyle Group, Property Finder, and Trivago where he drove revenue growth and profitability.

He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Marketing Management and a qualification from the Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM).

Director of Product & Design

Vikram Sridhar – Joined Tradeling in February 2022, assuming a leadership role over the Product and Design function. He currently serves as the company’s Head of Product and Design.

With over two decades of experience, Vikram has extensive experience in e-commerce, omnichannel retail, and supply chain industries. He held lead product roles at several organisations such as MAF Carrefour, Emirates Airlines, Yoox Net-a-porter group, and Tesco Stores Ltd., where he drove significant changes in the digital space by steering high-performing product teams.

He holds a Bachelor of Engineering degree in Information Science from Visvesvaraya Technological University, and he is currently pursuing his MBA from Alliance Manchester Business School.

Director: Operations & Supply Chain - Tradeling

Ashok Kumar – Joined Tradeling in January 2022, initially as the Head of Operations and Supply Chain. He then moved into the position of Director, where he now leads the operations and supply chain functions.

He has over 17 years of experience in operations and supply chain management within the e-commerce and automotive manufacturing fields.

Before joining Tradeling he held the position of Manager within the Supply Chain team at Amazon and served as Deputy Manager at automotive manufacturers, including TOYOTA, RENAULT, and VOLVO.

He is an alumnus of Visvesvaraya Technological University (VTU), India, where he earned his Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering.

Senior Vice President of Commercial - Tradeling

Sandeep Narayanan – Joined Tradeling in 2024 to Head the group’s Commercial function. In this role, he oversees the company’s commercial strategy, cross-border operations, and strategic partnerships.

Before joining Tradeling, Sandeep served as Group Senior Vice President -Commercial, at Jumia for over six years. As a key member of Jumia’s pre-IPO team, he held multiple leadership positions and spearheaded initiatives such as the launch of the Jumia shop-in-shop concept.

With over 16 years of experience spanning retail, distribution, and manufacturing, Sandeep has worked across diverse markets in the Middle East and Africa. Sandeep holds a double MBA from London Business School and SP Jain School of Global Management.

Chief Technology Officer - Tradeling

Ahmed Moawad – Since the inception of Tradeling in early 2020, Ahmed Moawad has held the role of Chief Technology Officer. He has a proven track record of successfully building and leading tech and product teams in various new ventures throughout his career.

Ahmed’s experience spans a diverse range of industries, including e-commerce, travel, and recruitment. His passion lies in innovation and technical excellence. He is dedicated to offering our customers the best possible experience, enhanced by cutting-edge technologies.

Having lived in the UAE for the past 12 years, Ahmed brings a unique perspective and depth of knowledge to his role. He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, supplemented by numerous certifications in cloud computing and software engineering.