African Region Manager (Forex/CFD)

CG FinTech; Dubai; On-site; AED 331,000 - 551,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

International working environment

Career growth opportunities

Travel opportunities

Job summary

CG FinTech is seeking an experienced African Region Manager to drive business development and market expansion across African markets. The role requires strong CFD, forex, and commodities trading expertise and an established network of industry contacts.

You will lead regional sales, develop partnerships, and work with Marketing, Operations, Compliance, and Customer Support to scale growth while meeting KPIs and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in CFD, Forex, Commodities, or broader financial trading.
• Strong knowledge of African financial markets and online trading.
• Proven track record in business development, sales, or regional management.
• Established network of IBs, affiliates, partners, traders across African markets.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute business development strategies for the African market.
• Identify and establish relationships with IBs, affiliates, introducers, traders, and other partners.
• Expand CG FinTech’s client and partner network across key African markets.
• Lead and manage regional sales and business development activities.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with partners and key clients.
• Identify new market opportunities and develop entry strategies across African countries.
• Monitor competitors, market trends and opportunities in the region.
• Coordinate with Marketing, Operations, Compliance, and Customer Support to drive growth.
• Set sales targets and monitor performance against KPIs.
• Recruit, train, and develop local sales and BD talent as needed.
• Prepare regular market and performance reports for senior management.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and local regulatory requirements.

Skills

CFD trading

Business development

Regional management

Partnership development

Sales leadership

Tools

CRM software

Job description

CG FinTech is expanding its global presence and is looking for an experienced African Region Manager to lead business development and market expansion across African markets.

We are seeking a commercially driven professional with strong experience in the CFD and Commodities trading industry, who understands the African market and can develop strategic partnerships, build sales channels, and drive sustainable business growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute business development strategies for the African market.
• Identify and establish relationships with IBs, affiliates, introducing partners, traders, and other strategic business partners.
• Expand the company’s client and partner network across key African markets.
• Lead and manage regional sales and business development activities.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with existing partners and key clients.
• Identify new market opportunities and develop market-entry strategies across African countries.
• Monitor competitor activities, market trends, and business opportunities throughout the region.
• Work closely with internal teams, including Marketing, Operations, Compliance, and Customer Support, to support regional growth.
• Set sales targets and monitor team and individual performance against KPIs.
• Recruit, train, and develop local sales and business development talent where required.
• Prepare regular market and performance reports for senior management.
• Ensure business development activities comply with applicable company policies and relevant local regulatory requirements.

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years of experience in the CFD, Forex, Commodities, or broader financial trading industry.
• Strong knowledge of African financial markets and the online trading industry.
• Proven experience in business development, sales, or regional management.
• Established network of IBs, affiliates, partners, traders, or other industry contacts across African markets.
• Strong understanding of online trading products, particularly CFDs and Commodities.
• Experience managing sales or business development teams is preferred.
• Strong negotiation, communication, and relationship-management skills.
• Ability to work independently and take ownership of regional business growth.
• Fluency in English is required; French, Arabic, or Portuguese is an advantage, depending on the target markets.
• Willingness to travel within Africa when required.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
• Opportunity to lead and develop the African market.
• International working environment.
• Career growth opportunities within a rapidly expanding fintech group.
• Opportunity to work closely with senior management and global business teams.