Head of MENA

TOPTALENT; Remote; AED 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services company is seeking a Head of MENA to lead the establishment and growth of regional operations in Dubai. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in the Forex industry with a strong background in business development and regulatory compliance. This role offers competitive compensation, career growth opportunities, and the chance to play a pivotal role in shaping the company's regional presence. Candidates must have experience in FX to be considered.

Benefits

Competitive compensation package

Performance-based incentives

Career growth opportunities

Dynamic business environment

Qualifications

• Fluent in English with strong written and spoken communication skills.
• Proficiency in Arabic is an advantage.
• Experience in managing financial services operations in regulated markets.
• Background in sales and market expansion in the Forex industry.
• Deep understanding of regulatory frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Lead the setup and licensing of operations in compliance with regulations.
• Develop strategies for market entry and long-term expansion.
• Drive business development initiatives and client onboarding.
• Recruit and manage local teams to support operations.
• Monitor market trends and regulatory developments.

Skills

Fluent in English (C1)

Business development

Negotiation skills

Stakeholder management

Leadership

Job description

Position: Head of MENA (FX industry)

Location: Dubai - Remote

Employment type: Full-time

Remuneration: base salary

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead the setup and licensing of regional operations in compliance with local financial regulations.
• Develop and execute strategies for market entry business growth and long-term expansion.
• Build and maintain strategic partnerships with key stakeholders regulators and industry players.
• Drive business development initiatives including client acquisition onboarding and retention.
• Recruit mentor and manage local teams to support business operations and growth.
• Monitor market trends competition and regulatory developments to ensure compliance and competitiveness.
• Represent the company as a primary point of contact in the region strengthening brand presence and visibility.
• Collaborate with global leadership to align regional strategies with overall company objectives.

REQUIREMENTS

• Native or fluent in English (C1 level) with strong proficiency in both written and spoken communication.
• Proficiency in Arabic would be considered an advantage.
• Proven experience in establishing and managing financial services operations in regulated markets.
• Strong background in business development sales and market expansion within the Forex/FX industry.
• Deep understanding of financial regulatory frameworks and licensing processes.
• Established network of industry relationships within the region.
• Demonstrated leadership ability with experience building and managing diverse teams.
• Excellent communication negotiation and stakeholder management skills.

OFFER

• Competitive compensation package with performance-based incentives.
• Opportunity to play a leadership role in shaping and growing the companys regional presence.
• Exposure to a dynamic fast-growing business environment with strong global backing.
• Career growth opportunities with the chance to influence strategic decisions at a regional level.

ONLY CANDIDATES WITH EXPERIENCE IN FX WILL BE CONTACTED!!!

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