Managing Director

GRS Recruitment; Dubai; Remote; USD 150,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

An international FX company is searching for a Managing Director to oversee its operations in the Asia and Middle East markets. The ideal candidate must possess a proven capability to drive growth strategies, deep industry knowledge, and strong leadership skills. This role involves strategic planning, relationship management, and ensuring profitable and sustainable growth in dynamic environments. Candidates with at least 5 years of relevant experience in Forex or fintech sectors are encouraged to apply.

Benefits

Can be based in Dubai or remote

Excellent salary / package

Leading brand

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of leadership experience in Forex, fintech.
• Strong knowledge of Asia and the Middle East markets.
• Fluency in English is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic business strategy for growth.
• Manage partnerships and institutional relationships.
• Ensure profitability and sustainable business growth.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic Thinking

Sales and Marketing

Interpersonal Skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in business, Marketing, Finance

MBA

Tools

CRM systems

Data dashboards

Job description

An international FX company is searching for a Managing Director to oversee performance and drive strategic growth with a core focus onAsia and the Middle Eastregional markets. This role requires a strategic thinker with a deep understanding of the Forex industry, strong leadership skills, and a proven ability to execute growth strategies in dynamic, regulated environments. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 5 years' leadership experience, within the Forex, fintech, and strong knowledge of theAsia and the Middle Eastmarket, including regulatory and consumer dynamics. Main Duties & Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a comprehensive business strategy forAsia and the Middle Eastmarket, focused on expansion, client acquisition, and revenue growth.
• Identify, negotiate and manage partnerships, affiliates and institutional relationships to drive revenue growth.
• Increase brand visibility through localized marketing campaigns, social media, and community engagement.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with regulators, financial institutions, and key industry stakeholders.
• Monitor market trends, competitive activities, and regulatory changes to assess opportunities and mitigate risks.
• Collaborate with internal teams (Sales, Marketing, Customer Support, Legal, Compliance, Product, etc.) to ensure cohesive strategy execution.
• Lead, inspire, and grow the local team, fostering a high-performance and collaborative culture.
• Represent the company in public forums, media interviews, and industry events to position the firm as a trusted broker and innovative market player.
• Take full responsibility for the country’s Profit & Loss statement, ensuring profitability and sustainable business growth.
• Identify and develop local talent, create scalable processes, and implement tools that improve performance and client satisfaction.

Candidate Profile

• Bachelor’s degree in business, Marketing, Finance or related field ; MBA preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of leadership experience, ideally within the Forex, fintech, or broader financial services sector.
• Strong knowledge of theAsia and the Middle Eastmarket, including regulatory and consumer dynamics.
• Deep understanding of FX / CFD products, trading platforms (MT4 / MT5), and the digital acquisition funnel in the retail trading space.
• Demonstrated success in driving business growth, managing cross-functional teams, and implementing go-to-market strategies.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to influence at all levels and adapt messaging to different cultural and professional contexts.
• Fluency inEnglishis mandatory.
• Technologically savvy and comfortable working with data dashboards, CRM systems (e.g., Salesforce), and performance analytics tools.
• Proactive, adaptable, and results-oriented, with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, evolving environment and under remote work structures.

Company Benefits

• Can be based in Dubai or remote
• Excellent salary / package
• Leading brand

Due to the high volume of applications received at GRS Recruitment, only shortlisted candidates will be responded to.