On behalf of our client, a regulated brokerage, we are seeking an experienced Head of MENA to lead the company’s expansion across Middle East. Dubai. With a strong global presence, we are looking to expand into the MENA region to spearhead our regional strategy, regulatory setup, and market growth.

Location: Remote

Working arrangement:

• Flexible location (regional presence preferred).

• Full-time role with frequent travel across MENA.

Responsibilities:

The Head of MENA will be responsible for leading the company’s entry into the MENA region, including overseeing the establishment of the Dubai entity, regulatory licensing, and building the foundation for long-term growth. This role requires a professional with proven experience in setting up operations for financial institutions (ideally in Forex or Equities), as well as strong business development expertise to expand our client base and strategic partnerships across the region.

• Lead the setup and licensing of the company’s operations in Dubai in compliance with local financial regulations.
• Define and execute the regional strategy for market entry, business development, and long-term expansion.
• Identify and build strategic partnerships with key stakeholders, institutions, and regulators in the MENA region.
• Drive business development initiatives, focusing on client acquisition,
onboarding, and retention.
• Recruit, mentor, and manage a local team to support operations and growth in the region.
• Monitor market trends, competition, and regulatory changes to ensure compliance and competitiveness.
• Act as the primary representative of the company in the MENA region, ensuring strong visibility and brand positioning.
• Collaborate with global leadership teams to align regional strategies with the overall company vision.

Requirements:

• Proven track record in establishing and managing financial services entities in Dubai or wider MENA region (experience in Forex and/or Equities is highly preferred).
• Strong background in business development, sales, and market expansion within financial services.
• In-depth knowledge of regulatory frameworks in Dubai (DFSA, ADGM, SCA, or similar).
• Extensive network of industry contacts across MENA.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to build and manage teams remotely.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Fluency in English is required; Arabic is a strong advantage.

What’s in it for you?

Our client offers an exciting, challenging role in a collaborative, dynamic environment. The right person will find many career growth opportunities in their company, whether you want to advance your technical skills or aspire to leadership in the future.