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Hybrid Head of Business Development – MENA Region
Posted 5 months ago
About the role
- Head of Business Development leading regional growth and partnerships in Forex industry from Cyprus office. Requires fluent English and Arabic with 3+ years of business development experience.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute the business development strategy across Middle East region
- Lead, manage, and grow a team of Business Development and Client Relations professionals
- Identify and secure new business opportunities, focusing on high-value clients and strategic partnerships (e.g., IBs, Affiliates, Money Managers)
- Establish and nurture long-term relationships with partners, clients, and key stakeholders
- Proactively recruit and onboard trading professionals via social, professional, and industry-specific platforms
- Collaborate with the marketing team to identify and leverage effective local marketing channels
- Drive regional revenue growth by optimizing lead conversion, client retention, and partner performance
- Negotiate partnership terms aligned with the company’s rebate and commission structures
- Monitor partner and affiliate activity to ensure KPIs are consistently met or exceeded
- Conduct competitive analysis and provide strategic insights and feedback to senior management
- Ensure compliance with local regulatory standards and company policies
- Represent the company at key industry conferences and business meetings
Requirements
- Minimum 3+ years of senior-level business development experience within **Forex field** ideally with exposure to the **Middle East market**
- Proven ability to lead teams and achieve commercial targets in a competitive, fast-paced environment
- Demonstrated success in expanding regional market share and building strategic partnerships
- Fluent in **English and Arabic** (spoken and written)
- Strong knowledge of financial markets and regional regulatory frameworks
- Entrepreneurial mindset with excellent leadership, negotiation, and communication skills
- Results-oriented, self-motivated, and capable of working independently and under pressure
- Willingness to travel regionally and internationally as needed
- Bachelor’s degree or higher in Business, Finance, or a related field
Benefits
- A certified Great Place to Work® reflecting our commitment to a positive culture, employee well-being, and support
- Welcoming, young and multicultural team with approachable leadership
- Ability to contribute to dynamic business at a growth phase
- High level of autonomy, support of ideas and putting your expertise into the best practices for the company
- Continuous personal development, training budget, growth with the company and opportunity to learn from industry leaders
- Competitive remuneration, regular salary reviews and performance-based incentive schemes
- Vibrant company life: from team activities to global celebrations
- New beautiful office in an easily accessible location with company-provided fruits, breakfasts and lunches
- Free access to multiple sports and wellness facilities across the country
- Free company-provided parking
- Medical insurance and pension fund after probation period
- A gift and a day off on your Birthday
- Visa and work permit support if required
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