Our client is an International Group of Financial companies providing global investment and credit services through its investment platform and spanning the globe from the US to Europe, MENA, Asia, and Australia. The opportunity has arisen as my client is looking to recruit an experienced Managing Director who will be based at their Malaysian offices and who will will oversee performance and drive strategic growth across Asia and South Asia region.
Location: Malaysia Hub (serving Asia and South Asia) – Onsite
Role Overview:
- The successful candidate will be based at the Malaysia offices and serving as the central point for these regional 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.
- They will be adept at building strong partnerships, navigating regulatory frameworks, and driving cross-functional collaboration to support business goals. A solid grasp of business landscape is essential, including an understanding of the commercial culture and fintech adoption in key markets.
- The ideal candidate thrives in multicultural environments, demonstrates hands-on leadership, and possesses a proactive mindset to scale operations in highly competitive sectors. The role is ideal for someone who can combine analytical thinking with strong business intuition and a passion for innovation in financial services.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement a comprehensive business strategy for Asia and South Asia market, 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 company 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.
Requirements:
- 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 the Asia and South Asia market, 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.
- Fluent in English, with bilingual proficiency in Thai or an Indian regional language (verbal and written) preferred.
- 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.
Salary and benefits:
- Salary based on skills ands experience
- Bonuses based on performance and reaching company goals
To apply:
Please send your CV to StaffMatters at admin@smstaffmatters.com and mention that you are applying for the vacancy of Managing Director (Malaysian Offices) with reference number 3586.
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