An international FX company is searching for a Managing Director to oversee performance and drive strategic growth with a core focus on Asia and South Asia, with operations based out of the Malaysia hub 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. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 5 years' leadership experience, within the Forex, fintech, and strong knowledge of the Asia and the South Asian markets, including regulatory and consumer dynamics. You should be fluent in English and Thai or Indian regional language skills considered a plus for local market roles. 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. If you are interested, please apply for this Malaysian based Managing Director role.
MAIN DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
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Develop and implement a comprehensive business strategy for Asia and South Asia market, focused on expansion, client acquisition, and revenue growth.
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Identify, negotiate and manage partnerships, affiliates and institutional relationships to drive revenue growth.
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Increase brand visibility through localized marketing campaigns, social media, and community engagement.
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Build and maintain strong relationships with regulators, financial institutions, and key industry stakeholders.
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Monitor market trends, competitive activities, and regulatory changes to assess opportunities and mitigate risks.
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Collaborate with internal teams (Sales, Marketing, Customer Support, Legal, Compliance, Product, etc.) to ensure cohesive strategy execution.
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Lead, inspire, and grow the local team, fostering a high-performance and collaborative culture.
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Represent the company in public forums, media interviews, and industry events to position as a trusted broker and innovative market player.
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Take full responsibility for the country’s Profit & Loss statement, ensuring profitability and sustainable business growth.
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Identify and develop local talent, create scalable processes, and implement tools that improve performance and client satisfaction.
CANDIDATE PROFILE
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Bachelor’s degree in business, Marketing, Finance or related field ; MBA preferred.
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Minimum of 5 years of leadership experience, ideally within the Forex, fintech, or broader financial services sector.
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Strong knowledge of the Asia and South Asia market, including regulatory and consumer dynamics.
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Deep understanding of FX/CFD products, trading platforms (MT4/MT5), and the digital acquisition funnel in the retail trading space.
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Demonstrated success in driving business growth, managing cross-functional teams, and implementing go-to-market strategies.
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Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to influence at all levels and adapt messaging to different cultural and professional contexts.
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Fluent in English, with bilingual proficiency in Thai or an Indian regional language (verbal and written) preferred.
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Technologically savvy and comfortable working with data dashboards, CRM systems (e.g., Salesforce), and performance analytics tools.
COMPANY BENEFITS
Due to the high volume of applications received at GRS Recruitment, only shortlisted candidates will be responded to.