Head of APACASIA

David Kennedy Recruitment is working with a leading financial services company who are looking to recruit a Head of APAC/ASIA.

Position: Head of APAC/ASIA
Location: APAC/Asia Remote
Employment type: Full-time

About the role.
The Head of Asia will be responsible for building leading and executing the companys commercial strategy across the region. This is a senior leadership role requiring a hands-on operator with a strong track record in scaling FX/CFD businesses driving revenue and developing high-performing teams and partner networks.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Define and execute the APAC growth strategy across key markets including Southeast Asia and China

• Build scale and optimize regional operations including local teams and infrastructure

• Drive revenue growth through client acquisition deposits and increased trading volume

• Develop manage and expand Introducing Broker (IB) and affiliate networks

• Lead hire and mentor regional business development and sales teams

• Establish and maintain strong relationships with key partners KOLs and institutional clients

• Identify new market opportunities and ensure strong competitive positioning

• Oversee regional P&L budgeting and performance targets

• Collaborate closely with senior leadership on global strategy and expansion initiatives.
  

REQUIREMENTS:

• Native or fluent in English (C1 level) with strong proficiency in both written and spoken communication. Additional Asian languages considered a strong advantage

• 10 years of experience within the FX/CFD or financial trading industry

• Proven track record in building and scaling operations across APAC/Asia

• Strong existing network across IBs affiliates and regional partners

• Demonstrated success in driving deposits trading volume and revenue growth

• Experience managing multi-country teams and regional structures

• Entrepreneurial mindset with strong commercial acumen

• Ability to operate both strategically and in a hands-on capacity.

OFFER:

• Competitive executive compensation package

• High-impact leadership role with full regional ownership

• Opportunity to build and scale a key global region

• Dynamic fast-growing international environment.