Head of APAC/ASIA

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 company’s 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.