General Manager – (Forex/CFD

Accountabilities Lead the launch, establishment, and expansion of a new Forex/CFD trading brand targeting the Indian market.

Develop and execute a comprehensive market-entry strategy, establishing local operations, commercial priorities, and a sustainable growth roadmap.

Take ownership of business performance, revenue generation, budgeting, and overall profit and loss (P&L) management.

Recruit, lead, and manage cross-functional teams across business development, marketing, customer support, and partnerships, establishing clear objectives and performance expectations.

Build, onboard, and maintain relationships with key Introducing Brokers (IBs), affiliates, and strategic partners throughout India.

Design and optimize partner commission structures, incentive programmes, and commercial arrangements, including CPA, revenue-sharing, and hybrid models.

Develop relationships with financial influencers, trading educators, and trading communities to strengthen brand visibility, expand reach, and generate qualified customer acquisition opportunities.

Plan and execute localized sales and marketing campaigns to attract traders, improve conversion rates, and increase deposits and trading activity.

Establish KPIs across business functions and monitor customer acquisition, conversion performance, trading volumes, revenue, and profitability.

Adapt products, trading conditions, customer journeys, and payment methods to the needs and preferences of the Indian market.

Oversee CRM utilization, lead management, conversion processes, and commercial performance optimization to improve operational efficiency.

Coordinate with external providers and international teams across dealing, payments, compliance, and product development to support reliable service delivery.

Ensure that business operations, customer onboarding, payment processes, and partner activities align with applicable AML/KYC requirements and relevant regulatory obligations.

Monitor market developments, competitor activity, customer behavior, and commercial trends to identify opportunities and refine the market strategy.

Drive accountability, operational excellence, and continuous improvement while balancing ambitious growth objectives with sustainable business practices.

Requirements:

At least 10 years of experience in business development, including a minimum of five years in senior leadership roles within the Forex/CFD trading industry.

Full professional fluency in Hindi and English, with the ability to lead teams, negotiate partnerships, and communicate effectively with stakeholders across India and international markets.

Strong understanding of the Indian trading market, including customer acquisition dynamics, local trading communities, commercial opportunities, and competitive positioning.

An established network of Introducing Brokers (IBs), affiliates, and strategic partners across India is highly preferred.

Demonstrated experience launching, building, or scaling commercial operations, ideally within an online trading, Forex, or CFD brokerage environment.

Proven ability to recruit, lead, and develop cross-functional teams while establishing performance targets and driving measurable business results.

Extensive experience managing budgets, revenue targets, business performance, and profit and loss (P&L) responsibilities.

Strong understanding of affiliate and IB management, commission structures, and acquisition models, including CPA, revenue sharing, and hybrid arrangements.

Experience with CRM systems, lead-generation strategies, customer acquisition funnels, and conversion optimization.

Demonstrated ability to develop and execute market-entry strategies, localized marketing initiatives, and long-term commercial growth plans.

Familiarity with trading platforms, payment solutions, customer onboarding, and the operational requirements of Forex/CFD businesses.

Working knowledge of AML/KYC processes and compliance considerations relevant to financial services and trading operations.

A degree in Business Administration, Finance, Economics, Marketing, or a related discipline is an advantage.

Excellent negotiation, strategic planning, analytical, and problem-solving skills, with strong commercial judgment and a results-oriented mindset.

Entrepreneurial leadership style, high ownership, adaptability, and the ability to make decisions independently in a fast-paced international environment.

Ability to collaborate effectively with remote teams and external partners across different functions and time zones.

Benefits:

Competitive executive compensation: Monthly salary of USD 15,000–20,000, plus performance-related bonuses.

Strategic ownership: Lead the launch and development of a new trading brand, with substantial responsibility for market strategy and commercial direction.

Remote working arrangement: Work remotely within the advertised GMT+3 to GMT+7 time-zone range.

Leadership and decision-making autonomy: Build the local organization, establish strategic partnerships, and shape business operations from the ground up.

International exposure: Collaborate with global stakeholders, external providers, and commercial partners across an international business environment.

Entrepreneurial environment: Help develop a new market presence with an emphasis on initiative, accountability, and measurable business outcomes.

Long-term growth potential: Contribute to the expansion of a Forex/CFD business and its commercial footprint in India.

Permanent, full-time opportunity: Take on a long-term leadership role with broad commercial and operational responsibilities.

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