Forex Country Manager - India
Description
Job Overview:
As the Forex Country Manager for India, you will be responsible for developing and executing business strategies to expand our presence in the Indian market. You will lead business development and sales efforts, manage partnerships with Introducing Brokers (IBs), and drive client acquisition. The ideal candidate must have extensive experience in the forex industry, a strong network, and a proven track record of success in a similar role.
Key Responsibilities:
Market Expansion & Business Growth: Develop and implement strategies to grow DB Investing’s market share in India.
Sales & Business Development: Lead sales initiatives, acquire new clients, and build relationships with high-net-worth individuals and institutional investors.
IB & Partner Network: Leverage existing contacts and onboard new Introducing Brokers (IBs) to enhance our market penetration.
Revenue Generation: Drive revenue growth by meeting and exceeding sales targets.
Team Leadership: Build and manage a high-performing local sales and business development team.
Regulatory Compliance: Ensure business operations align with local regulatory requirements.
Brand Awareness: Represent DB Investing in industry events, networking opportunities, and market discussions to strengthen brand recognition.
What We Offer
Competitive base salary + performance-based commissions
Opportunity to lead a high-potential market under a global brand
Full marketing and operational support from HQ
Access to proprietary platforms, technology, and global licenses
Career growth into regional leadership roles
Requirements:
Experience: Minimum 5 years of experience in a similar role with another forex broker.
Industry Knowledge: Deep understanding of forex trading, financial instruments, and regulatory frameworks.
Network: A strong book of clients and Introducing Brokers (IBs) is a must.
Sales & BD Expertise: Proven experience in business development and sales with a strong track record of achieving revenue targets.
Leadership Skills: Ability to lead a team and drive business growth.
Location: Must be based in India.
Language: Fluency in Hindi and English is required.
Preferred Qualifications
Previous experience as a Country Manager or Business Development Head
Established reputation in the FX industry
An existing team or network that can be mobilised quickly
Ability to work independently and deliver KPI
Skills
As published by recruitee · 13 questions · 10 written answers
Basics
Full name, Email, CV, Cover letter, Phone
Pick from a list (3)
- Do you have previous experience working in a forex brokerage or trading-related financial services company?
- Do you have a team or support network you could immediately activate to assist with local operations, client support, or sales?
- Are you willing and able to set up a small local office or physical presence if needed?
Written answers (10)
- Do you currently have a portfolio of active Forex or CFD clients? If yes, please describe the type of clients (Retail / IBs / Institutional) and approximate number of accounts or volume managed:
- Do you have established relationships with local IBs, influencers, or affiliate marketers in your region? Please list and describe briefly.
- What is the average monthly trading volume or revenue your existing client base generates? optional
- What are the key characteristics of the Forex market in your country (regulatory, cultural, payment methods, etc.)?
- What local marketing strategies would you implement in your first 90 days to acquire clients and partners? optional
- Are you familiar with the regulatory requirements to operate Forex activities in your region? If yes, please list any licenses or processes required to operate legally.
- Do you have experience managing or hiring a local team (sales, support, marketing)? If yes, how many people have you managed before?
- How many new active clients do you realistically estimate to bring within: First 30 days: _______ First 90 days: _______ First 6 months: _______ optional
- What monthly revenue (approx.) do you expect your book to generate in the first 6 months? optional
- What tools or resources would you need from DB Investing to succeed in your market? optional