General Manager - India (Forex/CFD)

David Kennedy Recruitment is working with a multinational financial services company specializing in online trading that is seeking to onboard a General Manager (India Market) to join their team. This is a unique opportunity to lead the creation and expansion of a new Forex and CFD brand in India, build local teams and partnerships, and drive long-term commercial growth through IB and affiliate channels.

Position: General Manager - India (Forex/CFD)

Location: SEA or MENA regions

Work model: Remote

Employment type: Full-time

Remuneration: Base salary + bonuses.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead the launch and growth of a new Forex and CFD brand targeting the Indian market

• Build and execute the market entry strategy and establish a strong local presence

• Recruit, develop, and manage high-performing teams across Business Development, Marketing, Customer Support, and Partnerships

• Identify, onboard, and manage key Introducing Brokers (IBs), affiliates, and strategic partners

• Develop commission structures and incentive programs to maximize partner performance and loyalty

• Build relationships with financial influencers, trading educators, and regional communities

• Design and execute localized sales and marketing campaigns to increase active traders and deposit volumes

• Monitor business performance, trading activity, and P&L metrics to ensure sustainable growth

• Analyze market trends and adapt products, payment methods, and trading conditions to local requirements

• Establish clear KPIs across functions and drive accountability for business results

• Collaborate with external providers supporting dealing, payments, compliance, and product operations

• Ensure all business activities align with internal AML, KYC, and compliance requirements.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Fluent Hindi and English skills, both written and spoken10+ years of Business Development experience, including at least 5 years in a senior leadership role within Forex/CFD industry

• Strong understanding of the Indian trading market and regional business environment

• Existing network of Introducing Brokers and affiliates across India is highly preferred

• Experience building and scaling commercial teams and business operations

• Solid knowledge of CRM systems, lead conversion processes, and partnership models including CPA, RevShare, and Hybrid structures

• Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management abilities

• Strategic mindset with excellent analytical and problem-solving skills

• Financial acumen with experience managing budgets and commercial performance

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Economics, Marketing, or a related field is considered an advantage.

BENEFITS:

• Opportunity to lead and build a new Forex/CFD brand for the Indian market

• Significant ownership and influence over business strategy and market development

• Flexible remote working model within GMT+3 to GMT+7 time zones

• International and entrepreneurial working environment

• Competitive compensation package based on experience and business impact

• Long-term career growth within a rapidly expanding organisation.