Managing Director

6 days ago


United Arab Emirates Dubai Aventus Full time

Job Description

Role: Managing Director UAE

Location: UAE

Sector: Crypto Exchange / Fintech

About the Role:

We represent a rapidly expanding US-based Crypto Exchange seeking a dynamic and adaptable Managing Director UAE to lead its regional growth strategy. This role is ideal for a commercially driven leader with a growth mindset, capable of navigating the fast-evolving Web3 and financial markets landscape.

The selected candidate will play a pivotal role in establishing the companys regional presence, shaping key operational strategies, and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, including ongoing licensing processes.

Key Responsibilities:

- Lead regional market expansion in alignment with the companys 3-year growth strategy.
- Oversee the evolution of P&L and headcount growth, adjusting to market response.
- Drive regulation licensing efforts, including vendor selection, key hires, and board appointments.
- Determine and establish the UAE office location.
- Develop commercial and operational strategies to scale the business.
- Provide hands-on leadership, balancing strategic oversight with day-to-day execution.
- Build and manage a high-performing team, build a flexible and non-corporate culture.
- Maintain agility in navigating a rapidly changing financial and regulatory landscape.

Required Experience & Skills:

Technical & Industry Knowledge:

- Strong familiarity with financial assets and blockchain technology.
- Background in DeFi and TradFi (Decentralized & Traditional Finance).
- Experience with traditional trading platforms (FX, equities, etc.) is a plus.
- Web3/crypto experience is preferred but not mandatory.
- Experience with the regional regulations, especially those from UAE.

Leadership & Commercial Expertise:

- Proven track record in commercial leadership and business growth.
- Experience in building organizational structures, managing P&L, and people management.
- Operational experience, including strategic decision-making and execution.
- Comfortable working in startup and high-growth environments.

Personality & Cultural Fit:

- Adaptable, humble, and open-minded.
- Entrepreneurial self-starter who thrives in unstructured environments.
- Comfortable with uncertainty, risk, and rapid change.
- Hands-on leadership approach with a strong execution focus.



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