Country Director

Required Skills

Requires proven experience in a senior role within financial services, fintech, brokerage, or investment banking, with a strong understanding of European regulatory frameworks. Experience in market entry, business setup, scaling operations, office operations management, team management, and profit/efficiency management is essential. Strong stakeholder management and communication skills, including representing a company through conference speaking, are required. Fluent English and Greek are mandatory, along with eligibility to work in Greece and readiness to relocate to Athens.

Job description / Role Job Type Full Time Job Location Dubai, UAE Nationality Any Nationality Salary Not Specified Gender Not Specified Arabic Fluency Not Specified Job Function General Management Company Industry Finance, Investment & Asset Management Description We are looking for a senior and hands-on country director to support the expansion and operational setup of our presence in European markets. This role combines strategic oversight with operational execution and is ideal for a candidate experienced in launching and scaling regulated financial services businesses. Market setup & operations Coordinate market entry activities, including company setup, banking infrastructure, and engagement with local regulators in cooperation with internal teams and external advisors Oversee day-to-day operations and ensure efficient office management Act as a key local representative of the company in interactions with regulatory and governmental bodies Ensure full compliance with applicable legal and regulatory frameworks Business growth & market development Contribute to the development and execution of market strategies Identify opportunities for growth and support business expansion initiatives Monitor market dynamics, competitors, and regulatory changes Brand & market presence Support initiatives aimed at increasing brand awareness Participate in marketing campaigns, events, and PR activities Engage with media and external stakeholders to strengthen market positioning Team & stakeholder management Support hiring and onboarding of local team members Ensure effective collaboration between local and central teams Promote alignment with corporate standards, culture, and processes Requirements Proven experience in a senior role within financial services / fintech / brokerage / investment banking Strong understanding of European regulatory frameworks Experience in market entry, business setup, or scaling operations Experience managing office operations Experience managing a team of around 10 people Experience taking responsibility for office profit and efficiency Strong stakeholder management and communication skills across relationships with regulators, banking partners, media, and internal leadership teams Experience representing a company through conference speaking Fluent English and Greek are required Eligible to work in Greece and ready to relocate to Athens Apply Now