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Business Development Head

External
firstrand logoFirstrand · Cape Town, South Africa
Full-timeOn-siteToday
ComplianceLeadershipStakeholder Management
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Requirements

  • 8-12+ years' experience in FX, Global Markets, Trade Finance, or Payments
  • Proven leadership experience in sales, client coverage, or business development
  • Strong understanding of Forex, Trade, and cross-border payments solutions
  • Demonstrated ability to drive revenue growth and execute strategy
  • FAIS compliance (RE exams and regulatory requirements)
  • Exceptional stakeholder engagement and influencing skills
  • Strong commercial acumen, strategic thinking, and problem-solving ability
  • Why Join Us?
  • Opportunity to lead a strategically important and high-growth business
  • Work within a leading financial institution with strong market presence
  • Collaborate across FNB and RMB platforms to deliver innovative solutions
  • Drive impact through client engagement, team leadership, and market expansion
  • How to Apply
  • If you are a results-driven leader with a passion for FX and client solutions, we invite you to apply and be part of shaping the future of FXPH.
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  • Important Closing Date Note
  • Take note that applications will not be accepted on the below date and onwards, kindly submit applications ahead of the closing date indicated below.
  • 14/07/26

Benefits

Equity / stock options

Additional Information

Job Description We are looking for a dynamic and commercially driven Regional Head: FX Product House (FXPH) to lead our regional Forex and Trade business. This role is responsible for driving revenue growth, executing sales strategies, and delivering innovative foreign exchange and cross-border solutions to our clients. As a senior leader and FAIS Representative, you will play a critical role in shaping regional strategy, building high-performing teams, and ensuring strong governance and compliance. Key Responsibilities - Drive Revenue Growth: Deliver on regional FX, Trade, and cross-border revenue targets while expanding wallet share and market presence - Lead Sales Strategy: Develop and execute a regional Forex and Trade sales strategy across key industries and client segments - Client Leadership: Build and maintain strategic relationships with key clients, providing tailored solutions aligned to their needs - Commercial Execution: Oversee structuring and execution of complex FX and hedging solutions in collaboration with product and global markets teams - Team Leadership: Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing regional sales team, driving a culture of accountability and excellence - Stakeholder Management: Collaborate across FNB and RMB coverage, product, risk, and operations teams to deliver integrated client solutions - Market Development: Identify new growth opportunities, including cross-border corridors and emerging markets - Risk & Compliance: Ensure adherence to SARB, Exchange Control, and FAIS requirements, maintaining a strong risk and governance culture


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