Head of Representative Office

Lisbon, Portugal | Full-time | Office

As the Head of Representative Office, you will be responsible for launching and managing the Lisbon office, building a high-performance local team, ensuring legal and operational compliance, and growing the brand's presence in the Portuguese financial market. The ideal candidate is an experienced leader with a background in finance, strong operational capabilities, and the ability to represent the business at both corporate and regulatory levels.

Key Responsibilities
Office & Operations:

• Lead and oversee all office operations, ensuring full compliance with local regulations and company policies

• Act as the official representative in front of Portuguese government and regulatory authorities

• Coordinate cross-departmental activities and maintain alignment with corporate HQ standards

Brand & Market Presence:

• Develop and execute local brand awareness strategies in collaboration with HQ marketing

• Represent the company in media outlets, public relations campaigns, and events

• Manage relationships with local media, influencers, and marketing partners

Team Management:

• Recruit, onboard, and manage the local office team

• Ensure team productivity and alignment with company culture and performance standards

• Support ongoing professional development of team members

Market Insight & Reporting:

• Monitor local investment trends, regulatory changes, and competitor activities

• Produce monthly reports on office performance and market analysis for senior leadershi

Your Profile
Professional Background:

• 5+ years of experience in international financial services or brokerage firms

• Proven experience managing local offices or representative branches

• Experience interacting with government/regulatory bodies and overseeing operational compliance

• Background in marketing/brand building is a plus

Skills & Qualifications:

• Strong knowledge of Portuguese regulatory requirements for financial institutions

• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

• Strategic mindset with strong analytical and reporting abilities

• Fluent English; Portuguese fluency is highly preferred

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, or a related field

Personal Traits:

• Self-motivated and hands-on leader

• Comfortable managing multiple priorities in a dynamic, fast-paced environment

• Solutions-oriented with strong decision-making capabilities

• Committed to quality, compliance, and operational excellence

What’s On Offer

• Competitive salary package with performance-based incentives

• Leadership role with full autonomy in a growing international organization

• Long-term career growth potential within a NASDAQ-listed group

• Full work gear and tech setup provided

• Supportive, international, and fast-paced environment

• Team events and flexible working policies