Head of Business

King Deux Search & Consulting is a specialized executive search firm that offers bespoke talent solutions for financial services and commerce. We are committed to not only finding the right opportunity for our candidates but also leaving a legacy that lives on beyond the hiring process. Follow us at https://www.careers-page.com/kingdeux for updates on the exceptional clients we represent. Stay up-to-date on industry news and get your career consultation scheduled at kingdeux.com Head of Business (SVP / Managing Director Level) A globally leading cryptocurrency exchange, with over 100 million registered users and the industry's most comprehensive product ecosystem, is seeking an outstanding Head of Business at the SVP/Managing Director level to take full P&L ownership of the entire ecosystem worldwide. Reporting directly to the group's top leadership, this is a true mini-CEO mandate. You will be the ultimate driver and ultimate decision-maker responsible for accelerating the platform from 100M+ users to the next order of magnitude in growth, revenue, and market leadership. Key Responsibilities Assume complete P&L accountability for the global exchange business; set and deliver aggressive revenue, user, volume, and profitability targets. Define and execute the overarching growth strategy; own the full lifecycle of all major products and business lines from concept, prioritisation, resource allocation, launch, to scaling and ongoing monetisation. Continuously track global Web3 trends, regulatory shifts, and competitive landscape; identify high-impact opportunities and lead rapid international market entry and expansion. Orchestrate all growth levers, user acquisition, pricing, promotions, partnerships, community, branding, and on-chain initiatives to maximise global market share and user LTV. Drive rigorous, data-first decision making; own all core KPIs, revenue forecasting, cohort analysis, funnel optimisation, and margin improvement. Lead a large, high-performing international business organisation; hire, develop, and performance-manage multiple teams while maintaining a culture of speed, ownership, and innovation. Act as the primary cross-functional orchestrator, removing blockers with Product, Tech, Compliance, Legal, Operations, and Marketing to ensure flawless execution at scale. Serve as the company's senior face externally: lead key strategic negotiations, represent the group at global summits, and build relationships with top-tier partners and regulators. Qualifications Bachelor's degree or above (Finance, Computer Science, Business, or related fields preferred). 12+ years of aggressive growth leadership in internet platforms, fintech, or blockchain; candidates who have personally owned P&L and scaled user bases at hyper-growth companies are strongly preferred. Proven full P&L ownership at the GM/MD/SVP/VP level within a major crypto exchange or high-regulation fintech platform is essential. Mastery of the entire crypto product ecosystem and global operating dynamics, with demonstrable success launching and scaling businesses across multiple regions. World-class strategic vision combined with hands-on execution rigor; able to independently structure and deliver complex, cross-border initiatives end-to-end. Exceptional leadership track record, building and running large, multicultural teams in high-velocity environments. Language: Fully fluent in both written and spoken English and Chinese, used daily for executive communication, reporting, and negotiation. High-drive, entrepreneurial mindset that thrives on massive scale, ambiguity, and winning in competitive markets. Location Hong Kong / Singapore / Malaysia (strong preference) or UAE hybrid/flexible arrangement. Apply / Refer a Friend Interested parties, please send your CV / LinkedIn profile to Scarlett Chan at s@kingdeux.com or apply directly. Know somebody who might be interested? Share this job with them Please note that only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.