Head of Representative Office Lisboa

Head of Representative Office
Lisboa
Lisboa, Lisboa, Portugal

We are looking for a Head of Representative Office for a globally recognized and
- growing NASDAQ-listed financial services firm for their new and growing operation in Portugal.

With a presence in over 10 European markets, including the Netherlands, Germany, Spain, and the UK, the company is expanding its footprint into Lisbon to serve the rapidly growing Portuguese investment market.

This is a unique opportunity for a seasoned operations and brand leader to launch and lead a local office of a dynamic, internationally backed investment platform.

As the Head of Representative Office, you will be responsible for launching and managing the Lisbon office, building a
- 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
  - 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 leadership

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

Personal Traits:

• Self-motivated and
  - on leader
• Comfortable managing multiple priorities in a dynamic,
  - paced environment
• Solutions-oriented with strong
  - making capabilities
• Committed to quality, compliance, and operational excellence

What’s On Offer

• Competitive salary package with
  - 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
  - paced environment
• Team events and flexible working policies