Recruitment Agency in Cyprus

Connecting Employers and Job Seekers

We help forward-thinking companies hire the right talent and guide professionals toward career-defining roles across thriving sectors such as FinTech, Tech, Financial Services (including Forex, Trading, Payments, EMIs, and Digital Assets), and iGaming. Behind every successful hire is a specialist who understands people, business and detail. At Emerald Zebra, we’re consultants, researchers, marketers and data analysts, all working together to help companies to build high performing teams.

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Emerald Zebra Jobs in Cyprus

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Four Industries.
One Specialist.

We recruit exclusively for FinTech, Tech, Financial Services, and iGaming – the industries that define Cyprus’ growth story.

Plus select global roles in trading, payments, SaaS, crypto and RegTech.

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FinTech

FX/CFD brokerages, EMIs, PSPs, crypto exchanges, payments infrastructure. From start-ups to high growth.

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02

Tech / IT

Software engineering, product, DevOps, data science, AI/ML, infrastructure, cybersecurity and IT leadership roles.

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03

Financial Services

Accounting, compliance, risk, data analysis, treasury, regulatory affairs, back-office and corporate governance.

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04

iGaming

Online gaming, sportsbook, casino operations, platform technology, licensing and operational leadership roles.

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Emerald Zebra

Services

A full suite of recruitment, training, and HR consulting services built for regulated, high-growth industries.

01

Recruitment
Services

Hire top talent in FinTech, Tech, Financial Services, and iGaming. Extensive network reach, market-aligned salary insights, and a people-first candidate experience.

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02

Emerald Zebra Academy

Accredited, self-paced online training. AML, Compliance, Risk, MiFID II, DORA, EU AI Act. In partnership with LGCA & AGRC. Exclusive Emerald Zebra pricing.

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03

HR & Talent
Consulting

Senior recruitment expertise, embedded in your business. Branding, talent
acquisition and HR advisory on a flexible monthly retainer.

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04

Salary Benchmarking

Access reliable Cyprus salary benchmarks and annual workforce insights. Supporting your pay, benefits and retention strategies with trusted local market data.

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05

HR Power Breakfast

Inspiring talks and networking for HR leaders. Join the 4th HR PowerBreakfast in 2026, Limassol, Cyprus.

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06

Interim &
Fractional

Access senior leadership on a flexible basis. CFO, COO, CCO, MLRO and other critical roles on interim contracts.

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Cyprus Salary & Workforce
Insights 2025–2026

Reliable benchmarks across FinTech, Tech, Finance & iGaming. Updated annually.

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Why Employers Choose Emerald Zebra
We're not a volume recruitment agency. We're a specialist consultancy built for regulated, high-growth industries.

Our executive search practice is trusted to deliver confidential mandates for C-level, board, and senior leadership roles across multi-jurisdictional businesses. We work with the same discretion and rigour whether placing a Group CFO in Dubai or a Head of Compliance in Limassol.

Our approach is built on 25+ years of market knowledge, direct candidate relationships, and a commitment to the human experience at every stage. We continuously invest in the tools, partnerships, and technology that sharpen how we source, assess, and deliver. All placements are backed by our replacement guarantee.

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Sector Specialists
We recruit exclusively for FinTech, Tech, Financial Services and iGaming. No generalist noise. No wasted shortlists.
02
Research-Led Search
Every mandate begins with market mapping and 25 years of network intelligence - not a keyword search on LinkedIn.
03
Replacement Guarantee
All permanent placements backed by a contractual replacement guarantee. Your risk is managed.
04
Cyprus & Global Reach
Headquartered in Limassol, Cyprus. Supporting multi-jurisdictional hiring across Cyprus, EMEA, APAC.
05
AI-Augmented Recruitment
Our technology stack is built for speed and accuracy - without losing the human touch. A first in global recruitment tech.
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The HEX Model
Our Human Experience commitment - timely communication and honest feedback.
Active Markets
Cyprus - Limassol, Nicosia, Larnaca, Paphos
Europe
United Kingdom - London
UAE - Dubai
Israel - Tel Aviv
Malaysia - Kuala Lumpur
South Africa - Johannesburg
Where We Hire

Global
Recruitment for FinTech & Financial Services

Based in Cyprus, we support hiring for our clients' international locations across the UK, EMEA, APAC and LATAM. Many of our clients are multi-jurisdictional businesses with entities and hiring needs
across multiple markets.

Sectors: Multi-Asset Brokerages & Trading Platforms · CFD/FX & Regulated Investment Firms · FinTech & Payments · Crypto / Blockchain · RegTech · Compliance & Risk
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Every
Function.
One Search.

Jump straight to openings in the most popular job families across Cyprus and global markets.

Accounting Administration C-Level Customer Support Data & AI DevOps Human Resources Infra & Cyber Legal Product Mgmt Product Support Project Mgmt QA & Analytics Risk & Compliance Sales & Marketing Software Eng Trading Treasury
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How Can We Help?

For Employers

Looking to Hire?

We use our networks and
expertise to source and screen candidates who have the skills, qualifications and personality to fit your culture and vision. From specialist hires to confidential C-suite mandates.

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For Candidates

Looking for a Job?

We guide candidates through every step - from polishing CVs to preparing for interviews. We provide feedback, guidance and honest advice to help you find your perfect role in Cyprus or globally.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Partner
With
Emerald
Zebra

What types of jobs does Emerald Zebra specialise in? +
Emerald Zebra recruits for FinTech, Tech, Financial Services and iGaming companies in Cyprus and globally. Our specialisms include FX/CFD brokerages, multi-asset trading platforms, crypto exchanges, EMIs and PSPs, RegTech and compliance teams. We place talent across product, tech, commercial, operations, and leadership functions - from specialist hires through to confidential C-suite appointments.
How does your recruitment service differ from executive search? +
Our recruitment service covers specialist and mid-level roles across all functions. Executive search is for C-suite, board, and senior leadership appointments requiring confidentiality, market mapping, structured assessment, and dedicated senior-level attention. We'll advise which approach fits your mandate during our initial consultation.
What is your replacement guarantee? +
All placements come with a 3-month free replacement or refund guarantee if the candidate leaves or doesn't meet expectations. Thanks to our consultative approach, this is rarely needed.
Do you work with companies outside Cyprus? +
Yes. While we're based in Cyprus, we regularly deliver mandates for clients in Dubai, London, Tel Aviv, Kuala Lumpur, and across EMEA and APAC. Many of our clients are multi-jurisdictional businesses with entities across multiple markets.
Do you help international candidates relocate to Cyprus? +
Yes. We regularly assist candidates relocating from the UK, EU, MEA and beyond. We provide local salary guidance, relocation support through partners, and employer expectations to help make your move to Cyprus well-informed.
Which regulators do you understand? +
We recruit for businesses operating under CySEC, FCA, DFSA, VARA, VASP, MiCA, FSC, FSCA and other regulatory frameworks. Our consultants understand the licensing requirements, compliance expectations, and technical competencies that regulated firms need.
What makes Emerald Zebra different from other agencies in Cyprus? +
We're a specialist consultancy, not a volume agency. Our focus is exclusively on FinTech, Tech, Financial Services, and iGaming. With 25+ years of market experience, advanced agentic ATS technology, published salary insights, the Emerald Zebra Academy, and our HEX (Human Experience) model, we bring depth and precision that generalist agencies can't match.
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Cyprus and the Schengen Area

Cyprus and the Schengen Area: What It Means for Property Investors, Residents and the Job Market

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Cyprus has set 2026 as its target year for joining the Schengen Area, a move that could meaningfully improve travel convenience for residents and investors while leaving core residency and work rights unchanged. This article provides a factual, up-to-date overview of where accession stands, what still needs to happen, and how Schengen membership could realistically affect property investment, permanent residency, and the labour market. Updated February 2026.

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