Based in Cyprus.
Hiring Worldwide.
FinTech · FX/CFD · Crypto · Payments · RegTech · SaaS
We recruit specialist talent for trading platforms, FX/CFD brokers, fintech, payments, EMI, SaaS and RegTech firms. Whether you're expanding in Dubai, scaling in London, or building your risk team in Singapore, our network delivers.
"Emerald Zebra helped us close 5 roles in 6 weeks. They understood our needs better than we did."Founder, Digital Assets Startup, Cyprus
From startups to publicly listed trading groups
At Emerald Zebra, we've earned our reputation as Cyprus' trusted recruitment partner for regulated and fast-growth companies in the fintech, tech, financial services and igaming sectors. With our extended global reach, we support trading firms, fintech innovators and investment companies worldwide in sourcing the right talent.
We understand the structure, regulation and growth pace of your world. That's why the world's leading trading platforms and regulated brokers trust us with their most critical hires.
- CyprusOur base and core market
- UAEDubai in particular
- MaltaEU regulatory hub
- Europe-widePan-EU mandates
- Asia-PacificSG, KL and beyond
- United KingdomLondon especially
- Remote-firstGlobal roles
We recruit globally
across six sectors
We don't wait for applicants.
Most recruiters say they'll "source the right candidates." Every role we take on is promoted across our networks, channels and social reach, including LinkedIn promoted job slots free of charge, and supported by our talent pool and 20+ years of networks and relationships built in Cyprus and internationally.
"Your story, our reach, connecting you with the right people. Wherever they are."
Trusted by multi-licensed firms and international trading companies since 2005. Proven track record. One specialist partner for Cyprus and multiple markets internationally.
Every function, every level
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