CEO

The organisation

The Dutch Caribbean Securities Exchange (DCSX) in Willemstad, Curaçao, is an international exchange for the listing and trading in both domestic and international securities. DCSX has developed over the last 10 years into a small, stable and profitable exchange with currently about 70 listings. However, there is still little trading happening on the DCSX. It is therefore time to bring the securities exchange to the next level in its development.

A strong ambition is to further develop the capital market in the Dutch Caribbean, with the main objective of increasing the number and volume of securities traded on the securities exchange.

To achieve this, the focus of the new CEO will be on growing the number of active brokers, investors, listing agents and listings. The result should be a greater amount of liquidity for securities traded on the exchange and DCSX being viewed as an important source for raising capital by start-up and SME companies contemplating a listing. Further the DCSX will have to play an important role in Curaçao's bridging function between the Netherlands and Latin America and Asia.

The position

Are you a securities exchange experienced and driven manager open to a new challenge in Curaçao? Then this CEO role might just be what you are looking for!

Tasks & responsibilities

The new CEO is responsible for:

• Development of the local and regional capital market
• Identifying opportunities and opening up new markets, with an important focus on relations with the countries in the Kingdom of the Netherlands
• Consolidation of existing markets, with a focus on Asia and Latin America
• Intensive dealings with the Central Bank of Curaçao and St. Maarten and possibly the regulators in The Netherlands (DNB and AFM)
• Expanding and professionalizing trading platforms and custody and settlement systems
• Representation of the DCSX in international events in both the Netherlands, Latin America and Asia to increase visibility of DCSX
• Leading a small team of about 6 people

The CEO Reports to the board of directors of the DCSX

Candidate profile

• University Master's degree or equivalent
• Minimum of 10-15 years of experience in capital markets, more specifically in another securities exchange or capital market regulator or operator organisation
• Ample experience in senior executive positions with a focus on strategy and commerce
• Knowledge of trading platforms and custody and settlement systems
• Track record of leading successful business change
• Strong understanding of global financial markets
• proven ability to lead, motivate and develop a team of senior officials
• strong engagement and negotiation skills
• fluency in English and Spanish is required, fluency in Mandarin is a plus

Interested?

Interested in this exciting challenge and willing to relocate to Curaçao? You can apply to this position by using the form below.