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Deriv.com

Head Of Office

Posted on May 13, 2025

Ck, New Zealand
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Full Time

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Job Information

Job Opening ID

ZR_2047_JOB

Industry

Human Resources

Job Type

Full time

Date Opened

13/05/2025

Country

Cook Islands

Job Description

Who is Deriv?

For the past 25 years, Deriv has been a global leader in online trading and financial innovation. We pride ourselves on taking a digital-first approach that uses AI-driven tools and a culture of collaboration and continuous learning. We are now expanding our footprint with an office in the Cook Islands and are looking for exceptional talent. At Deriv, our hiring approach is all about the people behind the resumes. We believe that a great culture is built by individuals who share our values and drive, so we look for people who have resilience, curiosity, and a proactive attitude. We offer hands-on training, mentorship, and opportunities to grow within our company.

Your role

As the Head of Office in the Cook Islands, you'll establish our new hub from the ground up. In this dynamic role, you’ll build a cutting-edge workspace and shape a high-performing team that reflects our core values of teamwork, integrity, competence, and customer focus. Drawing on your experience in HR, legal, accounting, and expense control, you’ll drive the strategic, operational, and financial goals of our company. This role will enable you to channel the full extent of your talent, ambition, and experience to achieve organisational excellence. The role offers a chance to become a recognised leader within the Cook Islands fintech ecosystem, shaping not only the direction of your team but also influencing industry standards and best practices.

Your challenges

Be the inspiring leader who will drive the office in the Cook Islands towards long-term success.
Oversee the planning, development, and execution of the firm's IT programmes
Take responsibility for all day-to-day operations, make high-level decisions, and lead a motivated management team
Recruit and retain the right talent to make the office in the Cook Islands the leading fintech centre in the country
Work closely with the leadership team to strategise and develop the Deriv Group's short-, mid-, and long-term strategic business objectives, missions, and visions
Build effective communication with the other Deriv Group offices around the world
Establish trust and dialogue throughout the organisation as an effective developer of solutions to business challenges
Provide mentoring as a cornerstone to the management career development programme

Requirements

More than 15 years of HR and staff management experience
Excellent project management skills
Deep knowledge of relevant regulations and legal matters
Firm understanding of accounting and expense management
Thorough familiarity with IT and compliance concepts
Excellent spoken and written English communication skills

You will enjoy working with us if you:

Are enthusiastic about embracing a global perspective—leading and building with a diverse team representing over 80 nationalities, all from the unique environment of the Cook Islands
Enjoy tackling dynamic business challenges—staying ahead of industry trends, solving complex operational puzzles, and continuously driving organisational improvement
Lead with integrity—prioritising ethical decision-making, protecting our reputation, and playing a pivotal role in maintaining a secure and resilient operation.

Company Culture

Join a diverse, inclusive workplace that values innovation and cross-cultural collaboration.
Enjoy competitive compensation and professional development opportunities
Be part of a company recognised for excellence and committed to career growth opportunities.

Be Part of Something Bigger at Deriv! Join us in our brand new office in the Cook Islands and experience a role where leadership meets opportunity. As the Head of Office, you'll not only guide a dynamic team but also play a pivotal role in shaping a culture that thrives on creativity, growth, and innovation. We are an equal-opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We take pride in our Great Place to Work and IIP Platinum certifications, which reflect our commitment to creating an exceptional work environment across 15+ offices, globally.

Our culture is unique, and we live by our values and leadership principles, find out more about life at Deriv here.

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