Lisa Paton

Lisa is a highly accomplished recruiter with 12 years of specialised experience in the Fintech and online trading sectors, focusing on FX and CFD industries.

Throughout her career, she has built a strong reputation as a trusted partner for brokers, financial institutions, and technology providers globally.
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About Lisa

Lisa is a highly accomplished and well-respected recruiter with over 12 years of specialised experience in the Fintech and Online Trading sectors, particularly within the FX and CFD industries. Her deep expertise and global network make her a trusted partner for brokers, financial institutions, and technology providers across multiple regions, including London, Dubai, Cyprus, Asia, and Latin America.


Throughout her career, Lisa has demonstrated a remarkable ability to identify, engage, and secure top-tier talent for some of the industry’s most pivotal and demanding roles. She is recognized for her exceptional understanding of market dynamics, industry-specific compliance, and regulatory landscapes, which enables her to deliver tailored talent solutions to meet the strategic needs of her clients.


Lisa’s reputation is built on her integrity, discretion, and ability to forge lasting relationships with clients and candidates alike. She is known for delivering exceptional value by connecting companies with transformative leaders who drive innovation, growth, and operational excellence.

Her global market insights, combined with her hands-on, consultative approach, have positioned her as a go-to resource for organizations seeking to build world-class leadership teams in the rapidly evolving fintech landscape.


Her portfolio of successful placements spans a wide array of high-impact positions, including:
C-Level Executive Appointments: CEOs, COOs, CTOs, and CFOs.
Sales & Business Development: HNW (High-Net-Worth) and Institutional Sales Leaders, Regional Sales Directors, and Global Account Executives. Technology Leadership: Heads of IT and Infrastructure, Software Development Directors.
Regulatory & Compliance: Senior Compliance Managers, Risk and Legal Experts.

Multi-Asset Brokerage & Financial Trading 
Bespoke Market Intel Reports
Recruitment Strategy & Feasibility
Market Mapping
Talent Planning and Retention
Retained Assignments
Salary & Compensation Information
Candidate Availability Data
Headcount Planning
Interim, Project and Contract based Resource
Permanent and Retained Appointments

Locations

Dubai Global Cyprus United Kingdom

Specialist
Recruitment Areas

Chief Executive Chief Marketing Officer Chief Operating Officer Chief Revenue Officer Head of Compliance Head of Technology Trade Surveillance

Client & candidate testimonials

We have only recently started working with Lisa but her commitment to understanding our company’s needs and her dedication to identifying strong candidates has been exceptional. Despite the fast-paced nature of our market, Lisa has accommodated us by keeping our meetings quick and focused.
Following our initial discussion and briefing, she has consistently supplied a steady flow of qualified candidates, culminating in the successful hire of an individual who has significantly strengthened our team. Pleasure working with you again.
Mukid Chowdury CEO Trading 212
Lisa is an excellent and very professional recruiter. I had the pleasure of working closely with her over the past few year and I found her to be attentive to needs of our business, a good listener and someone who excels in the execution of the brief at hand. Once Lisa understands your needs she will provide quality candidates, fully vetted and prepared for their interviews. I thoroughly recommend her to any prospective client and wish her every success in her new venture. I am sure it will be
a success.
James Watson CEO ADSS UK
As always over the years you have given fantastic service. Straight to the point and given us highly relevant candidates.
David Morris CEO EXNESS UK

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