Pepperstone has strengthened its regional leadership team with the appointment of Osama Hamdan as Head of Sales – Middle East, supporting the global broker’s continued expansion across the GCC and wider MENA region.
Hamdan joins Pepperstone following more than five years at XTB, where he most recently served as Director of Business Development. During his time with the company, he developed extensive experience in sales leadership, client acquisition, business development, and financial markets across the Middle East. His professional background also includes senior commercial positions at Axi and ADSS.
In his new position, Hamdan will lead Pepperstone’s regional sales strategy, with a focus on expanding business development activities, attracting new clients, strengthening existing relationships, and building strategic partnerships throughout the Middle East.
Announcing the move, Hamdan expressed his appreciation for the opportunities, experiences, and professional relationships he developed during his time at XTB. He noted that leaving a company that played an important role in his career was not an easy decision and wished his former colleagues continued success.
Commenting on his new chapter, Hamdan highlighted Pepperstone’s international reputation for prioritising traders through innovative technology, competitive trading conditions, and high-quality client service. He also expressed enthusiasm about working with clients and partners as the company continues to expand its presence across the Middle East.
Marc Boever, Head of EMEA at Pepperstone, described the Middle East as one of the company’s most dynamic and strategically important regions. He said that Hamdan’s industry experience, commercial expertise, and knowledge of regional markets would support Pepperstone’s efforts to deepen client relationships and accelerate its growth across MENA.
The appointment comes as Pepperstone continues to invest in its UAE and Middle East operations. The company has expanded its presence through a Dubai office and a UAE Category 5 licence, alongside its existing Dubai Financial Services Authority-regulated entity.
Founded in 2010, Pepperstone provides access to global financial markets through trading products that include foreign exchange, indices, commodities, shares, and cryptocurrencies. According to the company, Pepperstone serves more than 900,000 traders and operates 12 offices globally.
Hamdan’s appointment reflects Pepperstone’s long-term commitment to building experienced local leadership and expanding its relationships with traders, partners, and financial-market professionals across the Middle East.
