Employee retention and the development of personnel and a company culture stand as some of the most important attributes of any business. Exness takes these goals seriously, which are outlined at length by Fuad Karimov, the company's Chief People Officer in a full-length interview. Finance Magnates spoke to Mr. Karimov for his perspective on what sets Exness apart from other companies.

How do you invest in the professional development of your employees and help them grow within the company?

Growth is a two-way street. We invest heavily in our people, but we also expect them to take charge of their careers. If you wait for someone to hand you opportunities, you’ll be waiting forever. That’s not how things work at Exness.

Every employee has access to global learning platforms like Degreed, Udemy, and Coursera, along with a hefty budget for specialized training. But beyond that, we offer real, personalized support. For example, our Learning & Development team provides career consultations where employees can identify their opportunities, map out their next steps and get guidance on how to reach them.

Leadership development is also a key focus—through mentorship, coaching, and tailored programs, we help our rising stars transition into management roles. And for our top talents, we go even further, partnering with institutions like Stanford Business School and MIT to provide world-class leadership training.

How do you foster a culture of trust and encourage open communication and collaboration?

Trust and transparency are built and lived through action. We hold regular town halls with the CEO and top management, encourage direct and honest conversations, and create an environment where people aren’t afraid to speak up, challenge ideas, or take calculated risks.

Take failures… It’s part of the game. We don’t punish people for making mistakes—we expect them to learn from them and come back stronger. That mindset fuels boldness and keeps us ahead of the curve.

We also believe in real feedback, not the sugar-coated kind. At every level, we promote open, constructive discussions that help people grow while keeping us accountable. Anyone can knock on my door, for example, and come up with any topic he would like to discuss. We encourage this environment top-down, starting from our CEO.

How does Exness support employee well-being and work-life balance?

Work-life balance is one of the most overused phrases in corporate culture. The reality? In high-performance environments, balance is personal and it’s about finding what works for you.

We don’t believe in rigid structures. While we’re an office-first company, we try our best to give our people the autonomy to manage their own time. We also create spaces where work feels energizing, not exhausting. Our offices are designed for both deep focus and relaxation, with lounges, quiet zones, and on-site sports facilities.

Our employees also get top-tier private health insurance, allowances for medical and sports activities, and access to additional wellness benefits. We invest in their well-being because a team that feels good performs even better.

Sure, there are always problems that exist, but we are always open to listen to people and do better.

What benefits do Exness employees enjoy? Are there any unique perks that set you apart from other employers?

We believe that great work deserves great rewards. In Cyprus, every Exness employee gets a company car, full health insurance, and access to benefits from day one—no waiting periods. We take care of families too, covering private school tuition for employees’ children. We are offering full relocation support, including housing and work visa assistance. And we have a team that consults our employees on immigration issues, facilitates it. We want our people to focus on what they do best, not stress about the rest.

Ultimately, it’s not about throwing perks at employees. We’re building an environment where they can focus on growth, both professionally and personally. That’s what sets us apart.

How do you measure employee satisfaction and engagement? Have you implemented any changes based on employee feedback?

Regularly we conduct pulse surveys and deep-dive engagement assessments to get direct, unfiltered feedback from our people. And then we act on it.

Over the years, we’ve made real changes based on what our employees tell us. Whether it’s refining career development programs, improving work policies, or adjusting benefits, we don’t just listen—we respond. That’s why Exness was named Best Place to Work globally in 2024 and has held the title in Cyprus for three years in a row. Our 97% employee satisfaction rate is remarkable and it’s the result of constantly evolving to meet our team’s needs.

What makes Exness stand out as an employer of choice—both globally and in Cyprus?

We don’t want to be just another corporate machine. We don’t believe in hierarchy for the sake of hierarchy, and we don’t do pointless bureaucracy. We hire smart, driven people and give them the space to do what they do best.

What really sets us apart is our no-nonsense, high-reward culture. We don’t promise easy careers—we promise meaningful ones. If you’re ambitious, hungry to grow, and ready to push boundaries, you’ll thrive here.

In Cyprus, we stand out because we take care of our people beyond the workplace. We invest not just in their careers but in their families, lifestyles, and long-term success. We build futures, not just job titles.

That’s why the best talent choose Exness—and why they stay.

Source: Finance Magnates