New Markets Manager for Business Lending

Job description

I am looking for an experienced New Markets Manager who, to join my clients SME team.

As a New Markets Manager you will be responsible for the opening of new markets for our business lending operations.

If you are highly motivated, result-oriented and looking to be part of an exciting, thriving organisation then you might just be the one we’re looking for.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the new market expansion efforts of the Business across multiple countries in the Europe and APAC regions
• Conduct market research studies to determine the potential of new markets
• Work with the legal department to assess the legal and regulatory environment of target countries
• Identify local credit data providers and work with our Risk team to select the best mix of data to use for underwriting decisions
• Convert local business needs into clear, executable IT requirements
• Negotiate deals with local service providers
• Drive new country launches forward on schedule while creatively overcoming the obstacles that inevitably come up
• Identify local partnerships possibilities and help execute plans to develop those partnerships

Expected skills and experience:

• Degree in Business Administration/Financial Management/Economics/Marketing or similar degree to understand complex and multi level business lending dynamics
• 8 + years of working experience in business lending area
• Experience and proven track record on opening new countries/markets for business.
• Strong understanding of business processes and how these intertwine with IT
• Excellent interpersonal skills and entrepreneur mindset
• Demonstrated ability to be self-directed, motivated and take initiative
• Strong business acumen and analytical skills – Complex problem-solving skills
• Strong personality with the ability to handle stress and various tasks at the same time
• Good written, oral and reading communication skills with English – company’s working language is English
• Ability to travel regularly

Desirable Skills

• Experience in fintech or financial services
• Experience creating IT requirements for business processes
• Business analyst background is a plus
• International cross-border business experience
• Project management experience

Offer:

• Attractive compensation package
• Possibilities of career development
• Different training programs to support your personal and professional development
• Work in a fast growing, international finance company
• Friendly atmosphere and supportive team