3h ago
Strategic Partnerships Lead
South Africa
โจ $130k-$180k / yearest.
full-timesenior Remote
๐ผ About This Role
You'll lead strategic partnerships with banks that serve as both distribution partners and balance sheet providers, driving a step-change from mobile-money-led to bank-led model. You will structure deals, manage executive relationships, and ensure portfolio growth and risk outcomes are met.
๐ฏ What You'll Do
- Build senior executive relationships across partner banks
- Lead end-to-end design and rollout of bank-led distribution propositions
- Structure commercial, credit, risk, and operating constructs for partnerships
- Monitor portfolio performance and drive actions with bank leadership
๐ Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Economics, or Accounting
- Significant senior experience in banking or financial services
- Deep understanding of credit risk and lending dynamics
- Track record of executing product launches or partnerships at scale with a bank
โจ Nice to Have
- 6โ8+ years progressive experience in banking or fintech-bank partnerships
- Experience structuring lending, digital banking, or embedded finance products
๐ Benefits & Perks
- ๐ค Collaborative environment with smart people
- ๐ Impactful work for social good
- ๐ Continuous learning and growth support
- ๐ Remote-first flexible work practices
- ๐ Autonomy and empowerment to lead
๐จ Hiring Process
Estimated timeline: 3-5 weeks ยท AI estimate
- 1Recruiter Screenยท 30 min
- 2Hiring Manager Interviewยท 45 min
- 3Technical/Case Interviewยท 60 min
- 4Executive Interviewยท 45 min
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