Fintech Business Development Leader

5 days ago


Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa Vodafone Full time

Vodacom's commitment to empowering individuals and communities has led us to create innovative financial solutions for Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs). As part of our broader Financial Services team, we are seeking an experienced leader to oversee our Unsecured Lending Business Term Advance product. This individual will be responsible for guiding the product's value chain, driving client insights, and ensuring accountability for profitability and overall performance.

We are looking for a skilled professional with a strong background in Product development and a passion for driving business growth. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in managing Business Lending products, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and navigating the complex fintech lending industry. They should also possess a deep understanding of regulatory requirements and be able to provide valuable insights to the broader team.

As a member of our team, you will have access to a competitive benefits package, including retirement funds, risk benefits, and medical aid benefits. You will also enjoy exclusive staff discounts in partnership with other companies. Join us in shaping the future of financial services and making a lasting impact on the lives of SMEs.

Main Responsibilities
  • Manage Business Term Advance product day-to-day to deliver desired outcomes and profitability;
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to scale the product and achieve year-on-year growth targets;
  • Owning the execution of the Unsecured Business Lending marketplace;
  • Developing new features to elevate the VodaLend business value proposition and achieve necessary scale;
  • Negotiating commercial positions with third-party product partners;
  • Providing valuable insights to the broader team on industry trends and innovations within Business Lending and Fintech;
  • Daily, weekly, and monthly product performance reports and occasional presentations to senior management.
Requirements

Must Have Technical/Professional Qualifications:

  • A relevant 3- or 4-year Business degree is essential;
  • A minimum of 8 years' experience in Product development is required;
  • Fintech or Business Lending experience is preferred.

Core Competencies, Knowledge, and Experience:

  • Prior experience in designing and developing Business Lending products is essential;
  • A deep understanding of the fast-paced fintech lending industry is crucial;
  • An awareness of regulatory requirements is vital.


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