Head of Business Banking Product

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Requirements:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Business, Finance, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Proven experience 10+ in fintech, product management, and business banking, preferably in the Nigerian or African market or emerging markets
• Strong understanding of core payment systems, financial technologies, and digital banking platforms.
• Track record of successfully launching and scaling financial products and services.
• Excellent strategic thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and inspire cross-functional teams.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience with regulatory compliance in the financial services industry.
• Flexibility to adapt to a fast-paced and evolving business environment.
• Passion for driving financial inclusion and making a positive impact on businesses and communities.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute a comprehensive product strategy that aligns with the company's vision of becoming a leading business bank.
• Leverage fintech knowledge and industry insights to drive product innovation and digital transformation.
• Lead the expansion of our product portfolio to include business banking services such as deposits, lending, trade finance, and other financial solutions tailored to meet the needs of small and medium-sized businesses.
• Oversee the enhancement and maintenance of our core payment systems, including POS terminals, to ensure seamless and secure transactions for our customers.
• Conduct market research and competitive analysis to understand customer preferences, identify market gaps, and inform product development decisions.
• Champion a customer-centric approach to product development, ensuring that all initiatives are focused on delivering value and an exceptional user experience to our merchant and business customers.
• Collaborate closely with engineering, design, marketing, and operations teams to deliver new products and features in a timely manner.
• Stay updated on relevant financial regulations and ensure that our products and services adhere to all compliance requirements.
• Define key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics to track the success of new product launches and overall product performance.
• Build and lead a high-performing product team, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Despite all of the above superpowers, you have no chip on the shoulder & are fun to work with.