Country ManagerHead Of Sales

Country Manager/Head of Sales (Fintech/Payments)

Our client a fintech pioneer is reshaping the financial landscape with a vision to simplify payments for endless possibilities. Since their inception in 2016 they have become a driving force in Africas fintech space connecting millions worldwide through secure and seamless digital payment solutions. Our client has since processed an impressive $23 billion worth of transactions across 35 countries in Africa for companies including Microsoft Twitter and Uber. A groundbreaking February 2022 funding round that valued the company at an astounding $3 billion solidified their position as Africas most valuable startup. Join their dynamic team and be part of a global movement thats revolutionizing the future of finance. At our clients company innovation inclusivity and excellence are the cornerstones of their culture where your work will have a meaningful impact on millions of lives and businesses.

Role overview

As the Country Manager you will be at the helm of our clients operations in Senegal.

This role requires a visionary leader with at least 15 years of experience in sales along with a profound understanding of the payments industry. The ideal candidate will have a background in fintech or banking sectors and be adept at driving growth and maximizing market potential.

Job Type: Full Time

Location: Senegal

Requirements

• A minimum of 15 years of professional experience in sales with significant leadership roles.

• Proven experience in the payment industry fintech or banking is essential.

• Strong understanding of business functions such as HR Finance marketing etc.

• Demonstrable competency in strategic planning and business development.

• Aptitude in decisionmaking and problemsolving.

• Excellent organizational and leadership abilities.

• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills.

• Bachelors degree in Business Administration Finance or relevant field; MBA preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic plans to expand our clients customer base and ensure its strong presence in the country.

• Lead and motivate a highperforming team to advance employee engagement and develop a high performing managerial team.

• Oversee all operations and business activities to ensure they produce the desired results and are consistent with the overall strategy and mission.

• Build trusted relationships with key partners clients and stakeholders and act as a point of contact for important shareholders.

• Analyze problematic situations and occurrences and provide solutions to ensure company survival and growth.

• Monitor financial performance to ensure the company achieves its financial goals and manage budgets to maximize profitability.

• Maintain a deep knowledge of the markets and industry of the company.

Remote Work :

No