Director of Fintech

Riyadh - Saudi Arabia

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 4 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

To lead and oversee HSs efforts to use technology in order to drive the development and implementation of financial technology solutions to enhance financial processes customer transactions and overall business efficiency.

Fintech

Develop and execute Hungerstations financial technology strategy in alignment with business growth digital transformation and customer experience objectives.
Lead the design and implementation of scalable fintech solutions to support high-volume transactions across customers merchants riders and internal finance operations.
Drive innovation in payment systems digital wallets refunds settlements and reconciliation processes to ensure speed accuracy and reliability.
Partner closely with Product Engineering Data Operations and Finance teams to embed fintech solutions seamlessly into Hungerstations platform and operational workflows.
Ensure full compliance with Saudi regulatory requirements (SAMA ZATCA VAT data protection) and Delivery Hero group policies while proactively managing fintech-related risks and controls.
Oversee fraud detection transaction monitoring and cybersecurity measures related to financial systems and digital payments.
Own and manage the fintech budget ensuring cost efficiency ROI optimization and sustainable investment in new technologies and partnerships.
Analyze financial and transaction data to identify trends revenue opportunities cost optimization areas and system performance improvements.
Prepare executive-level financial technology reports and dashboards providing insights on transaction performance risk exposure and innovation impact.
Lead and develop a high-performing fintech team fostering a culture of ownership innovation and continuous improvement in line with Hungerstations leadership principles.
Stay ahead of emerging fintech trends (open banking embedded finance BNPL digital wallets AI-driven fraud prevention) and assess their relevance to Hungerstations ecosystem.
Build and manage strategic relationships with banks payment providers fintech startups and regulatory bodies to strengthen Hungerstations financial infrastructure.
Support business expansion initiatives by enabling new financial products and services for merchants and customers (e.g. faster settlements flexible payment options and value-added financial tools).

Strategy & Planning

Contribute to the development and execution of the Divisions ABCs and OKRs while ensuring alignment with other Functions heads.
Make critical decisions that support the Divisions strategic and tactical direction.
Establish the plans for the respective functions/teams and provide inputs that support the Divisions goals and objectives.
Distribute tactical responsibilities effectively to potential leaders in the Division to improve the succession readiness of the organization over time.
Measure and track relevant OKRs and metrics to ensure the achievement of goals and take corrective actions when necessary.

Governance and Resilience

Follow all relevant policies procedures and processes for the daily work to be carried out in a controlled and consistent manner.
Contribute to the identification of opportunities for continuous improvement of processes and practices to enhance effectiveness.
Uphold a high-performance working environment and promote HSs Values.

People Management

Set performance objectives provide necessary support evaluate direct reports and provide regular feedback on performance.
Participate in the identification and recruitment of key talents for the function.
Provide clear direction prioritize tasks assign and delegate responsibility and monitor the workflow.
Provide opportunities for team members to suggest participate in and contribute to improvement innovation and knowledge-sharing initiatives.

Budget Management

Manage and own the budgeting cycle and provide input to the budgeting process.
Ensure effective utilization of the functions budget and report accurately on progress and challenges.
Investigate and propose implementing strategies that result in a positive financial impact for HS.
Manage the reporting departments effectively within budget and report accurately on progress made and challenges encountered.
Formulate strategies that result in a positive financial impact for HS and aim to mitigate financial and operational risks.

Qualifications :

Knowledge and Experience

10 - 12 years of relevant experience.

Education and Certifications

Bachelors degree in finance Fintech or a related field.
Masters degree is Preferred.

Remote Work :

Employment Type :

Full-time

Fintech

Develop and execute Hungerstations financial technology strategy in alignment with business growth digital transformation and customer experience objectives.
Lead the design and implementation of scalable fintech solutions to support high-volume transactions across customers merchants riders and internal finance operations.
Drive innovation in payment systems digital wallets refunds settlements and reconciliation processes to ensure speed accuracy and reliability.
Partner closely with Product Engineering Data Operations and Finance teams to embed fintech solutions seamlessly into Hungerstations platform and operational workflows.
Ensure full compliance with Saudi regulatory requirements (SAMA ZATCA VAT data protection) and Delivery Hero group policies while proactively managing fintech-related risks and controls.
Oversee fraud detection transaction monitoring and cybersecurity measures related to financial systems and digital payments.
Own and manage the fintech budget ensuring cost efficiency ROI optimization and sustainable investment in new technologies and partnerships.
Analyze financial and transaction data to identify trends revenue opportunities cost optimization areas and system performance improvements.
Prepare executive-level financial technology reports and dashboards providing insights on transaction performance risk exposure and innovation impact.
Lead and develop a high-performing fintech team fostering a culture of ownership innovation and continuous improvement in line with Hungerstations leadership principles.
Stay ahead of emerging fintech trends (open banking embedded finance BNPL digital wallets AI-driven fraud prevention) and assess their relevance to Hungerstations ecosystem.
Build and manage strategic relationships with banks payment providers fintech startups and regulatory bodies to strengthen Hungerstations financial infrastructure.
Support business expansion initiatives by enabling new financial products and services for merchants and customers (e.g. faster settlements flexible payment options and value-added financial tools).

Strategy & Planning

Contribute to the development and execution of the Divisions ABCs and OKRs while ensuring alignment with other Functions heads.
Make critical decisions that support the Divisions strategic and tactical direction.
Establish the plans for the respective functions/teams and provide inputs that support the Divisions goals and objectives.
Distribute tactical responsibilities effectively to potential leaders in the Division to improve the succession readiness of the organization over time.
Measure and track relevant OKRs and metrics to ensure the achievement of goals and take corrective actions when necessary.

Governance and Resilience

Follow all relevant policies procedures and processes for the daily work to be carried out in a controlled and consistent manner.
Contribute to the identification of opportunities for continuous improvement of processes and practices to enhance effectiveness.
Uphold a high-performance working environment and promote HSs Values.

People Management

Set performance objectives provide necessary support evaluate direct reports and provide regular feedback on performance.
Participate in the identification and recruitment of key talents for the function.
Provide clear direction prioritize tasks assign and delegate responsibility and monitor the workflow.
Provide opportunities for team members to suggest participate in and contribute to improvement innovation and knowledge-sharing initiatives.

Budget Management

Manage and own the budgeting cycle and provide input to the budgeting process.
Ensure effective utilization of the functions budget and report accurately on progress and challenges.
Investigate and propose implementing strategies that result in a positive financial impact for HS.
Manage the reporting departments effectively within budget and report accurately on progress made and challenges encountered.
Formulate strategies that result in a positive financial impact for HS and aim to mitigate financial and operational risks.

Qualifications :

Knowledge and Experience

10 - 12 years of relevant experience.

Education and Certifications

Bachelors degree in finance Fintech or a related field.
Masters degree is Preferred.

Remote Work :

Employment Type :

Full-time

Key Skills

Crisis Management
Marketing
Public Relations
Fundraising
Media Relations
Constant Contact
Strategic Planning
Social Media Management
Team Management
Public Speaking
Wordpress
Writing Skills

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