MEA Country Growth Lead, Merchant Acquiring

Ant Group; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services company seeks a Country Business Lead to drive its merchant acquiring business in the Middle East. The role involves collaborating with partners, monitoring market trends, and establishing key performance indicators to measure success. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or Finance and significant experience in business development and merchant acquiring. Fluency in English is required, with Arabic as an advantage. This position is based in Dubai, UAE.

Qualifications

• Proven track record of success in driving business growth and profitability.
• Deep understanding of the Middle East market and regulatory environment.
• Fluency in English is mandatory; Arabic knowledge is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee merchant acquiring business in Middle East.
• Collaborate with local partners to enhance competitive channels.
• Monitor market trends and competitor activities for growth opportunities.
• Build strong relationships with stakeholders including merchants and partners.
• Drive cross-functional collaboration for business strategies execution.
• Develop key performance indicators for success measurement.

Skills

Business development

Merchant acquiring

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Relationships building

Market understanding

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, or related field

Job description

A leading financial services company seeks a Country Business Lead to drive its merchant acquiring business in the Middle East. The role involves collaborating with partners, monitoring market trends, and establishing key performance indicators to measure success. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or Finance and significant experience in business development and merchant acquiring. Fluency in English is required, with Arabic as an advantage. This position is based in Dubai, UAE.