Country Manager - KSA

Pemo; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 120,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative fintech startup is seeking a dynamic Country Manager to spearhead operations in Saudi Arabia. This pivotal role involves launching and scaling the company's presence, driving revenue growth, and building a talented team. With a strong backing from top-tier investors, this position offers significant empowerment and ownership, allowing you to make impactful decisions that shape the company's future in the region. If you have a passion for fintech and a track record of success in high-growth environments, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Performance-Based Incentives

High-Impact Role

Ownership of Operations

Qualifications

• 5-7 years in strategy consulting, venture capital, or high-growth startups.
• Proven ability to scale a business and drive revenue.

Responsibilities

• Launch and scale KSA operations with full P&L ownership.
• Drive revenue growth through strategic sales initiatives.
• Build and lead a high-performing sales and customer success team.

Skills

Sales Leadership

Strategic Planning

Commercial Acumen

Regulatory Knowledge

Bilingual (Arabic & English)

Job description

About Pemo

Pemo is one of the fastest-growing fintech startups in the GCC, revolutionizing expense management and corporate spending for businesses across the Middle East. Having already established a strong presence in the UAE, we are now expanding into Saudi Arabia.

We are looking for a Country Manager - KSA

to lead our operations and drive our growth in the region. As the main representative of Pemo on the ground, you will play a pivotal role in shaping our success in KSA—building our local team, expanding our customer base, and ensuring we establish ourselves as a market leader.

Why Pemo?

Hyper-growth startup with big ambitions in the fintech space. Raised $18M+ in funding by top-tier investors, including Cherry Ventures, Augmentum Fintech, Shorooq Partners, Antler, Fintech Collective, Speedinvest, and more. Multinational, diverse team with 20+ nationalities. Empowerment & ownership—you will make real decisions that shape our future in Saudi Arabia.

What You’ll Do

• Launch & Scale KSA Operations – Set up Pemo’s presence in KSA with full P&L ownership.

• Drive Revenue Growth – Develop and execute a sales strategy to build a strong pipeline and convert key accounts.

• Build & Lead a Team – Recruit and manage a high-performing sales and customer success team.

• Own Market Strategy – Make key business decisions to establish Pemo as a market leader.

• Engage with Regulators – Ensure compliance with local regulatory requirements.

• Represent Pemo in KSA – Build partnerships and increase brand awareness.

What We’re Looking For

5-7 years of experience in strategy consulting, venture capital, or a high-growth startup. Sales leadership experience—experience mentoring and leading sales teams. Strong commercial acumen—proven ability to scale a business and drive revenue. Strategic & execution-focused—able to plan and deliver results. Deep knowledge of the Saudi market—basic familiarity with regulatory understanding. Fluent in Arabic & English—excellent communication skills.

What’s in It for You?

High-impact role with full ownership of our Saudi operations. Competitive salary & performance-based incentives.