Strategic Operations Manager - Turkey Istanbul

Nodi; Fatih; On-site; TRY 550,000 - 950,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexibility in hours

Fintech environment

Referral bonus program

Work From Anywhere

Job summary

dLocal is seeking a Strategic Operations Manager in Turkey to drive operational excellence, scale processes, and support strategic initiatives across the organization. You will partner with senior leadership, optimize workflows, manage cross-functional projects, and monitor KPIs to deliver measurable impact while navigating regulatory requirements.

This role requires 5+ years in operations or strategy, experience in Payments/Fintech, and strong analytical skills; travel and English fluency are

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, operations, or related field (MBA preferred).
• Minimum 5 years in operations, strategy, or related roles.
• Experience in Payments, Fintechs, or Digital Banking.
• Knowledge of Legal, Finance, Product, IT functions.
• Proven track record delivering large projects in fast-paced settings.
• Strong data-driven decision making and analytical skills.
• Willingness to travel and work across time zones.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with senior leadership to define and implement operational strategies.
• Analyze processes to identify inefficiencies and scalability improvements.
• Develop and track KPIs to monitor performance across teams.
• Manage partner negotiations and relationships with local acquirers.
• Lead cross-functional projects with clear communication and timely delivery.
• Champion change initiatives and drive adoption across the company.
• Conduct market and regulatory analysis to inform operations.
• Identify risks and develop mitigation plans to minimize impact.
• Serve as a regional expert and support Sales and Ops teams with insights.

Skills

Operations leadership

Strategy

Data analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

English fluency

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Related field

MBA or advanced degree

Tools

Excel

Asana or Trello

Tableau or Power BI

Job description

Why Join dLocal?

dLocal is the financial infrastructure powering global commerce in the world's fastest-growing markets. The biggest companies in the world trust us to unlock growth in 60+ countries across emerging markets—moving money where others see complexity. We don't just process payments; we are architects of payment ecosystems and partners in our customers' expansion. You'll work alongside 1,300+ teammates from 40+ nationalities and tackle global challenges from day one.

What's the opportunity?

We are seeking a dynamic and results-driven Strategic Operations Manager in Turkey to join our team. This individual will play a pivotal role in driving operational efficiency, scaling processes, and supporting strategic initiatives across the organization. The ideal candidate is a strategic thinker, detail-oriented executor, and skilled collaborator passionate about delivering impactful outcomes.

What will I be doing?

• Collaborate with senior leadership to define and implement operational strategies aligned with company goals.
• Analyze current processes and systems to identify inefficiencies and drive improvements for scalability and efficiency.
• Develop and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to monitor and improve team and organizational performance.
• Manage relations and negotiations with partners and local acquirers.
• Lead cross-functional projects, ensuring alignment, clear communication, and timely delivery of results.
• Champion change initiatives by effectively communicating their value, addressing resistance, and ensuring successful adoption.
• Conduct competitive and market analysis to inform operational decisions and identify growth as a liaison between departments to ensure cohesive and coordinated execution of company initiatives.
• Identify potential risks in operations and develop mitigation strategies to minimize impact.
• Stay on top of local regulatory/licensing requirements and how it impacts our business.
• Evaluate and recommend tools or systems that enhance operational efficiency and support strategic goals.
• Work closely with the rest of the company to make their life easier, by providing the information they may need, such as transaction information, feedback from our local providers, and analysis of the current issues that may be affecting our clients and our local processes.
• Maintain personal networks, participate in professional organizations, and attend conferences and industry events. Help our Sales and Ops team as a regional expert.

What skills do I need?

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Operations Management, or a related field (MBA or advanced degree preferred).
• Minimum of 5 years in operations management, strategy, or a related role
• Experience in the Payments Industry, Fintechs, and Digital Banks
• Familiarity with all business functions including Legal, Finance, Product, and IT
• Proven ability to manage large-scale projects and deliver results in a fast-paced environment, with a track record of top performance.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a data-driven approach to decision-making.
• Proficiency in operational tools such as Excel, project management software (e.g., Asana, Trello), and data visualization platforms (e.g., Tableau, Power BI).
• Open to constant change in an ambiguous, fast-paced environment, a self-starter, open to working across time zones with teams all over the world
• Fluent in written and verbal English
• Availability to travel
• Ability to establish a relevant business network

What do we offer?

Besides the tailored benefits we have for each country, dLocal will help you thrive and go that extra mile by offering you:

• Flexibility in how you work: We focus on impact and productivity over fixed hours. This means our teams have flexible schedules and, depending on your role and location, you will combine self‑managed focus time with moments of in‑person connection in our collaboration hubs.
• Fintech industry: work in a dynamic and ever‑evolving environment, with plenty to build and boost your creativity.
• Referral bonus program: our internal talents are the best recruiters - refer someone ideal for a role and get rewarded.
• Work From Anywhere: Team members can work while traveling for up to 3 months every year.

What happens after you apply?

Our Talent Acquisition team is invested in creating the best candidate experience possible, so don’t worry, you will definitely hear from us. We will review your CV and keep you posted by email at every step of the process!