US Country Head

Wahed; Oregon; Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

Wahed, a global fintech offering Shariah-compliant investing, seeks a Country Head to lead growth in the United States. You will shape strategy, drive market share, and oversee multi-department initiatives to launch new products and features.

You will build relationships with regulators, partners, and experts, analyze market trends, and report performance to the C-suite with metrics on acquisition and product usage.

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience in the financial services industry, with a focus on fintech, investment management, or related field.
• Proven track record of successfully launching and scaling operations in new and existing markets.
• Strong project management skills, with the ability to prioritise and execute multiple initiatives simultaneously.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Demonstrated leadership abilities, with experience managing teams across multiple functions.
• Strong analytical skills, with the ability to interpret data and identify trends.
• Understanding of local regulatory requirements and market dynamics in the financial services industry.
• Bachelor's degree in business, finance, or related field; MBA or other advanced degree preferred.
• Knowledge of Shariah-compliant investing and Islamic finance is preferred.
• Experience working and leading a diverse team of professionals.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a strategic plan for the country that aligns with Wahed's overall objectives.
• Drive growth by increasing market share, expanding our customer base, and identifying new revenue streams.
• Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including regulators, partners, and industry experts.
• Oversee the launch of new products and features, working closely with cross-functional teams to ensure successful implementation.
• Analyse market trends and customer feedback to identify opportunities for improvement and innovation.
• Manage a team of professionals across multiple departments, providing leadership, guidance, and support to achieve business goals.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and company policies.
• Provide regular reports to the c-suite on the performance of the country's operations, including financial metrics, customer acquisition, and product usage.

Skills

Financial services

Fintech

Leadership

Project management

Strategic planning

Communication

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in business, finance, or related field

MBA or other advanced degree preferred

Job description

About Wahed:The global financial system wasn't built for everyone. For millions of people, its reliance on interest (riba) creates a barrier to managing money and building wealth without compromising their values.At Wahed, we're changing that. We are a global fintech company on a mission to build a new financial system — one that is ethical, accessible, and entirely interest-free. From our offices across the globe, our team is building products that were once deemed impossible: from pioneering Shariah-compliant equity ETFs, to true riba-free alternatives to high-yield savings accounts, to no-leverage, income-producing real estate investments. If you're driven to solve complex problems and believe finance should empower, not exclude, join us in building a more equitable financial future.

Job Brief:

Wahed is seeking an experienced Country Head to lead the growth of our operations in the US. The ideal candidate will be responsible for developing and executing a strategic plan to increase our market share, expand our customer base, and grow our product offerings in the region. Additionally, this role requires a strong focus on project management and cross-functional collaboration to ensure the successful implementation of new initiatives.

Job Description:

• Develop and execute a strategic plan for the country that aligns with Wahed's overall objectives.
• Drive growth by increasing market share, expanding our customer base, and identifying new revenue streams.
• Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including regulators, partners, and industry experts.
• Oversee the launch of new products and features, working closely with cross-functional teams to ensure successful implementation.
• Analyse market trends and customer feedback to identify opportunities for improvement and innovation.
• Manage a team of professionals across multiple departments, providing leadership, guidance, and support to achieve business goals.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and company policies.
• Provide regular reports to the c-suite on the performance of the country's operations, including financial metrics, customer acquisition, and product usage.

Job Specification:

• Demonstrable experience in the financial services industry, with a focus on fintech, investment management, or related field.
• Proven track record of successfully launching and scaling operations in new and existing markets.
• Strong project management skills, with the ability to prioritise and execute multiple initiatives simultaneously.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Demonstrated leadership abilities, with experience managing teams across multiple functions.
• Strong analytical skills, with the ability to interpret data and identify trends.
• Understanding of local regulatory requirements and market dynamics in the financial services industry.
• Bachelor's degree in business, finance, or related field; MBA or other advanced degree preferred.
• Knowledge of Shariah-compliant investing and Islamic finance is preferred.
• Experience working and leading a diverse team of professionals.