Africa Partnerships & Market Expansion Lead

Dlocal; Cape Town; Remote; ZAR 800 000 - 1 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading payment solutions provider is seeking a dynamic professional to manage partnerships and operations in Southern Africa. This role involves strategic relationship building with banks and acquirers, negotiating commercial agreements, and ensuring compliance in a fast-paced environment. Ideal candidates should have over 8 years of experience in payments or financial services, with a strong network within the financial ecosystem. The position offers remote work flexibility and various benefits including learning opportunities.

Benefits

Flexible schedules

Remote work options

Learning & development opportunities

Referral bonus program

Social budget for team activities

Language classes

Qualifications

• 8+ years' experience in payments, fintech, or financial services.
• Proven success in building partnerships and executing commercial agreements.
• Comfortable in fast-changing, ambiguous environments.

Responsibilities

• Identify and cultivate relationships with partners and banks.
• Negotiate and execute commercial partnerships.
• Ensure compliance with regulations.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Relationship management

Strategic thinking

Cross-functional collaboration

Knowledge of the African market

Job description

A leading payment solutions provider is seeking a dynamic professional to manage partnerships and operations in Southern Africa. This role involves strategic relationship building with banks and acquirers, negotiating commercial agreements, and ensuring compliance in a fast-paced environment. Ideal candidates should have over 8 years of experience in payments or financial services, with a strong network within the financial ecosystem. The position offers remote work flexibility and various benefits including learning opportunities.