Strategic EA to CCO — Fintech & Payments

Black Pen Recruitment; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 350,000 - 500,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a commercially capable Executive Assistant for a high-growth fintech company. This pivotal role requires a proactive individual to support the Chief Commercial Officer, ensuring smooth negotiations and aligning internal teams. The ideal candidate must have proven executive experience, strong financial services knowledge, and exceptional organizational skills. If you thrive in a dynamic environment and want to make an impact, this opportunity is for you.

Qualifications

• Experience in merchant onboarding and commercial negotiations.
• Familiarity with commercial deal structures.
• Experience in coordinating international business travel is a strong advantage.

Responsibilities

• Act as the coordination point between the CCO and internal departments.
• Track negotiations and follow up on stalled discussions.
• Monitor merchant onboarding progression to ensure accountability.

Skills

Proven EA / PA experience supporting senior leadership

Experience within fintech, payments, or financial services

Strong understanding of payment flows

Strong Excel and Google Workspace capability

Ability to confidently follow up with stakeholders

Highly organised with excellent attention to detail

Comfortable in a fast-paced environment

Job description

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a commercially capable Executive Assistant for a high-growth fintech company. This pivotal role requires a proactive individual to support the Chief Commercial Officer, ensuring smooth negotiations and aligning internal teams. The ideal candidate must have proven executive experience, strong financial services knowledge, and exceptional organizational skills. If you thrive in a dynamic environment and want to make an impact, this opportunity is for you.