Head of Business Development
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Role Overview
The Head of Business Development will report to the Chief Commercial Officer.
The role leads the strategic partnerships and product development agenda.
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Company Overview
The client is a confidential Saudi financial services organisation backed by strong shareholders.
Its growth strategy focuses on expanding the lending and loans portfolio through partnerships, new products, and digital channels.
Role Summary
The Head of Business Development will report to the Chief Commercial Officer.
The role leads the strategic partnerships and product development agenda.
Key Responsibilities
- Build and scale strategic partnerships with commercial brands, platforms, banks, and organisations.
- Develop digital distribution channels by integrating lending products into partner platforms and applications.
- Lead the development, launch, and optimisation of lending and loan products.
- Drive partner-generated leads, loan conversions, revenue, and year-on-year growth.
- Expand banking partnerships and lead the team while coordinating with Product, Marketing, and Technology.
Essential Skills and Experience
- Minimum 10 years of experience across Business Development, Product Development, Product Management, or Financial Services.
- At least three years of leadership experience at Head or Senior Manager level.
- Strong experience within lending and loans.
- Proven success building and scaling strategic partnerships.
- Experience launching and developing financial products.
- Understanding of digital platforms, applications, and API integrations.
- Commercial, entrepreneurial, relationship-driven, and hands-on approach.
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