SVP - Head of Digital Ecosystem & Partnerships
Client of Tandem Search
Posted on 10 Sep
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Vacancy
1 Vacancy
Job Description
Roles & Responsibilities
Lead the end-to-end lifecycle of strategic partnerships: market scanning, opportunity assessment, negotiation, execution, and relationship management.
- Develop and execute a cohesive expansion and acceleration strategy aligned with business objectives and market needs.
- Co-create and commercialize partner-enabled or co-developed propositions with cross-functional teams (product, technology, marketing, compliance, and operations).
- Drive adoption and scaling of new products and services through partnerships, with a focus on accelerating market penetration and profitability.
- Continuously monitor emerging trends, disruptive business models, and ecosystem opportunities to inform the innovation roadmap, particularly in BaaS/PaaS and digital ecosystems.
- Establish and maintain alliances with fintechs, startups, accelerators, technology vendors, and ecosystem partners to access cutting-edge capabilities.
- Act as a senior representative for the partnerships and innovation agenda, actively engaging in industry forums, conferences, and events.
- Build and lead a high-performing team of experts, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and performance excellence.
- Ensure robust governance, performance tracking, and KPI management for all partnership initiatives.
Desired Candidate Profile
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15 20 years of experience in strategic partnerships, business development, or growth/acceleration strategy within top-tier financial institutions, fintechs, or consulting firms.
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Proven track record of identifying, executing, and scaling high-impact partnerships leading to measurable business outcomes.
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Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to inspire and influence cross-functional teams and senior executives.
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Deep understanding of banking products, fintech innovation, digital ecosystems, and emerging technologies.
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Strategic thinker with strong analytical and problem-solving skills, capable of making data-driven decisions.
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Experience with agile methodologies, design thinking, and rapid prototyping.
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Passion for innovation, ecosystem building, and continuous learning.
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Client of Tandem Search
A leading financial institution in the MENA region, operating with the mindset of a challenger, innovator, and startup. With a legacy of over half a century, the organisation continues to pioneer key innovations in banking and financial services while remaining deeply customer-centric. Its mission is to empower clients to achieve their vision of success, driving growth for shareholders and contributing to communities through responsible banking.
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