Head of Sales for the Payments Business, driving growth and client acquisition at a European FinTech firm. Leading strategy alignment with regulatory frameworks and risk management.
Responsibilities
Lead, coach, and motivate Business Development Partners to meet revenue and growth targets, aligned with the Bank’s commercial and risk strategies
Drive new client acquisition and manage key institutional relationships, engaging senior stakeholders to close deals and sustain long-term partnerships
Define and execute the Payments Business growth plan, focusing on priority sectors and jurisdictions, and identify and convert high-value opportunities
Oversee the full client lifecycle—from lead generation and due diligence through onboarding and ongoing relationship management—ensuring efficiency and client satisfaction
Develop and maintain scalable sales and pricing processes, and ensure accurate CRM data, forecasts, and team KPIs
Collaborate with Compliance and Risk teams to ensure all business aligns with AML/CFT and regulatory frameworks and support continuous enhancement of the Customer Acceptance Policy and Business Risk Assessment
Identify and implement process improvements to speed onboarding, strengthen controls, and enhance service delivery
Analyse market, regulatory, and competitor trends to refine sales strategy, product offering, and market positioning
Requirements
8+ years in institutional financial services sales, ideally in Payments or Transaction Banking
Proven experience leading sales teams and closing complex B2B deals
Strong understanding of PSD2, MiCA, AMLD, and related EU regulations
Commercially driven, with balanced awareness of risk and compliance
Experience in regulated high-risk sectors is an asset
Fluent in English (other EU languages an asset)
Benefits
A Truly Global Workplace – work with professionals from 40+ nationalities, bringing diverse expertise, perspectives, and a collaborative international culture
Hybrid & Flexible Work – we support work-life balance with remote work options and modern office spaces across Europe
A Culture of Growth – we invest in your future, offering LinkedIn Learning, mentorship, and professional development programmes, including HiPo and leadership development initiatives to support career advancement
Financial Growth Opportunities – benefit from our share purchase matching programme, allowing you to invest in your future with matched contributions and long-term financial rewards
Workation Programme – work remotely from different countries for up to 2 months per year, experiencing new cultures while staying connected and productive
Wellbeing Benefit – receive an annual allowance to support your physical and mental wellbeing
Private Health Insurance – access comprehensive medical coverage to support your health
Weekly Office Breakfast – enjoy a fresh start with breakfast at the office
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