Managing Director UK

Billhop AB; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 60,000 - 100,000

Job description

Billhop is hiring! This role is for Billhop’s UK entity. We are looking for someone who will drive business growth, ensure strong governance, and foster a high-performance culture while maintaining a client-centric and compliant operational framework.

Please note: Although the role is fully remote, you must be based in the UK and have the right to work in the UK. We do not offer sponsorship.

About Billhop

We are a people-centric fintech company offering a dynamic, high-performance environment where collaboration, ownership, and trust are at the core of everything we do.

We take pride in our diverse and talented team, committed to developing our pioneering card-to-account solution. We continuously challenge one another to innovate and push the boundaries of technology. Together, we are dedicated to delivering a cutting-edge product to the market, ensuring our clients benefit from seamless payments on a global scale.

Through our unorthodox buyer funded approach we bridge the card acceptance gap that the B2B space faces, enabling the financial fluidity that businesses gain by optimising cash flow through card payments.

The Role

Strategic Leadership

• Develop and implement the company’s strategic plan to achieve business objectives and long-term sustainability.
• Identify new business opportunities, partnerships, and revenue streams within the FSI sector and others.
• Lead market expansion efforts while ensuring compliance with industry regulations.
• Align business goals with regulatory expectations and emerging market trends.

Operational Excellence

• Oversee day-to-day operations, ensuring efficiency, scalability, and adherence to best practices.
• Ensure strong governance, compliance, and risk management frameworks are embedded in all business processes.
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and financial metrics, taking corrective actions when necessary.

Leadership

• Foster a strong risk and compliance culture across the organization.
• Implement talent development and succession planning initiatives.
• Lead with integrity and promote ethical decision-making.

Stakeholder Management

• Maintain strong relationships with investors, clients, and the regulator.
• Represent the company at industry events and forums (Please note, this role may involve travelling to events).

Key Qualifications & Experience

Essential:

• Proven experience as a General Manager, Managing Director, or senior leadership role within the Financial Services Industry.
• Experience in the fintech and payments industries, with a particular focus on commercial cards or supply chain financing.
• Strong understanding of FCA regulations, compliance, and risk management frameworks.
• Experience in strategic planning, business development, and operational management.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and scale financial services businesses in a regulated environment.
• Excellent stakeholder management, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Strong financial acumen with a track record of delivering growth and profitability.
• Exceptional at communicating and collaborating with cross-functional teams, while fostering a culture of trust and teamwork.
• Although the role is fully remote, you must be based in the UK and have the right to work in the UK. Please note we do not offer sponsorship.

Desirable:

• Familiarity with emerging regulatory trends in financial services.
• Experience of leading/being involved in audits.
• Experience leading transformation or technology-driven initiatives.

Key Competencies:

• Strategic Vision
• Regulatory Acumen
• Leadership & People Management
• Decision Making
• Stakeholder Engagement
• Innovation & Change Management

Our Benefits

• A diverse and collaborative work culture.
• Competitive salary package.
• Generous annual leave: 30 days + UK public holidays.
• Private healthcare coverage.
• Fully remote work model.
• Personalised skill development fund.
• Pension plan.
• Complimentary birthday lunch to celebrate your day.