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Head of New Product OperationsFirst Circle • Manila, Metro Manila, PH
Head of New Product Operations

Head of New Product Operations

First Circle • Manila, Metro Manila, PH
14 days ago
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Job description

First Circle is one of the fastest-growing fintech companies in the Philippines, providing financial services to under-served SMEs. We've already transformed access to credit for thousands of businesses, and now we're building a full-stack neobank offering multi-currency bank accounts, payments, FX, corporate credit cards, and payroll. As we enter this next phase of growth, we're hiring exceptional talent with a track record of excellence to join us in shaping the next chapter.

We’re looking for someone to lead operations for our new products , starting with employee salary loans and credit cards. You will be responsible for taking a new product from v1 and building it into something that delivers great value to our customers.

The ideal candidate has strong problem solving and analytical skills, is a proven operator who knows how to make things happen in reality, and knows what it is to build and manage a team of exceptional talent. You will be c omfortable working with data, eager to tackle tricky problems in ambiguous circumstances, and able to partner with other people and work with senior stakeholders.

Please note : this role will be located in the Philippines. Relocation and sponsorship is available.

Responsibilities

  • High degree of exposure to leadership, reporting directly to the Vice President of Ops (ex Uber, ex BCG)
  • Lead operations for “new products”, including employee salary loans and credit cards. More products may come under your ownership in the future. These are critical priorities for the business.
  • You will be the ultimate owner for these products. You will be responsible for delivering a great user experience, managing the day to day operations for the products, defining and executing the strategy for growth, and taking accountability for P&L.
  • Work closely with our tech and product teams, and with all our other teams who can be a part of what it takes to grow your products (sales, marketing, finance, legal etc).
  • Sharp focus on user experience , working closely with our tech team to build and enhance our products.
  • Define the processes and systems that allow us to operate the product, automating as much as possible .
  • Establish strategy to distribute the products, working closely with our existing sales force.
  • Build and shape a team of excellent operators, taking on more responsibility and a broader portfolio of products as we launch more and more solutions for our customers.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Economics, Management, STEM or similar field.
  • Ideal candidate likely has 5-10 years experience. But we are much more interested in trajectory and potential than years of work experience.
  • The candidate will know what it is to operate inside a business (ideally a tech company in a fast-paced environment). Ideally prior experience in consulting or finance.
  • Ownership mindset. Takes accountability for business objectives and does whatever it takes to get there.
  • Strong problem-solving and analytical skills. Ideally has experience with data and analytics tools (e.g. SQL, Python).
  • Highly practical. Can take a problem, find a solution, and then make things happen. Able to design efficient systems and processes, with a bias for automation where possible.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and stakeholders in a fast-paced environment.
  • Leadership. Can build and shape a team, setting the bar for excellence and helping juniors grow and develop.
  • Benefits

  • Join a team with a deeply collaborative culture! Learn more here : https : / / www.firstcircle.ph / careers.
  • Huge potential for professional growth at a rapidly growing fintech
  • Hybrid work set-up : at least 2 days per week in our BGC (central Manila) office; remote the rest of the time.
  • Additional perks & benefits including HMO coverage from month one, free catered lunches, MacBook Air provided, monthly fitness allowance, transportation & accommodation allowance, and more.
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