Senior Product Manager - Lending

FairMoney is a pioneering mobile banking institution specializing in extending credit to emerging markets. Established in 2017, the company currently operates primarily within Nigeria, and it has secured nearly €50 million in funding from renowned global investors, including Tiger Global, DST, and Flourish Ventures.

In alignment with its vision, FairMoney is actively constructing the foremost mobile banking platform and point-of-sale (POS) solution tailored for emerging markets. The journey began with the introduction of a digital microcredit application exclusively available on Android and iOS devices. Today, FairMoney has significantly expanded its range of services, encompassing a comprehensive suite of financial products, such as current accounts, savings accounts, debit cards, and state-of-the-art POS solutions designed to meet the needs of both merchants and agents.

FairMoney thrives on its diverse workforce, bringing together talent from over 27 nationalities. This multicultural team drives the company's mission of reshaping financial services for underserved communities.To gain deeper insights into FairMoney's pivotal role in reshaping Africa's financial landscape, we invite you to watch informative video.

Role Overview:

As a Senior Product Manager for the lending division, you will be a key driver in shaping the strategy and roadmap for our lending products. You will be responsible for developing and executing a product vision that aligns with our company's goals and customer needs. This role requires a deep understanding of lending practices, fintech industry trends, and the unique challenges and opportunities present in the African market.

Key Responsibilities

• Product Strategy and Vision:

• Product Roadmap Management:

• Customer Insights and Analysis:

• Product Development and Launch:

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Computer Science, or a related field. A Master's degree is a plus
• Minimum of 5 years experience as a Product Manager, in the lending industry, preferably within the fintech sector
• In-depth knowledge of lending products and services, including consumer and small business lending, credit scoring models, and risk assessment
• Demonstrated experience in developing and launching successful fintech products
• Strong analytical and data-driven decision-making skills
• Familiarity with the Nigerian and African fintech markets and an understanding of local customer preferences and behaviors is a bonus but not essential
• Excellent leadership and communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams
• Experience in managing and motivating high-performing product teams
• Creative problem solver mindset with a data-driven and KPI-oriented approach
• Entrepreneurial mindset and commitment to getting hands dirty at all times;
• Experience of working on platform products is a plus

Join Fairmoney today and be a part of our mission to revolutionise financial services in Africa through innovative lending products and outstanding customer experiences. If you are passionate about fintech, possess a strong lending background, and have a track record of driving product success, we would love to hear from you.

Benefits

• Private Health Insurance
• Pension Plan
• Training & Development
• Remote work
• Paid Time Off

Recruitment Process

• HR Screening-30 minutes
• Technical interview with the product team: 60 minutes
• Assignment (takeaway)
• Final interview with Director of Product: 60 minutes