Product Specialist - Commercial Cards - Global Consulting Firm - Contractual Role

Commercial Cards Product Specialist - Global Consulting firm - 12 Months Contractual - Riyadh

Opportunity Overview:

- Our client isa leading Payments & consulting firm. They are offering a significant opportunity for an experienced professional to oversee and support the launch of SME and corporate cards in Riyadh, KSA, for a 12-month term (extendable).

- The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in delivering integrated card solutions to commercial customers, collaborating closely with cross-functional teams such as sales, marketing, operations, and technology.

- This role is crucial in ensuring the commercial card division's profitability and cost-effectiveness while maintaining high standards of customer service and compliance.

- The project aims to enhance the end client bank's commercial card offerings, making it a vital part of a larger initiative to expand and improve banking products for SMEs and large corporates.

- Success will be measured through the performance metrics of the commercial card products, including revenue, profitability, and market engagement.

What You Will Be Doing:

- Overseeing and supporting the launch of SME and corporate cards.

- Developing and managing the commercial card division's budget to ensure profitability.

- Ensuring the efficiency and compliance of commercial card operations, along with high-level customer service.

- Implementing risk management strategies to minimize fraud and secure transactions.

- Preparing and presenting reports on commercial card product performance.

- Leveraging client firms assets and resources to support responsibilities.

Your Background:

- Experience Requirement: 11 to 15 years of relevant experience in the banking or financial services sector, particularly in commercial banking products.

Education: Degree in a relevant field such as finance, business administration, or a related field would be advantageous.

Skills: Proven project management skills.

- Strong team player with results-driven capabilities.

- High energy and initiative.

- People management skills.

- Excellent communication skills in English; Arabic is a plus.

- Preferred Backgrounds: Experience in commercial banking products for SMEs and large corporates is highly valued.

Other Important Information:

The position requires close collaboration with various teams to ensure the successful launch and management of SME and corporate card products. The ability to leverage resources effectively and a strong understanding of risk management in the financial sector are crucial. The role offers a challenging yet rewarding opportunity for a skilled professional with a strong background in commercial banking products and project management.