Lead : Sme Payment Acceptance

Absa Bank Limited

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8-12 years in growth or strategy roles
Proven track record scaling sme acquisition
Experience with payments or fintech platforms
** Absa Bank Limited is seeking a Lead SME Merchant who will spearhead the growth strategy for SME merchants, focusing on acquisition, retention, and revenue growth. The role requires significant experience in growth and product strategy, particularly within the payments or fintech sectors. **

Job Summary

  • The Lead SME Merchant is responsible for driving acquisition, activation, retention, and revenue growth of SME merchants.
  • This role owns the end-to-end SME growth strategy, combining product, commercial, marketing, and partnerships to scale merchant adoption profitably.
  • Candidates must have a Bachelor's Degree and 8–12+ years of experience in growth, strategy, product, or commercial roles.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 75

** Absa Bank Limited is seeking a Lead SME Merchant who will spearhead the growth strategy for SME merchants, focusing on acquisition, retention, and revenue growth. The role requires significant experience in growth and product strategy, particularly within the payments or fintech sectors. **

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 8-12 years in growth or strategy roles
  • Proven track record scaling SME acquisition
  • Experience with payments or fintech platforms

Nice-to-have

  • Strong cross-functional collaboration skills
  • Data-driven experimentation mindset
  • Ability to lead high-performing teams

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's Degree in Business, Commerce, or Management Studies
  • 8-12+ years of relevant professional experience
  • Professional Qualifications in Business or Management

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