Head of Evolution Finance; Remote

Role description

The HEF is accountable for the end-to-end performance of Evolution Finance, a niche credit provider focused on in-store credit and home improvement finance solutions.

The HEF is a key stakeholder in developing strategy for the business and oversees the execution of strategy. This includes product development, developing distribution channels, and being accountable for the financial performance of the loan portfolio. The role entails final accountability for financial performance, strategy development, and execution to the Group CEO. Key functions include leading the business end-to-end within a matrix organisational structure, including credit product development, expanding market coverage, managing stakeholder relationships, and supporting fundraising efforts.

• A recognised Honours in Data Science, Actuarial Science degree or equivalent qualification.
• Proven experience distributing retail financial services products through third-party channels.
• Track record of leading a significant profit centre within a financial services environment.
• At least five years of senior leadership experience.
• A background in retail financial services, retail build ware, unsecured credit, credit risk analysis or credit portfolio management will be advantageous.

• Technical skills and leadership ability relating to areas of functional accountability: unsecured credit product development, portfolio management, and retail financial services marketing, sales and distribution.
• Thought leadership.
• People leadership.
• Strategic leadership.

This position reports directly to the CEO and operates as a high-level leadership role within the organisation.

Should you meet the minimum requirements, please forward your updated CV and supporting documents to C