We are looking for an experienced and results-driven Country Manager and Director to lead Bitpace's growth and operations in Canada and to scale up to a more dominant position in the Canadian market. This pivotal role involves overseeing cross-functional teams, ensuring high levels of compliance, and driving the business toward ambitious growth targets.
The Country Manager and Director will lead with a strategic mindset and focus on operational efficiency and expansion. You will report directly to the CEO.
What you'll be doing:
Leadership & Strategy Development:
- Shape and execute the long-term strategy for Canada with a focus on growth and revenue generation.
- Provide leadership across all departments, fostering strong collaboration and accountability.
- Ensure alignment of operations and initiatives with business goals, working closely with the CEO.
Operational Oversight & Growth:
- Oversee operations, ensuring seamless execution and consistent quality in services
- Develop and implement strategies for increasing revenue , with quarterly reviews of performance
- Drive business development initiatives and work closely with marketing and sales teams to expand the client base.
Compliance & Risk Management:
- Ensure total compliance with employment law, financial regulations, MSB and company policies.
- Manage risk and governance, ensuring the business maintains the highest standards of operational compliance.
Client & Stakeholder Management:
- Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with clients, partners, and external stakeholders
- Act as the primary representative of the company when engaging with regulatory bodies, and key business partners.
Experience we'd love:
- Proven experience as a Managing Director, General Manager, Country Manager or senior executive within Fintech
- Must have experience with MSB (Money Services Business) in Canada and understand the regulatory requirements that it entails
- Experience with crypto or demonstrable willingness to explore crypto
- Demonstrated track record of growing businesses, meeting revenue targets, and expanding operations both in Canada and internationally.
- Strong leadership skills with a focus on team building, mentorship, and performance management
- Financial acumen with experience in managing budgets and financial forecasting
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills