Director of Anglophone Business Development & FX at Zepz

At Zepz Group, we are the force behind leading global remittance brands WorldRemit and Sendwave. We are dedicated to disrupting an industry historically dominated by legacy players by removing financial barriers and enhancing safety and convenience for our users. Every day, our team works to unlock the prosperity of cross-border communities through finance and technology, driven by our vision of a world that celebrates the impact migrants have on prosperity both at home and abroad. With a presence in over 4,600 corridors across 40 send countries and 90 receive countries, we have already served more than 9 million users. We are looking for a Director of Anglophone Business Development & FX to join our remote-first team.

Key outcomes

• Take full responsibility for business development and foreign exchange activities across Anglophone Africa markets.
• Identify, propose, and execute opportunities to expand and optimize our network, FX, and banking partnerships, including entering new markets.
• Manage the seamless launch of new markets and oversee the strategic planning for any necessary market closures to improve business efficiency.
• Develop and own comprehensive business plans for new initiatives while negotiating complex, first-of-their-kind deals.
• Oversee the FX PnL for the region, collaborating closely with traders on panel expansion and structured partnerships.
• Manage partner relationships to ensure business objectives are met, acting as the primary escalation point and conducting regular business reviews.
• Represent the region by reporting directly to the Executive Committee and senior management stakeholders.
• Serve as a country director when required, handling operational and ministerial tasks like risk reviews and compliance reporting.
• Ensure strict adherence to regulatory requirements by working closely with our legal, data privacy, and compliance teams.
• Lead and mentor a team of two, ensuring clear execution of goals and individual OKRs while fostering a cohesive culture within the broader Africa team.

Requirements

• At least 7 years of executive-level experience in strategic partnerships or FX.
• Proven expertise in business development and high-stakes negotiation.
• Direct professional experience working within the African market.
• An analytical and logical mindset for solving complex problems.
• A competitive drive with a track record of achieving measurable results.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.
• The ability to build effective working relationships across all levels of an organization and explain complex information clearly.

Compensation

We offer a comprehensive benefits package for our permanent team members, which includes:

• Unlimited annual leave to support a healthy work-life balance.
• Access to private medical insurance for your health and well-being.
• Retirement pension schemes to help you secure your future.
• Life assurance for peace of mind.
• Competitive parental leave schemes.

As a remote-first organization, we provide the flexibility to work from wherever you are most productive, supplemented by local perks depending on your specific location.

How to apply

We review applications on a rolling basis. If this role excites you, please submit your resume and an optional cover letter that highlights how your background aligns with our requirements. Please ensure you indicate the countries where you currently hold work authorization. We encourage you to apply even if you do not feel you meet every single qualification, as we value the unique perspective you bring to our team.