Regional Director, Pakistan, Fintech

Optasia is a real-time financial intelligence company. We build precision intelligence that unlocks financial opportunity at scale, running millions of automated credit decisions every day across high-growth markets where formal credit data is limited. Our AI-powered platform turns permitted behavioural data and real-time signals into precise, responsible credit decisions. Embedded within the systems of telcos, banks, digital wallets and other partners, it helps them extend relevant financial services to more people while maintaining strong portfolio control and opens profitable new segments that were previously out of reach. This is how Optasia turns potential into financial progress, responsibly and at scale.

We are seeking a visionary and results-driven leader to serve as Regional Director for Pakistan. This role will oversee the strategic direction, revenue growth, and management of relationships with our customers, ensuring the success and scalability of our business. As a Regional Director , you will manage a team of Regional and Account Managers, within the assigned portfolio.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in customer relationship management, a deep understanding of the local Fintech domain, Telecoms and Mobile Financial Services industries, with a proven track record of building and leading high performing teams. This role requires a strategic thinker with exceptional leadership skills, a customer focused mindset, and the ability to drive revenue growth while fostering long-term partnerships.

What you will do:

Strategy & Leadership

• Define and execute the overall Commercial strategy of your assigned customer portfolio.
• Ensure accurate forecasting, financial projections and managing the annual budget cycle for your assigned customer portfolio ensuring alignment with company strategy.
• Identify and prioritize key growth opportunities and adoption of our products within your customer portfolio.
• Oversee and develop a high performing team of regional and account managers, ensuring the team’s goals and performance expectations align with the company’s broader business objectives and vision.
• Foster a collaborative and inclusive team culture that encourages innovation, accountability, and professional growth with continued coaching and mentorship to ensure team success.
• Conduct regular performance reviews and implement development plans to address skill gaps and career aspirations.
• Delegate responsibilities effectively to empower team members and optimize productivity.

Customer Relationship Development

• Build and maintain strong relationships with senior executives of your assigned customer portfolio.
• Negotiate high value contracts, partnerships, and strategic alliances to drive revenue growth and market expansion.
• Represent the company at industry events, conferences, and customer meetings to enhance brand visibility and credibility.

Revenue Growth:

• Oversee the development and implementation of strategic account plans and key revenue drivers within your assigned customer portfolio, monitoring market trends, competitive landscape, and customer needs to identify new opportunities.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (e.g., product, marketing, operations and finance) to ensure the successful achievement of the goals and objectives of your assigned customer portfolio with our products.
• Ιdentify cost-saving opportunities without compromising customer satisfaction or team performance.

Performance Management:

• Establish and track key performance metrics (KPIs) for the team and individual customer accounts.
• Analyze data and insights to identify areas for improvement and implement corrective actions as needed.
• Prepare and present regular reports to senior leadership on team performance, revenue growth, and market trends.

Industry Expertise:

• Stay ahead of industry trends, regulatory changes, and emerging technologies relevant to our business offering.
• Leverage industry knowledge to provide strategic guidance to the team and senior leadership.
• Position the company as a thought leader and innovator in our market space.

What you will bring:

• Master’s degree – relevant field or MBA.
• Minimum 10 years of proven experience in Account Management, preferably locally and within the Fintech or Telecoms industry.
• Proven track record of engagement with Wallets in Pakistan.
• Minimum 8yrs Telecoms industry experience
• Experience and understanding of the local Fintech domain is essential for this role
• Strong understanding of the cultural, political, and regulatory landscape in the assigned market(s).

Why Optasia? Optasia is a high-growth, AI-powered financial infrastructure platform serving over 432 million users in emerging markets across Africa and Asia. By harnessing the power of AI and real-time data we unlock financial opportunities for customers. We have been recognized as a top fintech by Forbes Middle East, culminating in a successful JSE listing in 2025. At Optasia, our global team builds the tech, products and services which will change the game for the world's unbanked population. We empower our people by offering unique employee experiences and support individual careers by prioritizing well-being and embracing flexibility.