(Retail Lending) VP, Project Head - Consumer Lending Business

About the Company:

Founded in 2008, our client is a trailblazer in the digital lending business, serving as a crucial part of the Group. Recognized as a Systemically Important Non-Banking Financial Company (NBFC), it provides an array of financial services tailored to address the evolving needs of its customers. As a division of the Group, our client benefits from the group's extensive experience and nationwide presence. With a network that spans 40+ offices across India, the Group is a pan-India financial services platform specializing in digital finance, housing finance, and asset management.

Over the years, the group has raised over USD 1.5 billion in equity investments, supported by a combination of global institutional investors, strategic family offices, and a host of leading Indian and international banks. Our client prides itself on focusing on consumer digital lending in India. Leveraging the strength of a well-established partnership model, the company offers fully digitalized personal loans and Point-Of-Sale (POS) loans. Customers can complete the entire application and origination process online within our partners ecosystems, providing a seamless, user-friendly experience.

As VP, Project Head - Consumer Lending Business, you will oversee and drive the process of our consumer lending product with primary responsibilities here.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Business & Strategic Alliances:

• Develop and drive high-value partnerships and alliances that enhance the consumer lending portfolio.

• Identify and execute strategic initiatives, such as cross-sell opportunities, insurance, and other complementary products to increase fee income.

• Align potential partner value propositions with the company's business roadmap.

• Lead initiatives to create demand, including opportunity sizing, diverse lead generation, and developing outbound and inbound campaigns.

• Collaborate closely with Executive Management and departmental leadership to align business objectives and ensure seamless goal execution.

• Facilitate strong partnerships and collaboration between key vendors, service providers, and internal cross-functional teams for effective project implementation.

2. Project Management & Execution:

• Define project scope, goals, deliverables, and timelines based on product requirements and business objectives.

• Develop detailed, comprehensive project plans that align with expected deliverables and adjust for changes in scope, schedule, and costs as necessary.

• Apply industry-leading practices, local regulations, and best-in-class project management techniques throughout the project lifecycle.

• Monitor project performance and analyze results to ensure the successful achievement of both short-term and long-term project goals.

• Use data-driven tools and techniques to measure project performance, identify bottlenecks, and implement process improvements.

• Ensure seamless operational handover and smooth project execution post-launch.

• Maintain strong relationship management through close collaboration with channel partners and internal stakeholders, troubleshooting issues during project integration and implementation.

Key Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, Economics, or a related field.

• Master's degree in Business Administration (MBA) preferred.

• 1015 years of proven experience in NBFCs, Fintech, or Banking Services, with a strong focus on consumer lending.

• Minimum of 45 years of experience in the lending or fintech space within Indonesia.

• Demonstrated success in leveraging technology, data analytics, and digital solutions to grow business portfolios and achieve strategic objectives.

Additional Requirements:

• Strong leadership in digital finance projects and consumer lending.

• Expertise in partnership ecosystems, understanding how to unlock value in various stages.

• Proficient in project management methodologies, tools, and techniques.

• Strong communication and relationship management skills to effectively manage cross-functional teams and external partners.

• Data-driven decision-making skills with a focus on performance measurement and continuous improvement.