COUNTRY MANAGER (Philippines)

SUN FINANCE is a Riga-based fintech company providing financial services across four continents. Founded in 2017, we’ve grown beyond the startup phase—but we’ve kept its energy and innovation, now strengthened by stability and a great work environment.

Our success-driven team thrives on collaboration, ambition, and shared growth. And we’re not slowing down. Join us and be part of what’s next! 

As the Country Manager, you will play a crucial role in leading and managing all aspects of our business operations within the country. This includes driving sales initiatives, overseeing operational efficiency, managing financial performance, formulating strategic plans, and fostering team leadership and development. Your leadership will be instrumental in achieving our business objectives and enhancing our market presence.

• Increased Growth and Profitability: Successfully drive growth and profitability of the business while ensuring sustainability and operational efficiency.
• Market Opportunity Identification: Analyze market trends and competitor activities to identify opportunities, leading to the development and execution of effective local strategies.
• Streamlined Operations: Ensure that daily operations run smoothly across different teams, enhancing process efficiency and effectiveness.
• High-Performing Team: Recruit and lead a motivated local team that consistently meets and exceeds targets, fostering an environment of growth and innovation.
• Strong Partnerships: Build and maintain robust relationships with key business partners, government entities, and stakeholders, enhancing collaboration and business opportunities.
• Valuable Financial Insights: Provide actionable insights into customer behavior and market trends based on a solid understanding of the local financial ecosystem.
• Compliance and Policy Adherence: Effectively implement corporate policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with local laws and regulations.

• Proven Experience: Demonstrated experience in alternative lending, non-bank financing, or as a lending intermediary, with a solid track record of driving growth in similar sectors.
• Leadership Roles: Previous experience in senior positions such as Country Manager, Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Chief Operating Officer (COO), or in Sales Leadership, managing teams and overseeing business development strategies.
• Business Scaling: Ability to scale a business, showcasing creativity, persistence, and agility in a fast-paced environment.
• Strategic Thinking: Capacity to think strategically and translate those strategies into actionable plans.
• Leadership Skills: Excellent leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
• Educational Background: Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Management, or a related field.
• Language Proficiency: Fluency in English.
• Relocation Requirement: Willingness to relocate to Manila, Philippines.

• Diverse Learning Environment: Opportunity to learn and grow in a company with over 10 nationalities, promoting a rich and diverse culture.
• Health Insurance: Comprehensive health insurance coverage to support your well-being.
• Paid Accommodation: Accommodation provided by the company to ensure comfortable living arrangements.
• Travel Benefits: Paid flight tickets back home twice a year for reconnecting with family.
• Well-Being Initiatives: Participation in well-being activities, along with surprises and birthday gifts to celebrate special moments.
• Continuous Learning Support: Encouragement for self-driven learning and professional development opportunities.
• Competitive Salary Range: Salary range of 6500 to 8000 gross, based on your work experience, education, and skills.