Managing Director at Payment Access System Limited (PaySys)

Job Purpose

• The Managing Director is responsible for providing overall strategic, operational, financial, and regulatory leadership for the fintech company.
• The MD will drive company vision, ensure regulatory compliance, scale products and services, grow revenue, manage stakeholder relationships, and build a high-performance organization.
• The role accommodates early-stage startup execution as well as mature fintech governance and scale management.

Key Responsibilities
Your roles and responsibilities include, but is not limited to the following:

• Lead the development and execution of a comprehensive growth strategy, focusing on expanding market share and service offerings.
• Stay abreast of industry trends and regulations, identifying new opportunities and adapting the business model to market changes.
• Oversee day-to-day running of the company, providing strong leadership and direction to all teams within the company
• Drive continuous improvement across all aspects of the business and implementing systems to optimise processes and streamline operations.
• Establish and maintain strong risk management frameworks to mitigate potential risks.
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) across all strategic business units as well as cost centres to ensure optimal business outcomes.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Represent the company at industry events, exhibitions and conferences with a view to achieving adequate brand positioning.
• Drive revenue growth, optimize profitability and return on investment, ensuring strong financial performance.
• Create and monitor effective implementation of annual budgets and managing financial resources effectively.
• Ensure timely and accurate financial reporting in line with regulatory requirements.
• Implement robust compliance measures and frameworks to ensure adherence to all regulatory requirements, proactively addressing any compliance concerns.
• Drive innovation and new product development in response to customer needs, while ensuring
• Effectively leverage technology to stay ahead of the curve, including ensuring smooth operation and security of the company’s technology infrastructure.
• Attract and retain requisite talent to ensure effective delivery of the company’s services, including to invest in the professional development of your team.
• Review and prepare requisite reports in a timely manner as required.
• Implement and ensure adherence to company’s policies and procedures, promoting the company’s values in the performance of your role.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business Administration, Economics, Computer Science, or related field.
• Master’s degree (MBA or equivalent) is an added advantage.
• Relevant professional certifications in finance, risk, compliance, or technology are desirable.

Required Experience:

• Minimum of 15–20 years’ progressive leadership experience, preferably within fintech, banking, financial services, or technology-driven businesses.
• Proven experience leading startups and/or scaling organizations.
• Strong understanding of digital financial products, payment systems, lending platforms, or financial infrastructure.
• Demonstrated experience working with regulators and managing compliance frameworks.