Head of Products & Business Development

Head of Products & Business Development - Regional Growth Leadership

Following a major regional milestone, this fast-scaling fintech is investing in its next phase of growth across the GCC. As Head of Products & Business Development, you’ll be responsible for shaping strategy, driving expansion, and ensuring product and commercial execution across multiple markets. Based in Bahrain, with regional travel, this is a pivotal leadership role reporting directly to the CEO.

The Role:

You’ll oversee both Product and Business Development functions, aligning strategy and execution to deliver measurable growth. With full P&L responsibility, you’ll drive revenue, launch new products, and expand partnerships that enhance distribution and customer reach.

This role demands a leader who can blend commercial vision with operational delivery - ensuring new markets are entered successfully, products are launched effectively, and growth targets are consistently met.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Leading business strategy and execution across growth, revenue, and market expansion.
• Owning P&L and ensuring profitability targets are achieved.
• Driving product innovation to meet customer needs and regulatory requirements.
• Expanding partnerships and alliances to unlock new revenue channels.
• Leading market entry and go-to-market strategies across GCC countries.
• Managing KPIs across growth, satisfaction, and cost efficiency.
• Ensuring compliance with financial regulations and data standards.

What You’ll Need to Succeed:

• 10+ years in senior leadership roles, ideally in fintech, finance, or consumer services.
• Proven success in P&L ownership, market expansion, and revenue growth.
• Strong background in product leadership and commercial strategy.
• Experience leading cross-functional teams to deliver growth at scale.
• Familiarity with regulated financial environments in the GCC.
• Advanced degree (MBA or similar preferred).
• Bilingual in Arabic and English (mandatory).
• Based in Bahrain, with regional travel across the GCC.

What’s in It for You:

• A senior executive role shaping growth strategy across multiple markets.
• Full responsibility for product and commercial delivery at scale.
• Competitive salary and package.
• The chance to play a defining role in a fintech scaling across the GCC.

Next Steps:

If you’re exploring senior commercial and product leadership opportunities in fintech and this sounds like the right fit, we’d love to hear from you. Send your CV or get in touch in confidence to learn more.