Emerging Markets Lead – MENA (Arabic speaking)

Responsibilities

• Lead regional market development by identifying and executing high-value partnerships with banks in international markets
• Serve as the primary relationship owner for prospective and existing customers through in-person meetings and industry events
• Lead complex deal processes from initial outreach to contract signature, collaborating with Legal, Compliance, and Product teams
• Gather and synthesize market intelligence on regulatory developments and competitive landscapes to inform regional strategy
• Build an extensive network within banking and fintech ecosystems in key emerging markets
• Develop scalable processes for onboarding and relationship management

Requirements

• 6+ years of experience in partnerships, business development, growth, operations, or strategy
• 4+ years of business experience specifically in the MENA region
• Native fluency in Arabic and experience managing business relationships with Arabic-speaking stakeholders
• Proven track record of managing high-value deals with executive stakeholders
• Strong strategic thinking and ability to assess market opportunities
• Highly organized approach to project management and ability to juggle multiple priorities

About the Company

Column is a bank and software company built from the ground up, offering technology-forward banking solutions that simplify the banking supply chain for builders and developers by removing unnecessary middleware and abstraction layers.