Managing Director (Canberra)

Managing Director (Canberra)

05 Aug
|
Northreach
|
Canberra

05 Aug

Northreach

Canberra

Fintech | SME Lending & Payments | Build & Scale Opportunity An innovative and rapidly scaling

financial technology platform

is redefining how small and medium-sized businesses access capital. By combining proprietary technology, deep industry expertise, and a transparent, ethical-first approach, the business delivers fast, flexible funding solutions - while expanding into receivables, payables, and embedded payments.

With strong success in international markets, the company is now entering

Australia , and we are seeking a

Managing Director

to build and lead this market from the ground up.

This is a rare opportunity to take full ownership of a regional launch - shaping strategy, building partnerships, and creating a scalable lending operation in a high-growth environment.

The Opportunity As Managing Director, you will establish and scale the Australian business, working closely with a global executive team across product, operations, and commercial functions.

You will bring deep expertise in the funding ecosystem and a strong understanding of how to navigate regulatory frameworks, structure capital partnerships, and position competitively in a dynamic market.

Key Responsibilities:

Define and execute the Australian market entry and growth strategy

Build a scalable lending and payments platform tailored to local market needs

Position the business competitively within the SME funding landscape

Capital & Partnerships

Structure and negotiate partnerships with institutional lenders, banks, and alternative capital providers

Develop and manage relationships with credit funds and funding partners

Establish sustainable capital strategies to support originations and growth

Regulation & Compliance

Navigate Australian regulatory requirements (e.g. ASIC, APRA where relevant)

Build and oversee robust compliance and risk frameworks

Stay ahead of regulatory changes impacting lending and fintech operations

Operations & Infrastructure





Build operational processes from first transaction through to scaled volume

Implement systems and workflows aligned with global technology platforms

Establish partnerships with banking, payments, and service providers

Leadership

Hire, lead, and develop a high-performing local team

Act as the senior representative of the business in Australia

Collaborate closely with global stakeholders to align strategy and execution

About You

Experience in

SME lending, alternative finance, or fintech

Deep understanding of products such as

revenue-based finance, invoice finance, or working capital solutions

Strong knowledge of Australian financial regulations and compliance frameworks

Proven track record in structuring

capital partnerships and funding lines

Experience launching or scaling financial services businesses in new markets

Strong commercial acumen with the ability to operate both strategically and hands-on

Deep understanding of underwriting, credit risk, and portfolio management

Why This Role?

Build from scratch

– full ownership of the Australian market

High-impact leadership role

with direct access to global executives

Fast-growing fintech platform

with proven international success

Opportunity to shape the future of SME funding and embedded finance

Equity Upside

– Participate in the long-term success of the business through stock options in the global group. As you build and scale the Australian market, you directly share in the value you create.

True Ownership

– This isn’t just a leadership role. It's an prospect to operate with a founder mindset, with meaningful alignment to group performance.

Global Growth Story

– Be part of a high-growth international fintech platform, with expansion into new markets and product lines driving enterprise value.

Reward for Impact

– Your contribution to launching and scaling a new region is recognised not just in compensation, but in equity participation.

Location #J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Managing Director (Canberra)
🏢 Northreach
📍 Canberra

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