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We’ve delivered our clients the fastest, cheapest, most flexible credit line available to businesses anywhere in Southeast Asia. We’ve been rewarded with both fast growth and exceptional unit economics, a rare combination in our space.\nOver the past two years we’ve expanded our product range to include business bank accounts & payments, e-Invoices, corporate credit cards, rooftop solar, and most recently deposits catalysed by securing a full bank charter in the Philippines. In 2027, we’ll expand our geographical coverage to include at least two new markets in APAC.\nOur excellent track record results from our people & culture. We combine high standards & intensity with a collegiate environment. Our barometers of success are the rate of personal growth of our people, how long high performers choose to stay, and ensuring we raise the bar with every hire.\nOur sales team is growing rapidly and we are searching foran experienced Sales Division Leader to help us with the next phase of our growth. Over the last year our acquisition department has grown from tens of sales reps to hundreds of sales reps, driving our business growth. Your job is totake on leadership for an entire division, focused on unlocking new growth in a specific customer segment of the market (new segments may include national/regional and mid-market/enterprise). The primary product you will be selling is credit via ourBusiness Credit Line, along with other products including business bank accounts and corporate cards. 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You will identify the largest opportunities, and define your sales delivery model to unlock them\nExecution: you will be responsible for executing on your strategy. 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