Head, Fintech Partnership & Ecosystem at a New Generation Bank - Westfield Consulting Limited

Posted on Mon 13th Jul, 2026 - www.hotnigerianjobs.com --- (0 comments)

Westfield Consulting Limited - Our client in the Banking sector is recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Head, Fintech Partnership & Ecosystem

Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time
Report to: Chief Digital Community
Grade; SBO - DM

Job Summary

  • The Head, Fintech Partnerships & Ecosystem is responsible for driving the Bank’s fintech partnership strategy, expanding the digital ecosystem, and delivering measurable business value through innovation, revenue growth, and operational efficiency.
  • The role ensures the development of strategic collaborations, seamless integration of fintech solutions, and adherence to regulatory, data security, and risk management standards.

Responsibilities

  • Drive the expansion of strategic fintech partnerships to enhance the Bank’s ecosystem and competitive positioning.
  • Identify, evaluate, negotiate, and onboard fintech partners aligned with business objectives.
  • Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to design and launch innovative products and services within optimal timelines.
  • Ensure reduced time-to-market for partnership-driven initiatives.
  • Structure and manage partnerships to achieve strong return on investment (ROI) and measurable business outcomes.
  • Drive revenue growth through increased cross-selling opportunities enabled by fintech collaborations.
  • Monitor and improve the commercial performance of all fintech partnerships.
  • Ensure strict adherence to data security, privacy standards, and regulatory requirements in all partnerships.
  • Identify, assess, and mitigate risks associated with fintech partnerships in collaboration with Risk, Compliance, and Information Security teams.
  • Oversee the seamless and efficient integration of fintech technologies into the Bank’s systems and platforms.
  • Promote innovation and adoption of emerging technologies to improve operational efficiency and customer experience.
  • Provide periodic reports to Management on partnership performance, risks, and opportunities.

Key Performance Indicator

  • Percentage increase in the number of strategic fintech partnerships.
  • Time taken to launch new features or services with fintech partners.
  • Return on investment (ROI) from fintech partnerships.
  • Percentage increase in cross-selling success driven by partnerships.
  • Compliance with data security and privacy standards.
  • Effectiveness in identifying and mitigating risks associated with partnerships.
  • Efficiency in integrating fintech technologies into existing systems.

Requirements

  • First degree in Business Administration, Finance, Technology, or a related discipline.
  • Master’s degree or relevant professional certification is an added advantage
  • 10–15 years’ experience in banking, fintech, digital transformation, or partnerships.
  • Proven track record in managing fintech partnerships or digital ecosystems.

Remuneration
Very attractive.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified. 

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: victor.allu@westfield-consulting.com using the Job Title as the subject of the mail.

Note: The role is strictly for qualified candidates currently working in the Banking Industry.