HHiring Reality
← smava GmbH

Head of Banking (d/w/m)

smava GmbH
Location
Hamburg
Posted
26 days ago
Department
Banking
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • Extensive commercial understanding and ability to interpret KPIs, business cases, and revenue relationships
  • Relevant professional experience and successes in a banking context, particularly in similar positions within banking, fintech, business development, or consulting
  • Strong negotiation skills with the ability to understand interests and motives of counterparts
  • Experience in employee leadership and talent development
  • Ability to quickly grasp new and complex topics and make informed decisions even with incomplete information
  • Fluent in German at a native level and English fluently
Nice to have
  • A completed degree in business administration or comparable qualifications
  • Extroverted personality with strong networking skills
  • Willingness to travel for personal meetings with partner banks
What the job really is

As the Head of Banking at smava, you will be responsible for managing relationships with partner banks and overseeing all banking-related topics, including partner management, commercial negotiations, and product development. You will lead the banking team, drive strategic initiatives, and ensure the performance of banking operations while collaborating closely with the C-level executives. Your role will involve expanding your network within the banking sector and identifying opportunities for new financial products.

Benefits
  • Open, dynamic work environment with a multicultural team from over 50 nations
  • Commitment to a diverse and inclusive workplace
  • Internal career programs and training opportunities
  • Modern office equipped with a rooftop terrace and lounge
  • Regular team events such as company lunches and summer parties
  • Lunch delivery service via Uber Eats with subsidies
Things to weigh
  • No salary information provided
  • Role involves significant responsibility and requires strong leadership and negotiation skills
  • Fast-paced environment with potential for high-pressure situations due to strategic negotiations
Job score3.8/5
Benefits5/5
Freshness4/5
Career value5/5
Role clarity5/5
Pay transparency0/5

Applying to smava GmbH?

See how your résumé matches this role — and tailor it from what actually gets interviews.