Card Business Development Manager

Company Description

HR HUB, based in Egypt and established in 2024, is a trusted hiring and recruitment partner committed to connecting exceptional talent with leading organizations. Specializing in creating successful matches, HR HUB focuses on driving both business growth and individual career progress. We are passionate about empowering professionals and companies to achieve their full potential through well-matched partnerships and expert guidance.

Role Description

The Card Business Development Manager will play a key role in driving business opportunities and building strategic partnerships for the organization. Responsibilities include identifying prospective clients, approaching them with tailored solutions, negotiating contracts, and meeting sales targets. The role also involves market analysis to identify trends and opportunities, collaborating with internal teams to align on goals, and contributing to the development of business strategies. This is a full-time, on-site role based in Cairo.

Core Responsibilities and Accountabilities

1. Partnership Identification & Development

o Analyze market trends to identify new partnership opportunities and potential competitive advantages

in collaboration with product development teams.

o Identify potential retail and e-commerce partners that align with the bank's card business objectives and

customer needs.

o Develop and maintain a pipeline of prospective partners for card products, loyalty programs, and

enhance customer experience.

o Act as the primary point of contact for partners, handling day-to-day communications, conflict

resolution, and performance reviews.

2.
Strategic Planning & Execution

o Participate in the development of partnership goals, strategies, and key performance indicators.

o Create partnership proposals and business cases, outlining objectives, revenue models, and expected

customer impact.

o Work with cross-functional teams, including Product, Marketing, Legal, Compliance, and Technology, to

ensure partnerships are feasible, compliant, and strategically aligned.

o Ensure partnership elements are integrated seamlessly into product features, benefits, and marketing

initiatives.

3. Contract Negotiation & Relationship Management

o Lead contract negotiations with prospective partners, ensuring mutually beneficial terms that align with

the bank's objectives.

o Manage ongoing relationships with existing partners to maximize partnership value and identify

opportunities for further collaboration.

o Regularly track and assess the performance of partnership initiatives against agreed

Knowledge and Experience

1. Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Finance, or a related field (MBA or relevant advanced degree

preferred).

1. 5+ years of experience in partnerships, business development, or product management, ideally within the

financial services, retail, or e-commerce sectors.

1. Strong understanding of the retail banking, with experience in launching customer-facing products.

2. Excellent negotiation, relationship management, and stakeholder engagement skills.

3. Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.

4. Strategic mindset with analytical skills, able to interpret data and trends to drive decision-making.

5. Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present to senior leadership

Qualifications

• Skills in Business Development, Relationship Building, and Sales Strategy
• Market Research and Analysis expertise
• Strategic Thinking, Negotiation, and Networking skills
• Strong Communication and Presentation abilities
• Proficiency in using CRM tools and business software is a plus
• Relevant experience in financial services, banking, or card-related industries is preferred
• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, or a related field