Head of Platform Partnerships

Role Overview

Finturf is seeking an experienced and strategic Head of Platform Partnerships to lead the charge in expanding our API-driven multi-lender ecosystem. This role is central to scaling our partnerships with lenders, merchants, and technology platforms, ensuring seamless integrations and mutual growth.

The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in fintech partnerships, API platforms, and multi-lender systems. They will drive initiatives that enhance Finturf’s standing as the leading platform for centralized financing solutions, leveraging our advanced mapping, streamlined status tracking, and scalable integration capabilities.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Growth and Leadership

• Develop Strategic Plans: Build and implement a comprehensive strategy for platform partnerships that aligns with Finturf’s mission and growth objectives.
• Expand the Ecosystem: Identify and establish partnerships with lenders, merchants, and technology platforms to enhance Finturf's offerings.
• Drive Innovation: Collaborate with cross-functional teams to influence product roadmaps and prioritize partner-driven innovations.

Partner Management

• Build Relationships: Establish and nurture strong relationships with senior stakeholders in partner organizations.
• Manage Performance: Define success metrics, monitor partner performance, and ensure continuous alignment with business goals.
• Onboarding and Enablement: Oversee partner onboarding processes, leveraging Finturf’s API capabilities for efficient integrations.

Platform Optimization

• API Integrations: Collaborate with engineering and product teams to streamline integration efforts, enhancing partner experiences.
• Status Mapping and Tracking: Utilize Finturf’s advanced mapping tools to provide transparency and efficiency in lender and merchant workflows.

Industry Advocacy and Leadership

• Represent Finturf at fintech and lending industry events, conferences, and forums.
• Build Finturf’s reputation as a thought leader in multi-lender integrations and API ecosystems.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Experience: 5 years in strategic partnerships, business development, or related roles in fintech or SaaS industries.
• Technical Acumen: Understanding of API platforms, integration workflows, and fintech ecosystems.
• Leadership Skills: Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and drive complex partnership projects.
• Communication: Excellent negotiation, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Data-Driven Mindset: Ability to define and track key performance metrics, ensuring measurable success.

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with multi-lender networks, API integrations, and loan offer flows.
• Experience working with mapping systems for application statuses and workflow optimization.
• Understanding of Finturf’s API platform and its features, such as centralized multi-lender access and embedded documentation.