Head of Growth

About the Role

Lead growth for a fintech company serving importers, exporters, and wholesalers with cross-border payments, USD accounts, and business spending tools. You will own new volume and build the acquisition and activation engine to expand across trade businesses and Latin America.

Compensation & Benefits

Base salary of $120,000 to $160,000 annually, with OTE (on-target earnings, base plus variable) of $170,000 to $230,000. Equity is also offered. Visa sponsorship is not available.

Location

Hybrid, based in Chicago, United States.

Responsibilities

Choose and scale acquisition channels, including partnerships, events, paid campaigns, and outbound.; Build a structured referral program with clients and industry partners.; Improve client activation so new businesses make their first payment quickly and continue transacting.; Test new trade verticals and markets across Latin America.; Lead sales and business development, hiring and growing the team as results support expansion.

Requirements

Five to ten years of relevant experience, including ownership of growth or acquisition channels.; A measurable track record building growth at a payments, fintech, card, or trade-services business, with at least $100 million in volume.; Experience selling to or acquiring trade businesses such as importers, exporters, and wholesalers in the United States or Latin America.; A hands-on approach to list building, outreach, experimentation, and adjusting strategy quickly.; Spanish or Portuguese proficiency is a plus.