Account Executive (FlexiPay) We are looking for an Account Executive in our FlexiPay Sales team. This is an exciting opportunity to join our FlexiPay Sales team and play a part in scaling one of Funding Circle's newest products! This is a fantastic starting point to a challenging and rewarding career in B2B sales. Salary: £30,000 + £7,800 OTE Who are we? We're Funding Circle. We back small businesses to succeed. At Funding Circle, we believe the world needs small businesses. That's why we've made it our mission to help them get the finance they need to grow. With more than a decade of expertise under our belt, we've built a game-changer of a platform with cutting-edge data and technology that's reshaping the landscape of SME lending. Say goodbye to lengthy applications and hello to lightning-fast decisions! In just minutes, SMEs across the UK can get a decision, giving them access to competitive funding in a flash. We know that good business is about good people. So we pride ourselves on providing meaningful, human support as well as fast, hassle free processes to deliver an unbeatable customer experience. The role As an Account Executive in FlexiPay, you embody one of our most important selling points: personal support for our customers. Every day you will speak to a diverse range of SME business owners to gain an understanding of their business, find out about their goals and explain how Funding Circle can help in achieving them. You will be: Responsible for driving sign-ups, converting leads and encouraging repeat usage of the product whilst also collecting valuable customer insights that will feed directly into the ongoing development of the FlexiPay product Establishing instant rapport with your customers via telephone & email to cultivate successful relationships Pitching the Funding Circle proposition against alternative funding options available Managing a high-volume, fast-paced pipeline; supporting your clients through each stage of the application Being responsible for your own monthly target and continuously developing & improving your approach to help you get there Proactively problem solving, identifying and confidently mitigating any risks, issues or control weaknesses that arise in your day-to-day What we're looking for Experience of working in a telesales or phone based environment Motivated by success in numbers and driven to achieve your monthly targets Able to easily connect with people and demonstrate natural interpersonal skills - including teamwork! Good organisation skills and ability to manage your workload autonomously Quick to learn and invested in your own development At Funding Circle we are committed to building diverse teams so please apply even if your past experience doesn't align perfectly with the requirements. Want to learn more? We have a huge impact on the businesses that borrow through our platform, the communities they serve and the overall economy (last year £7.2bn of GDP generated). You can read our full Impact Report here: To see what our customers think, visit our Trustpilot page: And we're still evolving! Our award-winning multi-product platform is solving more SME finance challenges than ever before. We think big, rally together and meet the needs of SME customers like no other. Why join us? At Funding Circle, we celebrate and support the differences that make you, you. We're proud to be an equal-opportunity workplace and affirmative-action employer. We truly believe that diversity makes us better . As a flexible-first employer we offer hybrid working at Funding Circle, and we've long believed in a 'best of both' approach to in-office collaboration and non-office days. We expect our teams to be in our London office three times a week, where you can take advantage of our newly refurbished hybrid working space, barista made coffee and subsidised lunches (via JustEat) every day! We back our Circlers to build their own incredible career, making a difference to small businesses every day. Our Circler proposition is designed to support employees both in and out of work, and it is anchored around four pillars: Health, Wealth, Development & Lifestyle. A few highlights: Flexibility: We provide you with a benefit allowance so that you can tailor your benefit selection to you and your family's needs. Health: Private Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Health Cash Plan, Health Assessments (including female fertility health assessments), eyecare vouchers, flu jabs, Wellhub (for discounted flexible gym membership and access to wellbeing apps) access to a free Employee Assistance Programme and free Digital GP for yourself and any children under 16. Wealth: Life Assurance, Income Protection, Critical Illness Cover, financial coaching through Octopus Money Coach, a tax-advantaged share scheme, a free mortgage advisor partnership and discounts across numerous retailers through Perks at Work. Development: Dedicated annual Learning & Development allowance and full access to internal learning platform. Lifestyle: Electric Car Scheme, Cycle to Work scheme, Season Ticket Loans, and more! And finally, we have award winning parental leave policies supporting parents through enhanced maternity, partner and adoption leave, as well as additional leave for parental bereavement and for fertility treatments. Ready to make a difference? We'd love to hear from you.
Jun 27, 2025
Full time
Account Executive (FlexiPay) We are looking for an Account Executive in our FlexiPay Sales team. This is an exciting opportunity to join our FlexiPay Sales team and play a part in scaling one of Funding Circle's newest products! This is a fantastic starting point to a challenging and rewarding career in B2B sales. Salary: £30,000 + £7,800 OTE Who are we? We're Funding Circle. We back small businesses to succeed. At Funding Circle, we believe the world needs small businesses. That's why we've made it our mission to help them get the finance they need to grow. With more than a decade of expertise under our belt, we've built a game-changer of a platform with cutting-edge data and technology that's reshaping the landscape of SME lending. Say goodbye to lengthy applications and hello to lightning-fast decisions! In just minutes, SMEs across the UK can get a decision, giving them access to competitive funding in a flash. We know that good business is about good people. So we pride ourselves on providing meaningful, human support as well as fast, hassle free processes to deliver an unbeatable customer experience. The role As an Account Executive in FlexiPay, you embody one of our most important selling points: personal support for our customers. Every day you will speak to a diverse range of SME business owners to gain an understanding of their business, find out about their goals and explain how Funding Circle can help in achieving them. You will be: Responsible for driving sign-ups, converting leads and encouraging repeat usage of the product whilst also collecting valuable customer insights that will feed directly into the ongoing development of the FlexiPay product Establishing instant rapport with your customers via telephone & email to cultivate successful relationships Pitching the Funding Circle proposition against alternative funding options available Managing a high-volume, fast-paced pipeline; supporting your clients through each stage of the application Being responsible for your own monthly target and continuously developing & improving your approach to help you get there Proactively problem solving, identifying and confidently mitigating any risks, issues or control weaknesses that arise in your day-to-day What we're looking for Experience of working in a telesales or phone based environment Motivated by success in numbers and driven to achieve your monthly targets Able to easily connect with people and demonstrate natural interpersonal skills - including teamwork! Good organisation skills and ability to manage your workload autonomously Quick to learn and invested in your own development At Funding Circle we are committed to building diverse teams so please apply even if your past experience doesn't align perfectly with the requirements. Want to learn more? We have a huge impact on the businesses that borrow through our platform, the communities they serve and the overall economy (last year £7.2bn of GDP generated). You can read our full Impact Report here: To see what our customers think, visit our Trustpilot page: And we're still evolving! Our award-winning multi-product platform is solving more SME finance challenges than ever before. We think big, rally together and meet the needs of SME customers like no other. Why join us? At Funding Circle, we celebrate and support the differences that make you, you. We're proud to be an equal-opportunity workplace and affirmative-action employer. We truly believe that diversity makes us better . As a flexible-first employer we offer hybrid working at Funding Circle, and we've long believed in a 'best of both' approach to in-office collaboration and non-office days. We expect our teams to be in our London office three times a week, where you can take advantage of our newly refurbished hybrid working space, barista made coffee and subsidised lunches (via JustEat) every day! We back our Circlers to build their own incredible career, making a difference to small businesses every day. Our Circler proposition is designed to support employees both in and out of work, and it is anchored around four pillars: Health, Wealth, Development & Lifestyle. A few highlights: Flexibility: We provide you with a benefit allowance so that you can tailor your benefit selection to you and your family's needs. Health: Private Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Health Cash Plan, Health Assessments (including female fertility health assessments), eyecare vouchers, flu jabs, Wellhub (for discounted flexible gym membership and access to wellbeing apps) access to a free Employee Assistance Programme and free Digital GP for yourself and any children under 16. Wealth: Life Assurance, Income Protection, Critical Illness Cover, financial coaching through Octopus Money Coach, a tax-advantaged share scheme, a free mortgage advisor partnership and discounts across numerous retailers through Perks at Work. Development: Dedicated annual Learning & Development allowance and full access to internal learning platform. Lifestyle: Electric Car Scheme, Cycle to Work scheme, Season Ticket Loans, and more! And finally, we have award winning parental leave policies supporting parents through enhanced maternity, partner and adoption leave, as well as additional leave for parental bereavement and for fertility treatments. Ready to make a difference? We'd love to hear from you.
Business Development Representative We are looking for a Business Development Representative in our Broker team. The team is part of the Funding Circle Introducer Channel and will interact daily with an assigned set of broker accounts, broker relationship managers, and internal operations teams. Salary: £30,000 + c.£12,000 (uncapped commission!) Who are we? We're Funding Circle. We back small businesses to succeed. At Funding Circle, we believe the world needs small businesses. That's why we've made it our mission to help them get the finance they need to grow. With over a decade of expertise, we've built a platform with cutting-edge data and technology that's reshaping SME lending. Our platform enables SMEs across the UK to get quick decisions, providing access to funding in minutes. We value good business through good people, offering meaningful support and fast, hassle-free processes for an unbeatable customer experience. The role You will support introducer loan applications through the funnel to promote business lending via introducers such as commercial mortgage/asset introducers, business consultants, and accountants. You will manage applications and respond to community needs. Your responsibilities include: Taking inbound calls, managing customer questions/queries Responding to introducer inquiries within SLA timescales via email or phone Requesting information from introducers Updating Salesforce CRM with relevant information Developing strong relationships with introducer sales teams Supporting business reporting by maintaining accurate data Proactively solving problems and mitigating risks What we're looking for Experience in a phone-based sales environment KPI-driven with the ability to work under pressure Effective time management skills Transparent communication, both positive and negative Confident with a good telephone manner and interpersonal skills We are committed to diversity, so please apply even if your experience doesn't perfectly match the requirements. Want to learn more? Impact on businesses, communities, and the economy (last year £6.9bn GDP): Customer reviews: Trustpilot Why join us? We celebrate diversity and are an equal-opportunity employer. We offer hybrid working with in-office days in London, equipped with a modern workspace, coffee, and subsidized lunches. We support our employees' health, wealth, development, and lifestyle through various programs and policies, including parental leave and wellness benefits. Ready to make a difference? We'd love to hear from you.
Jun 06, 2025
Full time
Business Development Representative We are looking for a Business Development Representative in our Broker team. The team is part of the Funding Circle Introducer Channel and will interact daily with an assigned set of broker accounts, broker relationship managers, and internal operations teams. Salary: £30,000 + c.£12,000 (uncapped commission!) Who are we? We're Funding Circle. We back small businesses to succeed. At Funding Circle, we believe the world needs small businesses. That's why we've made it our mission to help them get the finance they need to grow. With over a decade of expertise, we've built a platform with cutting-edge data and technology that's reshaping SME lending. Our platform enables SMEs across the UK to get quick decisions, providing access to funding in minutes. We value good business through good people, offering meaningful support and fast, hassle-free processes for an unbeatable customer experience. The role You will support introducer loan applications through the funnel to promote business lending via introducers such as commercial mortgage/asset introducers, business consultants, and accountants. You will manage applications and respond to community needs. Your responsibilities include: Taking inbound calls, managing customer questions/queries Responding to introducer inquiries within SLA timescales via email or phone Requesting information from introducers Updating Salesforce CRM with relevant information Developing strong relationships with introducer sales teams Supporting business reporting by maintaining accurate data Proactively solving problems and mitigating risks What we're looking for Experience in a phone-based sales environment KPI-driven with the ability to work under pressure Effective time management skills Transparent communication, both positive and negative Confident with a good telephone manner and interpersonal skills We are committed to diversity, so please apply even if your experience doesn't perfectly match the requirements. Want to learn more? Impact on businesses, communities, and the economy (last year £6.9bn GDP): Customer reviews: Trustpilot Why join us? We celebrate diversity and are an equal-opportunity employer. We offer hybrid working with in-office days in London, equipped with a modern workspace, coffee, and subsidized lunches. We support our employees' health, wealth, development, and lifestyle through various programs and policies, including parental leave and wellness benefits. Ready to make a difference? We'd love to hear from you.
Sales Executive We are looking for a Sales Executive (known internally as an Account Executive) in our Direct Sales Team. Our Account Executive role is the first step in your career within Sales at Funding Circle! Here you will learn the foundations of sales and account management starting with a tailored 2 week Sales Induction programme on joining. From there, you will be given the on-going tools and support to thrive in your role and eventually progress into more senior roles such as Account Manager, Business Development Executive and Sales Team Manager! Salary: £30,000 + £5,700 - £8,100 OTE Who are we? We're Funding Circle. We back small businesses to succeed. At Funding Circle, we believe the world needs small businesses. That's why we've made it our mission to help them get the finance they need to grow. With more than a decade of expertise under our belt, we've built a game-changer of a platform with cutting-edge data and technology that's reshaping the landscape of SME lending. Say goodbye to lengthy applications and hello to lightning-fast decisions! In just minutes, SMEs across the UK can get a decision, giving them access to competitive funding in a flash. We know that good business is about good people. So we pride ourselves on providing meaningful, human support as well as fast, hassle free processes to deliver an unbeatable customer experience. The role Our Account Executive roles are phone based and are the first point of contact with our Borrowers; speaking with them frequently during their Funding Circle journey. Every day you will speak to a diverse range of SME business owners to gain an understanding of their business, find out about their goals and explain how Funding Circle can help in achieving them. Working with warm leads to generate new opportunities through business development of new Funding Circle borrowers (c.60-80 dials per day) Establishing instant rapport with your customers via telephone & email to cultivate successful relationships Pitching the Funding Circle proposition against alternative funding options available Managing a high-volume, fast-paced pipeline; supporting your clients through each stage of creating an application Being responsible for your own monthly target and continuously developing & improving your approach to help you get there Proactively problem solving, identifying and confidently mitigating any risks, issues or control weaknesses that arise in your day-to-day What we're looking for Experience working in a sales or service environment - we don't require heaps of experience but some exposure to a sales or service environment is beneficial A strong communicator, confident to be able to engage with small business owners over the phone and via email Ability to continually develop and maintain your pipeline whilst managing applications in progress Proactivity and a desire to develop your career and taking onboard feedback - continuous development is a key part of sales at Funding Circle and we are looking for people keen to grow! At Funding Circle we are committed to building diverse teams so please apply even if your past experience doesn't align perfectly with the requirements. Why join us? At Funding Circle, we celebrate and support the differences that make you, you. We're proud to be an equal-opportunity workplace and affirmative-action employer. We truly believe that diversity makes us better. As a flexible-first employer we offer hybrid working at Funding Circle, and we've long believed in a 'best of both' approach to in-office collaboration and non-office days. We expect our teams to be in our London office three times a week, where you can take advantage of our newly refurbished hybrid working space, barista made coffee and subsidised lunches (via JustEat) every day! We back our Circlers to build their own incredible career, making a difference to small businesses every day. Our Circler proposition is designed to support employees both in and out of work, and it is anchored around four pillars: Health, Wealth, Development & Lifestyle. A few highlights: Health: Private Medical Insurance through Aviva, Dental Insurance through Bupa, MediCash, access to free online therapy sessions and exclusive discounts with Hertility for reproductive health support. Wealth: Octopus Money Coach, free mortgage advisor partnership and discounts across numerous retailers through Perks at Work. Development: Dedicated annual learning allowance and full access to internal learning platform. Lifestyle: Wellhub (for fitness discounts), Electric Car Scheme and more! And finally, we have award winning parental leave policies supporting parents through enhanced maternity, partner and adoption leave, as well as additional leave for parental bereavement and for fertility treatments. Ready to make a difference? We'd love to hear from you.
Feb 13, 2025
Full time
Sales Executive We are looking for a Sales Executive (known internally as an Account Executive) in our Direct Sales Team. Our Account Executive role is the first step in your career within Sales at Funding Circle! Here you will learn the foundations of sales and account management starting with a tailored 2 week Sales Induction programme on joining. From there, you will be given the on-going tools and support to thrive in your role and eventually progress into more senior roles such as Account Manager, Business Development Executive and Sales Team Manager! Salary: £30,000 + £5,700 - £8,100 OTE Who are we? We're Funding Circle. We back small businesses to succeed. At Funding Circle, we believe the world needs small businesses. That's why we've made it our mission to help them get the finance they need to grow. With more than a decade of expertise under our belt, we've built a game-changer of a platform with cutting-edge data and technology that's reshaping the landscape of SME lending. Say goodbye to lengthy applications and hello to lightning-fast decisions! In just minutes, SMEs across the UK can get a decision, giving them access to competitive funding in a flash. We know that good business is about good people. So we pride ourselves on providing meaningful, human support as well as fast, hassle free processes to deliver an unbeatable customer experience. The role Our Account Executive roles are phone based and are the first point of contact with our Borrowers; speaking with them frequently during their Funding Circle journey. Every day you will speak to a diverse range of SME business owners to gain an understanding of their business, find out about their goals and explain how Funding Circle can help in achieving them. Working with warm leads to generate new opportunities through business development of new Funding Circle borrowers (c.60-80 dials per day) Establishing instant rapport with your customers via telephone & email to cultivate successful relationships Pitching the Funding Circle proposition against alternative funding options available Managing a high-volume, fast-paced pipeline; supporting your clients through each stage of creating an application Being responsible for your own monthly target and continuously developing & improving your approach to help you get there Proactively problem solving, identifying and confidently mitigating any risks, issues or control weaknesses that arise in your day-to-day What we're looking for Experience working in a sales or service environment - we don't require heaps of experience but some exposure to a sales or service environment is beneficial A strong communicator, confident to be able to engage with small business owners over the phone and via email Ability to continually develop and maintain your pipeline whilst managing applications in progress Proactivity and a desire to develop your career and taking onboard feedback - continuous development is a key part of sales at Funding Circle and we are looking for people keen to grow! At Funding Circle we are committed to building diverse teams so please apply even if your past experience doesn't align perfectly with the requirements. Why join us? At Funding Circle, we celebrate and support the differences that make you, you. We're proud to be an equal-opportunity workplace and affirmative-action employer. We truly believe that diversity makes us better. As a flexible-first employer we offer hybrid working at Funding Circle, and we've long believed in a 'best of both' approach to in-office collaboration and non-office days. We expect our teams to be in our London office three times a week, where you can take advantage of our newly refurbished hybrid working space, barista made coffee and subsidised lunches (via JustEat) every day! We back our Circlers to build their own incredible career, making a difference to small businesses every day. Our Circler proposition is designed to support employees both in and out of work, and it is anchored around four pillars: Health, Wealth, Development & Lifestyle. A few highlights: Health: Private Medical Insurance through Aviva, Dental Insurance through Bupa, MediCash, access to free online therapy sessions and exclusive discounts with Hertility for reproductive health support. Wealth: Octopus Money Coach, free mortgage advisor partnership and discounts across numerous retailers through Perks at Work. Development: Dedicated annual learning allowance and full access to internal learning platform. Lifestyle: Wellhub (for fitness discounts), Electric Car Scheme and more! And finally, we have award winning parental leave policies supporting parents through enhanced maternity, partner and adoption leave, as well as additional leave for parental bereavement and for fertility treatments. Ready to make a difference? We'd love to hear from you.
Senior Data Scientist We are looking for a Senior Data Scientist to join the ML/AI team. Our ML/AI team within the Data Organisation is a dynamic group of data scientists and machine learning experts passionate about using data to drive innovation. As a Senior Data Scientist on this team, you'll be at the forefront of developing and deploying machine learning and GenAI algorithms models. You'll collaborate with colleagues across the organisation to identify opportunities for automation, improve decision-making, and optimise our products and processes. This is a challenging and rewarding role where you can make a significant contribution to our mission while continuously learning and expanding your skillset in a supportive and collaborative environment. Please note, the minimum expectation for office attendance is two days per week in our central London office. Who are we? We're Funding Circle. We back small businesses to succeed. At Funding Circle, we believe the world needs small businesses. That's why we've made it our mission to help them get the finance they need to grow. With more than a decade of expertise under our belt, we've built a game-changer of a platform with cutting-edge data and technology that's reshaping the landscape of SME lending. Say goodbye to lengthy applications and hello to lightning-fast decisions! In just minutes, SMEs across the UK can get a decision, giving them access to competitive funding in a flash. We know that good business is about good people. So we pride ourselves on providing meaningful, human support as well as fast, hassle-free processes to deliver an unbeatable customer experience. The role Develop and implement machine learning models using traditional ML and GenAI: Design, develop, and deploy robust machine learning models and algorithms to solve complex business problems, with a focus on enhancing various aspects of Funding Circle's operations and decision-making processes. Make use of Generative AI models and services when necessary. Analyse data to identify opportunities to improve Funding Circle's products and processes: We collect large quantities of data as part of running our business, work with analysts and product managers to analyse that data and identify opportunities to enhance decision making and increase automation. Communicate results and engage with stakeholders: Effectively communicate complex technical concepts and findings to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Present insights and recommendations in a clear and concise manner to drive informed decision-making. Mentorship and knowledge sharing: Actively participate in knowledge sharing within the Machine Learning and AI team and the wider data team, providing mentorship to junior team members and contributing to a collaborative and learning-oriented environment. Continuous learning: Keep up-to-date with advancements in machine learning and artificial intelligence. Apply cutting-edge techniques and technologies to address business challenges and maintain a competitive edge in the financial technology sector. What we're looking for Data curiosity and problem solving skills: The ability and willingness to explore, understand and explain complex datasets and identify opportunities for automation and process improvements. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to address real-world business challenges. Practical and outcome driven mindset. Proven machine learning expertise: Demonstrated experience in developing and deploying machine learning models, with a strong understanding of various algorithms, including supervised and unsupervised learning methods. Additional knowledge of GenAI and LLMs is an advantage. Software development skills: Strong programming experience, ideally in Python. Ability and willingness to work alongside machine learning engineers on the production implementation of algorithms and machine learning models. Experience working on production applications with software developers is an advantage. The role will require working in close contact with production systems, and quality software engineering practices are essential. Data manipulation, analysis and feature processing: Proficient in data manipulation and analysis using tools like Pandas, Polars, NumPy, and SQL. Ability to work with large-scale datasets and extract meaningful insights. Experience in feature engineering and data preprocessing to optimise input data for machine learning models. Ability to handle data quality issues and outliers effectively. Solid understanding of statistical concepts and techniques for modelling. Collaborative team player: Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively in cross-functional teams, both non-technical (domain experts) and highly technical (software, data and platform engineers). Practical mindset with a focus on team outcomes. Continuous learning and adaptability: Commitment to staying updated on the latest developments in data science and machine learning. Ability to work in a fast paced, high innovation environment. Ready to make a difference? We'd love to hear from you.
Feb 12, 2025
Full time
Senior Data Scientist We are looking for a Senior Data Scientist to join the ML/AI team. Our ML/AI team within the Data Organisation is a dynamic group of data scientists and machine learning experts passionate about using data to drive innovation. As a Senior Data Scientist on this team, you'll be at the forefront of developing and deploying machine learning and GenAI algorithms models. You'll collaborate with colleagues across the organisation to identify opportunities for automation, improve decision-making, and optimise our products and processes. This is a challenging and rewarding role where you can make a significant contribution to our mission while continuously learning and expanding your skillset in a supportive and collaborative environment. Please note, the minimum expectation for office attendance is two days per week in our central London office. Who are we? We're Funding Circle. We back small businesses to succeed. At Funding Circle, we believe the world needs small businesses. That's why we've made it our mission to help them get the finance they need to grow. With more than a decade of expertise under our belt, we've built a game-changer of a platform with cutting-edge data and technology that's reshaping the landscape of SME lending. Say goodbye to lengthy applications and hello to lightning-fast decisions! In just minutes, SMEs across the UK can get a decision, giving them access to competitive funding in a flash. We know that good business is about good people. So we pride ourselves on providing meaningful, human support as well as fast, hassle-free processes to deliver an unbeatable customer experience. The role Develop and implement machine learning models using traditional ML and GenAI: Design, develop, and deploy robust machine learning models and algorithms to solve complex business problems, with a focus on enhancing various aspects of Funding Circle's operations and decision-making processes. Make use of Generative AI models and services when necessary. Analyse data to identify opportunities to improve Funding Circle's products and processes: We collect large quantities of data as part of running our business, work with analysts and product managers to analyse that data and identify opportunities to enhance decision making and increase automation. Communicate results and engage with stakeholders: Effectively communicate complex technical concepts and findings to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Present insights and recommendations in a clear and concise manner to drive informed decision-making. Mentorship and knowledge sharing: Actively participate in knowledge sharing within the Machine Learning and AI team and the wider data team, providing mentorship to junior team members and contributing to a collaborative and learning-oriented environment. Continuous learning: Keep up-to-date with advancements in machine learning and artificial intelligence. Apply cutting-edge techniques and technologies to address business challenges and maintain a competitive edge in the financial technology sector. What we're looking for Data curiosity and problem solving skills: The ability and willingness to explore, understand and explain complex datasets and identify opportunities for automation and process improvements. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to address real-world business challenges. Practical and outcome driven mindset. Proven machine learning expertise: Demonstrated experience in developing and deploying machine learning models, with a strong understanding of various algorithms, including supervised and unsupervised learning methods. Additional knowledge of GenAI and LLMs is an advantage. Software development skills: Strong programming experience, ideally in Python. Ability and willingness to work alongside machine learning engineers on the production implementation of algorithms and machine learning models. Experience working on production applications with software developers is an advantage. The role will require working in close contact with production systems, and quality software engineering practices are essential. Data manipulation, analysis and feature processing: Proficient in data manipulation and analysis using tools like Pandas, Polars, NumPy, and SQL. Ability to work with large-scale datasets and extract meaningful insights. Experience in feature engineering and data preprocessing to optimise input data for machine learning models. Ability to handle data quality issues and outliers effectively. Solid understanding of statistical concepts and techniques for modelling. Collaborative team player: Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively in cross-functional teams, both non-technical (domain experts) and highly technical (software, data and platform engineers). Practical mindset with a focus on team outcomes. Continuous learning and adaptability: Commitment to staying updated on the latest developments in data science and machine learning. Ability to work in a fast paced, high innovation environment. Ready to make a difference? We'd love to hear from you.
Senior Software Engineer We are looking for a Senior Software Engineer in our Credit Decisioning team. Our Credit Decisioning team, part of the Core Services department, is a collaborative group of problem-solvers dedicated to building and refining the technology that delivers near-instant decisions to our customers. As a Senior Software Engineer, you'll play a key role in evolving our bespoke decision engine, which is central to our application process. You'll work closely with talented colleagues to understand and enhance our credit strategy implementation and the software systems that support it. This is an exciting opportunity to make a real impact while growing your expertise in an environment that values innovation, teamwork, and shared success. Please note, the minimum expectation for office attendance is a minimum of two days per week in our central London office. Who are we? We're Funding Circle. We back small businesses to succeed. At Funding Circle, we believe the world needs small businesses. That's why we've made it our mission to help them get the finance they need to grow. With more than a decade of expertise under our belt, we've built a game-changer of a platform with cutting-edge data and technology that's reshaping the landscape of SME lending. Say goodbye to lengthy applications and hello to lightning-fast decisions! In just minutes, SMEs across the UK can get a decision, giving them access to competitive funding in a flash. We know that good business is about good people. So we pride ourselves on providing meaningful, human support as well as fast, hassle-free processes to deliver an unbeatable customer experience. The role You love to build new things but also don't shy away from digging into a legacy codebase. You love to work in a complex problem domain that is implemented with simple software systems. You have an interest or experience in Functional Programming, microservices and/or event-driven architecture. You are a collaborator - you encourage pairing and believe that working together is smarter than working in a silo. You are a teacher - generous with your time and expertise to teach stakeholders and our fellow engineers how to answer their own questions. Proactively problem-solving, identifying and confidently mitigating any risks, issues or control weaknesses that arise in your day-to-day. What we're looking for Experience working with ideally Clojure or at least one major functional programming language (E.g. Scala, Elixir, Haskell, Erlang). Strong fundamental programming skills (data structures, algorithms). Excellent communication skills, both written and spoken. An interest (or experience) in any of Functional Programming, Distributed Systems or Event-Driven Architectures (using Apache Kafka). Knowledge of decision engines wanted but not essential. At Funding Circle we are committed to building diverse teams so please apply even if your past experience doesn't align perfectly with the requirements. Want to learn more? We have a huge impact on the businesses that borrow through our platform, the communities they serve and the overall economy (last year £6.9bn of GDP generated). You can read our full Impact Report here . To see what our customers think, visit our Trustpilot page: Trustpilot . And we're still evolving! Our award-winning multi-product platform is solving more SME finance challenges than ever before. We think big, rally together and meet the needs of SME customers like no other. Why join us? At Funding Circle, we celebrate and support the differences that make you, you. We're proud to be an equal-opportunity workplace and affirmative-action employer. We truly believe that diversity makes us better. As a flexible-first employer we offer hybrid working at Funding Circle, and we've long believed in a 'best of both' approach to in-office collaboration and non-office days. We expect our teams to be in our London office three times a week, where you can take advantage of our newly refurbished hybrid working space, barista made coffee and subsidised lunches (via JustEat) every day! We back our Circlers to build their own incredible career, making a difference to small businesses every day. Our Circler proposition is designed to support employees both in and out of work, and it is anchored around four pillars: Health, Wealth, Development & Lifestyle. A few highlights: Health: Private Medical Insurance through Aviva, Dental Insurance through Bupa, MediCash, access to free online therapy sessions and exclusive discounts with Hertility for reproductive health support. Wealth: Octopus Money Coach, free mortgage advisor partnership and discounts across numerous retailers through Perks at Work. Development: Dedicated annual learning allowance and full access to internal learning platform. Lifestyle: Wellhub (for fitness discounts), Electric Car Scheme and more! And finally, we have award winning parental leave policies supporting parents through enhanced maternity, partner and adoption leave, as well as additional leave for parental bereavement and for fertility treatments. Ready to make a difference? We'd love to hear from you.
Feb 12, 2025
Full time
Senior Software Engineer We are looking for a Senior Software Engineer in our Credit Decisioning team. Our Credit Decisioning team, part of the Core Services department, is a collaborative group of problem-solvers dedicated to building and refining the technology that delivers near-instant decisions to our customers. As a Senior Software Engineer, you'll play a key role in evolving our bespoke decision engine, which is central to our application process. You'll work closely with talented colleagues to understand and enhance our credit strategy implementation and the software systems that support it. This is an exciting opportunity to make a real impact while growing your expertise in an environment that values innovation, teamwork, and shared success. Please note, the minimum expectation for office attendance is a minimum of two days per week in our central London office. Who are we? We're Funding Circle. We back small businesses to succeed. At Funding Circle, we believe the world needs small businesses. That's why we've made it our mission to help them get the finance they need to grow. With more than a decade of expertise under our belt, we've built a game-changer of a platform with cutting-edge data and technology that's reshaping the landscape of SME lending. Say goodbye to lengthy applications and hello to lightning-fast decisions! In just minutes, SMEs across the UK can get a decision, giving them access to competitive funding in a flash. We know that good business is about good people. So we pride ourselves on providing meaningful, human support as well as fast, hassle-free processes to deliver an unbeatable customer experience. The role You love to build new things but also don't shy away from digging into a legacy codebase. You love to work in a complex problem domain that is implemented with simple software systems. You have an interest or experience in Functional Programming, microservices and/or event-driven architecture. You are a collaborator - you encourage pairing and believe that working together is smarter than working in a silo. You are a teacher - generous with your time and expertise to teach stakeholders and our fellow engineers how to answer their own questions. Proactively problem-solving, identifying and confidently mitigating any risks, issues or control weaknesses that arise in your day-to-day. What we're looking for Experience working with ideally Clojure or at least one major functional programming language (E.g. Scala, Elixir, Haskell, Erlang). Strong fundamental programming skills (data structures, algorithms). Excellent communication skills, both written and spoken. An interest (or experience) in any of Functional Programming, Distributed Systems or Event-Driven Architectures (using Apache Kafka). Knowledge of decision engines wanted but not essential. At Funding Circle we are committed to building diverse teams so please apply even if your past experience doesn't align perfectly with the requirements. Want to learn more? We have a huge impact on the businesses that borrow through our platform, the communities they serve and the overall economy (last year £6.9bn of GDP generated). You can read our full Impact Report here . To see what our customers think, visit our Trustpilot page: Trustpilot . And we're still evolving! Our award-winning multi-product platform is solving more SME finance challenges than ever before. We think big, rally together and meet the needs of SME customers like no other. Why join us? At Funding Circle, we celebrate and support the differences that make you, you. We're proud to be an equal-opportunity workplace and affirmative-action employer. We truly believe that diversity makes us better. As a flexible-first employer we offer hybrid working at Funding Circle, and we've long believed in a 'best of both' approach to in-office collaboration and non-office days. We expect our teams to be in our London office three times a week, where you can take advantage of our newly refurbished hybrid working space, barista made coffee and subsidised lunches (via JustEat) every day! We back our Circlers to build their own incredible career, making a difference to small businesses every day. Our Circler proposition is designed to support employees both in and out of work, and it is anchored around four pillars: Health, Wealth, Development & Lifestyle. A few highlights: Health: Private Medical Insurance through Aviva, Dental Insurance through Bupa, MediCash, access to free online therapy sessions and exclusive discounts with Hertility for reproductive health support. Wealth: Octopus Money Coach, free mortgage advisor partnership and discounts across numerous retailers through Perks at Work. Development: Dedicated annual learning allowance and full access to internal learning platform. Lifestyle: Wellhub (for fitness discounts), Electric Car Scheme and more! And finally, we have award winning parental leave policies supporting parents through enhanced maternity, partner and adoption leave, as well as additional leave for parental bereavement and for fertility treatments. Ready to make a difference? We'd love to hear from you.
VP Technology Strategy We are looking for a VP of Technology Strategy in our Tech org. The VP of Technology Strategy will develop and execute the next iteration of the Technology Strategy in alignment with Funding Circle's overall business objectives. This role will be instrumental in shaping our technology roadmap, leading strategic technology initiatives and driving innovation to ensure we maintain competitive advantage. Reporting to the CTO, this person will be a credible, senior leader who has the experience and impact to take us through the next phase of our strategic evolution. Who are we? We're Funding Circle. We back small businesses to succeed. At Funding Circle, we believe the world needs small businesses. That's why we've made it our mission to help them get the finance they need to grow. With more than a decade of expertise under our belt, we've built a game-changer of a platform with cutting-edge data and technology that's reshaping the landscape of SME lending. Say goodbye to lengthy applications and hello to lightning-fast decisions! In just minutes, SMEs across the UK can get a decision, giving them access to competitive funding in a flash. We know that good business is about good people. So we pride ourselves on providing meaningful, human support as well as fast, hassle-free processes to deliver an unbeatable customer experience. The role Develop and execute the next iteration of the Technology Strategy in alignment with Funding Circle's overall business objectives. Identify existing and emerging technologies and trends that can drive growth, innovation and improve operational efficiency. Collaborate with business leaders to understand their needs and translate them into actionable technology solutions. Make recommendations regarding strategic technology investments and partnerships with clear benefits and ROI. Oversee the evolution to a robust, scalable and flexible technology architecture. Define a strategic technology investment roadmap with a specific focus on simplification, automation, and agility, underpinned by a compelling benefits case. Collaborate across Technology to ensure strategic and execution alignment. What we're looking for Proven track record in technology leadership roles, preferably within the fintech industry. Strong understanding of the technology landscape including new and emerging technologies. Demonstrable experience of translating this into a well-executed delivery plan with clear benefits. Experience delivering transformation technology change in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment. Excellent influencing, communication and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with diverse teams and the Exec. Ability to think strategically and execute well. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. At Funding Circle we are committed to building diverse teams so please apply even if your past experience doesn't align perfectly with the requirements. Why join us? At Funding Circle, we celebrate and support the differences that make you, you. We're proud to be an equal-opportunity workplace and affirmative-action employer. We truly believe that diversity makes us better. As a flexible-first employer we offer hybrid working at Funding Circle, and we've long believed in a 'best of both' approach to in-office collaboration and non-office days. We expect our teams to be in our London office three times a week, where you can take advantage of our newly refurbished hybrid working space, barista made coffee and subsidised lunches (via JustEat) every day! We back our Circlers to build their own incredible career, making a difference to small businesses every day. Our Circler proposition is designed to support employees both in and out of work, and it is anchored around four pillars: Health, Wealth, Development & Lifestyle. A few highlights: Health: Private Medical Insurance through Aviva, Dental Insurance through Bupa, MediCash, access to free online therapy sessions and exclusive discounts with Hertility for reproductive health support. Wealth: Octopus Money Coach, free mortgage advisor partnership and discounts across numerous retailers through Perks at Work. Development: Dedicated annual learning allowance and full access to internal learning platform. Lifestyle: Wellhub (for fitness discounts), Electric Car Scheme and more! And finally, we have award winning parental leave policies supporting parents through enhanced maternity, partner and adoption leave, as well as additional leave for parental bereavement and for fertility treatments. Ready to make a difference? We'd love to hear from you.
Feb 12, 2025
Full time
VP Technology Strategy We are looking for a VP of Technology Strategy in our Tech org. The VP of Technology Strategy will develop and execute the next iteration of the Technology Strategy in alignment with Funding Circle's overall business objectives. This role will be instrumental in shaping our technology roadmap, leading strategic technology initiatives and driving innovation to ensure we maintain competitive advantage. Reporting to the CTO, this person will be a credible, senior leader who has the experience and impact to take us through the next phase of our strategic evolution. Who are we? We're Funding Circle. We back small businesses to succeed. At Funding Circle, we believe the world needs small businesses. That's why we've made it our mission to help them get the finance they need to grow. With more than a decade of expertise under our belt, we've built a game-changer of a platform with cutting-edge data and technology that's reshaping the landscape of SME lending. Say goodbye to lengthy applications and hello to lightning-fast decisions! In just minutes, SMEs across the UK can get a decision, giving them access to competitive funding in a flash. We know that good business is about good people. So we pride ourselves on providing meaningful, human support as well as fast, hassle-free processes to deliver an unbeatable customer experience. The role Develop and execute the next iteration of the Technology Strategy in alignment with Funding Circle's overall business objectives. Identify existing and emerging technologies and trends that can drive growth, innovation and improve operational efficiency. Collaborate with business leaders to understand their needs and translate them into actionable technology solutions. Make recommendations regarding strategic technology investments and partnerships with clear benefits and ROI. Oversee the evolution to a robust, scalable and flexible technology architecture. Define a strategic technology investment roadmap with a specific focus on simplification, automation, and agility, underpinned by a compelling benefits case. Collaborate across Technology to ensure strategic and execution alignment. What we're looking for Proven track record in technology leadership roles, preferably within the fintech industry. Strong understanding of the technology landscape including new and emerging technologies. Demonstrable experience of translating this into a well-executed delivery plan with clear benefits. Experience delivering transformation technology change in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment. Excellent influencing, communication and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with diverse teams and the Exec. Ability to think strategically and execute well. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. At Funding Circle we are committed to building diverse teams so please apply even if your past experience doesn't align perfectly with the requirements. Why join us? At Funding Circle, we celebrate and support the differences that make you, you. We're proud to be an equal-opportunity workplace and affirmative-action employer. We truly believe that diversity makes us better. As a flexible-first employer we offer hybrid working at Funding Circle, and we've long believed in a 'best of both' approach to in-office collaboration and non-office days. We expect our teams to be in our London office three times a week, where you can take advantage of our newly refurbished hybrid working space, barista made coffee and subsidised lunches (via JustEat) every day! We back our Circlers to build their own incredible career, making a difference to small businesses every day. Our Circler proposition is designed to support employees both in and out of work, and it is anchored around four pillars: Health, Wealth, Development & Lifestyle. A few highlights: Health: Private Medical Insurance through Aviva, Dental Insurance through Bupa, MediCash, access to free online therapy sessions and exclusive discounts with Hertility for reproductive health support. Wealth: Octopus Money Coach, free mortgage advisor partnership and discounts across numerous retailers through Perks at Work. Development: Dedicated annual learning allowance and full access to internal learning platform. Lifestyle: Wellhub (for fitness discounts), Electric Car Scheme and more! And finally, we have award winning parental leave policies supporting parents through enhanced maternity, partner and adoption leave, as well as additional leave for parental bereavement and for fertility treatments. Ready to make a difference? We'd love to hear from you.
Senior Product Manager We are looking for a Senior Product Manager in our FlexiPay team. You will lead our mobile app team and deliver on the agreed customer & business outcomes. The ideal candidate will be a strategic thinker with a deep understanding of mobile app development and user experience. You will be responsible for driving the strategic vision, roadmap, development, and success of our mobile app with end to end ownership of the mobile app lifecycle from ideation, launch of features, and ongoing optimisation. Who are we? We're Funding Circle. We back small businesses to succeed. At Funding Circle, we believe the world needs small businesses. That's why we've made it our mission to help them get the finance they need to grow. With more than a decade of expertise under our belt, we've built a game-changer of a platform with cutting-edge data and technology that's reshaping the landscape of SME lending. Say goodbye to lengthy applications and hello to lightning-fast decisions! In just minutes, SMEs across the UK can get a decision, giving them access to competitive funding in a flash. We know that good business is about good people. So we pride ourselves on providing meaningful, human support as well as fast, hassle free processes to deliver an unbeatable customer experience. The role Defining and executing the long-term product vision and strategy for our mobile app Prioritising features and functionalities development based on user needs, market trends and business objectives Conducting market research, analysing user feedback, and staying updated on industry trends to identify new product opportunities and enhance existing features Collaborating with cross-functional teams (engineering, design, marketing, etc.) to define product requirements, user stories, and success criteria whilst ensuring alignment with the product roadmap Leading end-to-end product development lifecycle, including discovery & ideation, development, testing, launch, and post launch monitoring Overseeing the development and maintenance of the mobile app, ensuring high-quality standards and timely delivery Ensuring the security and compliance of the app, addressing potential vulnerabilities and threats whilst optimising for performance and scalability Building strong relationships with stakeholders and communicating effectively across all levels of the organization What we're looking for 3-5 years experience as a Product Manager for a B2B product (or similar role) Deep understanding of mobile app development processes, including agile methodologies Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and prioritise effectively Strong leadership and communication skills Experience with user experience design principles and user research methodologies Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills Knowledge of React Native technology preferred but not necessary At Funding Circle we are committed to building diverse teams so please apply even if your past experience doesn't align perfectly with the requirements. Why join us? At Funding Circle, we celebrate and support the differences that make you, you. We're proud to be an equal-opportunity workplace and affirmative-action employer. We truly believe that diversity makes us better. As a flexible-first employer we offer hybrid working at Funding Circle, and we've long believed in a 'best of both' approach to in-office collaboration and non-office days. We expect our teams to be in our London office three times a week, where you can take advantage of our newly refurbished hybrid working space, barista made coffee and subsidised lunches (via JustEat) every day! We back our Circlers to build their own incredible career, making a difference to small businesses every day. Our Circler proposition is designed to support employees both in and out of work, and it is anchored around four pillars: Health, Wealth, Development & Lifestyle. A few highlights: Health: Private Medical Insurance through Aviva, Dental Insurance through Bupa, MediCash, access to free online therapy sessions and exclusive discounts with Hertility for reproductive health support. Wealth: Octopus Money Coach, free mortgage advisor partnership and discounts across numerous retailers through Perks at Work. Development: Dedicated annual learning allowance and full access to internal learning platform. Lifestyle: Wellhub (for fitness discounts), Electric Car Scheme and more! And finally, we have award winning parental leave policies supporting parents through enhanced maternity, partner and adoption leave, as well as additional leave for parental bereavement and for fertility treatments. Ready to make a difference? We'd love to hear from you.
Jan 27, 2025
Full time
Senior Product Manager We are looking for a Senior Product Manager in our FlexiPay team. You will lead our mobile app team and deliver on the agreed customer & business outcomes. The ideal candidate will be a strategic thinker with a deep understanding of mobile app development and user experience. You will be responsible for driving the strategic vision, roadmap, development, and success of our mobile app with end to end ownership of the mobile app lifecycle from ideation, launch of features, and ongoing optimisation. Who are we? We're Funding Circle. We back small businesses to succeed. At Funding Circle, we believe the world needs small businesses. That's why we've made it our mission to help them get the finance they need to grow. With more than a decade of expertise under our belt, we've built a game-changer of a platform with cutting-edge data and technology that's reshaping the landscape of SME lending. Say goodbye to lengthy applications and hello to lightning-fast decisions! In just minutes, SMEs across the UK can get a decision, giving them access to competitive funding in a flash. We know that good business is about good people. So we pride ourselves on providing meaningful, human support as well as fast, hassle free processes to deliver an unbeatable customer experience. The role Defining and executing the long-term product vision and strategy for our mobile app Prioritising features and functionalities development based on user needs, market trends and business objectives Conducting market research, analysing user feedback, and staying updated on industry trends to identify new product opportunities and enhance existing features Collaborating with cross-functional teams (engineering, design, marketing, etc.) to define product requirements, user stories, and success criteria whilst ensuring alignment with the product roadmap Leading end-to-end product development lifecycle, including discovery & ideation, development, testing, launch, and post launch monitoring Overseeing the development and maintenance of the mobile app, ensuring high-quality standards and timely delivery Ensuring the security and compliance of the app, addressing potential vulnerabilities and threats whilst optimising for performance and scalability Building strong relationships with stakeholders and communicating effectively across all levels of the organization What we're looking for 3-5 years experience as a Product Manager for a B2B product (or similar role) Deep understanding of mobile app development processes, including agile methodologies Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and prioritise effectively Strong leadership and communication skills Experience with user experience design principles and user research methodologies Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills Knowledge of React Native technology preferred but not necessary At Funding Circle we are committed to building diverse teams so please apply even if your past experience doesn't align perfectly with the requirements. Why join us? At Funding Circle, we celebrate and support the differences that make you, you. We're proud to be an equal-opportunity workplace and affirmative-action employer. We truly believe that diversity makes us better. As a flexible-first employer we offer hybrid working at Funding Circle, and we've long believed in a 'best of both' approach to in-office collaboration and non-office days. We expect our teams to be in our London office three times a week, where you can take advantage of our newly refurbished hybrid working space, barista made coffee and subsidised lunches (via JustEat) every day! We back our Circlers to build their own incredible career, making a difference to small businesses every day. Our Circler proposition is designed to support employees both in and out of work, and it is anchored around four pillars: Health, Wealth, Development & Lifestyle. A few highlights: Health: Private Medical Insurance through Aviva, Dental Insurance through Bupa, MediCash, access to free online therapy sessions and exclusive discounts with Hertility for reproductive health support. Wealth: Octopus Money Coach, free mortgage advisor partnership and discounts across numerous retailers through Perks at Work. Development: Dedicated annual learning allowance and full access to internal learning platform. Lifestyle: Wellhub (for fitness discounts), Electric Car Scheme and more! And finally, we have award winning parental leave policies supporting parents through enhanced maternity, partner and adoption leave, as well as additional leave for parental bereavement and for fertility treatments. Ready to make a difference? We'd love to hear from you.
Head of Marketing, FlexiPay We are looking for a Head of Marketing in our FlexiPay team. The FlexiPay team develops and grows new short-term lending products for small businesses in the UK. The team has a clear mandate to act as a start-up organisation within the broader Funding Circle organisation in order to rapidly launch and scale new product ideas. Who are we? We're Funding Circle. We back small businesses to succeed. At Funding Circle, we believe the world needs small businesses. That's why we've made it our mission to help them get the finance they need to grow. With more than a decade of expertise under our belt, we've built a game-changer of a platform with cutting-edge data and technology that's reshaping the landscape of SME lending. Say goodbye to lengthy applications and hello to lightning-fast decisions! In just minutes, SMEs across the UK can get a decision, giving them access to competitive funding in a flash. We know that good business is about good people. So we pride ourselves on providing meaningful, human support as well as fast, hassle-free processes to deliver an unbeatable customer experience. The role As the Head of FlexiPay Marketing, you will support the business through a rapid scale-up and beyond. Responsible for the GoTo-Market strategy, working closely with the FlexiPay and the Marketing team, driving new users through acquisition and continued usage, and growing brand awareness. Build and deliver a comprehensive growth plan to deliver our strategic pillar of being number one in new products within the SME sector. Talking to our target customers, develop and execute ideas to drive user acquisition, adoption, and retention. Understand the target customer, work with the Product, Marketing, and Sales teams to develop the proposition, messaging, pricing, UX, and nurture user journeys to improve end-to-end conversion and activation rates. Collaborate closely with the Marketing team to develop a holistic marketing strategy covering marketing channels and touch points such as digital, email, social, partner marketing, content marketing strategy. Work closely with the Product team to unlock value across the product lifecycle, using data and customer insights to drive distinctive, well-crafted product marketing content, messaging, and communications. Collaborate with cross-functional teams (engineering, product, design, marketing) to implement features that our customers find compelling. Own and manage your own growth initiatives, reporting progress to the team regularly; unlock new opportunities for growth through rapid testing of new channels, segments, and campaigns. Working with the Head of Digital, drive our organic search growth strategy including managing an external copywriter and SEO agency. Work closely with CRM to develop an ongoing lifecycle communications strategy to encourage activation and usage of our products amongst our existing book of customers in line with company targets. Develop proper tracking for growth KPIs and ROI and continuously monitor and report progress against them. Proactively problem solve, identifying and confidently mitigating any risks, issues, or control weaknesses that arise in your day-to-day. What we're looking for 5+ years of leadership experience in growth and/or product marketing or experience working for a start-up/scale-up as the sole responsible individual for growth; experience in a high growth organisation highly valued. High energy, driven, and an organised self-starter whilst being adaptable and flexible, and focused on outcomes. Strong focus on the customer, ability to understand customer data deeply, and translate customer needs into a compelling proposition. Strong ownership mentality and proven ability to successfully lead complex initiatives involving a broad range of stakeholders, from ideation to implementation. Proven track record of delivery with the ability to operate strategically whilst remaining hands-on and leaning in wherever needed. Ability to extract and use relevant data to drive continued hypotheses-based experimentation and robust, fact-based strategy and initiatives. Ability to drive decisive actions that result in measurable outcomes through balanced judgement, excellent strategic thinking, quantitative skills, and logical reasoning. Passionate about Funding Circle's mission and values - agile, collaborative, creative, great to work with. Understanding of credit, payment, and B2B products and marketing, underlying profitability metrics & product profitability drivers highly valued. At Funding Circle we are committed to building diverse teams so please apply even if your past experience doesn't align perfectly with the requirements. Want to learn more? We have a huge impact on the businesses that borrow through our platform, the communities they serve, and the overall economy (last year £6.9bn of GDP generated). You can read our full Impact Report here . To see what our customers think, visit our Trustpilot page: . And we're still evolving! Our award-winning multi-product platform is solving more SME finance challenges than ever before. We think big, rally together and meet the needs of SME customers like no other. Why join us? At Funding Circle, we celebrate and support the differences that make you, you. We're proud to be an equal-opportunity workplace and affirmative-action employer. We truly believe that diversity makes us better. As a flexible-first employer, we offer hybrid working at Funding Circle, and we've long believed in a 'best of both' approach to in-office collaboration and non-office days. We expect our teams to be in our London office three times a week, where you can take advantage of our newly refurbished hybrid working space, barista-made coffee, and subsidised lunches (via JustEat) every day! We back our Circlers to build their own incredible career, making a difference to small businesses every day. Our Circler proposition is designed to support employees both in and out of work, and it is anchored around four pillars: Health, Wealth, Development & Lifestyle. A few highlights: Health: Private Medical Insurance through Aviva, Dental Insurance through Bupa, MediCash, access to free online therapy sessions and exclusive discounts with Hertility for reproductive health support. Wealth: Octopus Money Coach, free mortgage advisor partnership and discounts across numerous retailers through Perks at Work. Development: Dedicated annual learning allowance and full access to internal learning platform. Lifestyle: Wellhub (for fitness discounts), Electric Car Scheme and more! And finally, we have award-winning parental leave policies supporting parents through enhanced maternity, partner and adoption leave, as well as additional leave for parental bereavement and for fertility treatments. Ready to make a difference? We'd love to hear from you.
Jan 25, 2025
Full time
Head of Marketing, FlexiPay We are looking for a Head of Marketing in our FlexiPay team. The FlexiPay team develops and grows new short-term lending products for small businesses in the UK. The team has a clear mandate to act as a start-up organisation within the broader Funding Circle organisation in order to rapidly launch and scale new product ideas. Who are we? We're Funding Circle. We back small businesses to succeed. At Funding Circle, we believe the world needs small businesses. That's why we've made it our mission to help them get the finance they need to grow. With more than a decade of expertise under our belt, we've built a game-changer of a platform with cutting-edge data and technology that's reshaping the landscape of SME lending. Say goodbye to lengthy applications and hello to lightning-fast decisions! In just minutes, SMEs across the UK can get a decision, giving them access to competitive funding in a flash. We know that good business is about good people. So we pride ourselves on providing meaningful, human support as well as fast, hassle-free processes to deliver an unbeatable customer experience. The role As the Head of FlexiPay Marketing, you will support the business through a rapid scale-up and beyond. Responsible for the GoTo-Market strategy, working closely with the FlexiPay and the Marketing team, driving new users through acquisition and continued usage, and growing brand awareness. Build and deliver a comprehensive growth plan to deliver our strategic pillar of being number one in new products within the SME sector. Talking to our target customers, develop and execute ideas to drive user acquisition, adoption, and retention. Understand the target customer, work with the Product, Marketing, and Sales teams to develop the proposition, messaging, pricing, UX, and nurture user journeys to improve end-to-end conversion and activation rates. Collaborate closely with the Marketing team to develop a holistic marketing strategy covering marketing channels and touch points such as digital, email, social, partner marketing, content marketing strategy. Work closely with the Product team to unlock value across the product lifecycle, using data and customer insights to drive distinctive, well-crafted product marketing content, messaging, and communications. Collaborate with cross-functional teams (engineering, product, design, marketing) to implement features that our customers find compelling. Own and manage your own growth initiatives, reporting progress to the team regularly; unlock new opportunities for growth through rapid testing of new channels, segments, and campaigns. Working with the Head of Digital, drive our organic search growth strategy including managing an external copywriter and SEO agency. Work closely with CRM to develop an ongoing lifecycle communications strategy to encourage activation and usage of our products amongst our existing book of customers in line with company targets. Develop proper tracking for growth KPIs and ROI and continuously monitor and report progress against them. Proactively problem solve, identifying and confidently mitigating any risks, issues, or control weaknesses that arise in your day-to-day. What we're looking for 5+ years of leadership experience in growth and/or product marketing or experience working for a start-up/scale-up as the sole responsible individual for growth; experience in a high growth organisation highly valued. High energy, driven, and an organised self-starter whilst being adaptable and flexible, and focused on outcomes. Strong focus on the customer, ability to understand customer data deeply, and translate customer needs into a compelling proposition. Strong ownership mentality and proven ability to successfully lead complex initiatives involving a broad range of stakeholders, from ideation to implementation. Proven track record of delivery with the ability to operate strategically whilst remaining hands-on and leaning in wherever needed. Ability to extract and use relevant data to drive continued hypotheses-based experimentation and robust, fact-based strategy and initiatives. Ability to drive decisive actions that result in measurable outcomes through balanced judgement, excellent strategic thinking, quantitative skills, and logical reasoning. Passionate about Funding Circle's mission and values - agile, collaborative, creative, great to work with. Understanding of credit, payment, and B2B products and marketing, underlying profitability metrics & product profitability drivers highly valued. At Funding Circle we are committed to building diverse teams so please apply even if your past experience doesn't align perfectly with the requirements. Want to learn more? We have a huge impact on the businesses that borrow through our platform, the communities they serve, and the overall economy (last year £6.9bn of GDP generated). You can read our full Impact Report here . To see what our customers think, visit our Trustpilot page: . And we're still evolving! Our award-winning multi-product platform is solving more SME finance challenges than ever before. We think big, rally together and meet the needs of SME customers like no other. Why join us? At Funding Circle, we celebrate and support the differences that make you, you. We're proud to be an equal-opportunity workplace and affirmative-action employer. We truly believe that diversity makes us better. As a flexible-first employer, we offer hybrid working at Funding Circle, and we've long believed in a 'best of both' approach to in-office collaboration and non-office days. We expect our teams to be in our London office three times a week, where you can take advantage of our newly refurbished hybrid working space, barista-made coffee, and subsidised lunches (via JustEat) every day! We back our Circlers to build their own incredible career, making a difference to small businesses every day. Our Circler proposition is designed to support employees both in and out of work, and it is anchored around four pillars: Health, Wealth, Development & Lifestyle. A few highlights: Health: Private Medical Insurance through Aviva, Dental Insurance through Bupa, MediCash, access to free online therapy sessions and exclusive discounts with Hertility for reproductive health support. Wealth: Octopus Money Coach, free mortgage advisor partnership and discounts across numerous retailers through Perks at Work. Development: Dedicated annual learning allowance and full access to internal learning platform. Lifestyle: Wellhub (for fitness discounts), Electric Car Scheme and more! And finally, we have award-winning parental leave policies supporting parents through enhanced maternity, partner and adoption leave, as well as additional leave for parental bereavement and for fertility treatments. Ready to make a difference? We'd love to hear from you.