Strategy -US Expansion

About the Role (US based)

• We are seeking a highly motivated and results-driven Country launcher to lead our expansion efforts and bring Aspire to the US.
• You will be responsible for driving Aspire’s geo expansion strategy in the US and supporting expansion efforts including GTM initiatives, financial and product partnerships. 
• You will play a pivotal role in defining Aspire's US product and GTM roadmap based on business and customer requirements, regulatory environment, and the demands of financial network partners.

What will you be doing?

1. Drive US Expansion Strategy:
• Develop and execute an expansion strategy for the US market, in alignment with the company's overall goals and objectives.
2. Develop the go-to-market plan:
• Develop and execute market positioning, awareness, offering, and distribution initiatives 
• Collaborate with regional and cross-functional teams in support of that plan
3. US Product Roadmap Definition:
• Work closely with product teams to define the US-specific product roadmap, considering business requirements, customer feedback, and the needs of financial network partners.
4. Other expansion support:
• Be the face of Aspire in the US
• Represent Aspire in communications with regulators, central banks, financial partners, distribution partners
• Hiring and administrative support

We would love to get to know you if you have the following: 

• Fluent in English (business context)
• Based in the US market (SF/NY)
• 6 - 8+ years of experience working on payment or fintechs in the US market with a deep understanding of the US payment landscape.
• SMB segment focused preferred.
• Zero to One mindset.  
• Proven track record of successfully driving GTM, growth and/or product
• A strategic thinker with a keen ability to analyze market trends and business opportunities.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment with significant internal and external dependencies.
• Proven leadership skills in driving cross-functional projects to achieve successful outcomes.

Pay and benefits:

The annual US base salary range for this role is $200,000 - $300,000. This salary range may cover a number of levels at Aspire and will be narrowed during the interview process based on a number of factors, including the candidate’s experience, qualifications, performance in the interview process and final location.