Marqeta

Director, GTM Strategy & Operations - EU/UK

United Kingdom

Not SpecifiedCompensation
Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Fintech, Financial ServicesIndustries

Requirements

Candidates must have over 10 years of experience managing a complex Sales Operations function within the FinTech or modern payments industry, with relevant UK/EU market experience. Outstanding problem-solving and analytical skills are essential, including the ability to conduct research, analyze data, develop hypotheses, and synthesize recommendations for executive audiences. A proven track record in process design and documentation, experience managing large-scale projects, strong strategic thinking with execution capabilities, and excellent written and verbal communication skills are also required. The ability to develop tactical initiatives to improve sales productivity and performance, coupled with a self-starter mentality to operate independently, is crucial.

Responsibilities

The Director, Go-To-Market Strategy & Operations will be responsible for defining the strategy and operations of the sales force in the UK, driving reporting and insights for the GTM sales organization. This role involves partnering with Sales executive leadership to translate data into actionable insights, leading internal sales processes and operational activities to maximize sales productivity, and overseeing core areas such as sales performance reporting, cross-functional initiatives to increase sales efficiency, and annual strategic planning. The Director will also manage key company objectives through strong project management skills, establish and lead the GTM strategy & operations function for the region, drive planning efforts for sales strategy, quota setting, team structure, resourcing, and account assignments, and lead annual planning activities including revenue growth projections and headcount planning. Additionally, they will continually optimize the sales funnel through data, systems, strategy, and process, including sales pipeline and forecast management, provide analytical thought leadership, support goal setting and performance measurement, and act as a cross-functional subject matter expert.

Skills

Go-To-Market Strategy
Sales Operations
Sales Strategy
Quota Setting
Team Structure
Resourcing
Account Assignments
Revenue Growth
Headcount Planning
Sales Funnel Optimization
Sales Pipeline Management
Forecast Management
Analytical Thought Leadership
Business Insights
Operational Priorities
Key Performance Metrics
Goal Setting
Performance Measurement
Management Reporting
Cross-functional Collaboration
Project Management

Marqeta

Card issuing and payment processing solutions

About Marqeta

Marqeta provides modern card issuing and payment processing solutions in the fintech sector. Its platform allows businesses to create, issue, and manage payment cards tailored to their specific needs, such as expense management and consumer payments. The service operates through an open API, enabling clients to integrate Marqeta's capabilities into their own applications. This flexibility sets Marqeta apart from competitors, as it caters to a diverse range of clients, including financial institutions and tech companies. The company generates revenue primarily through transaction fees each time a card is used, along with potential setup and service fees. Marqeta's ability to quickly adapt to the growing demand for digital payments, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic, has contributed to its significant presence in the market.

Oakland, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2010Year Founded
$526.5MTotal Funding
IPOCompany Stage
Fintech, Financial ServicesIndustries
501-1,000Employees

Benefits

Medical, dental, & vision coverage
Flexible time off
Paid family leave
Pet insurance
401k match
Equity
Monthly stipends
Company recognition & awards
Employee Stock Purchase Program

Risks

Class action lawsuit may harm Marqeta's reputation and investor confidence.
Increased regulatory scrutiny could raise compliance costs for Marqeta.
EWA platforms might disrupt Marqeta's traditional card issuing model.

Differentiation

Marqeta's open API platform allows for highly customizable payment solutions.
The company operates in 40 countries, offering a global card issuing platform.
Marqeta's cloud-based infrastructure enables instant access to scalable payment systems.

Upsides

Partnership with Slope taps into the growing Buy Now, Pay Later market.
Demand for flexible working capital solutions boosts Marqeta's embedded finance offerings.
Smarter AI models enhance Marqeta's payment processing capabilities.

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