About the Role
Strivo Labs is seeking a dynamic and results-driven Payroll Lending Manager to lead the expansion of our private-sector payroll lending portfolio. In this pivotal role, you will spearhead strategic employer partnerships, drive loan origination, and ensure robust risk management and compliance. If you possess a strong commercial acumen and are ready to travel extensively across Nigeria to scale our digital lending operations, we want to hear from you.
Key Responsibilities- Identify, onboard, and manage strategic salary deduction partnerships with private-sector corporations and SMEs.
- Drive loan origination, disbursement volumes, and overall portfolio growth in alignment with organizational targets.
- Collaborate with HR and payroll teams to verify employment status, income, and manage deduction compliance.
- Monitor portfolio performance, actively managing PAR and NPL to implement effective recovery strategies.
- Travel extensively across Nigeria to establish employer relationships and support regional sales activities.
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field.
- 6 to 10 years of experience in consumer or retail lending, with specific exposure to payroll or check-off lending.
- Strong credit risk judgment, portfolio analytics skills, and proficiency in loan management systems.
- Prior experience in fintech, digital credit operations, or high-growth financial services environments.
- Relevant professional certifications such as CIBN, RIMAN, or ICAN are an added advantage.
- Competitive salary package with performance-based bonuses.
- Opportunities for career advancement in a fast-growing fintech and digital solutions ecosystem.
- Comprehensive health insurance and wellness benefits.
- Dynamic, innovative, and collaborative work culture.