Managing Director - Commercial Leasing & Asset Finance

Key Responsibilities

Strategic and operational leadership of the North American business unit.
Oversight of all core functions including sales, credit, operations, and portfolio management.
Driving business development and long-term growth while aligning with the parent company's global strategy.
Building and maintaining relationships with business partners, vendors, and the board.
Leading and developing a local management team.
Providing regular reporting to the board on business performance and key initiatives.

Requirements

Essential:
University degree
5 to 10 years in a senior leadership position within leasing, commercial lending, or financial services
Deep end-to-end understanding of the leasing business, including origination, credit, operations, and portfolio management
P&L management experience with responsibility for a corporate unit generating substantial revenue
Strong credit analysis and risk assessment capabilities
Proven ability to manage and develop teams while driving performance
Strong networking abilities, both within an organization and externally with partners and clients
Proficiency with enterprise systems such as ERP platforms, CRM tools, and the MS Office suite
English fluency at native or business-proficient level
Entrepreneurial mindset combined with operational discipline
High degree of flexibility, resilience, and a strong work ethic

Preferred

MBA or equivalent advanced degree
Experience in vendor financing and dealer channel business models
Background with a global leasing company or the leasing division of a major international bank
Previous international assignment or cross-border management experience

Benefits

Base salary of approximately $250,000 - $280,000 (more may be considered for an exceptional candidate)
Variable incentive structure (roughly 30% of total compensation)
25 paid leave days
Comprehensive benefits package including 401(k), medical, dental, vision, life insurance, prescription drug coverage, and disability insurance
Company car (partial maintenance)