Senior Manager, Fintech Partnership

Candescent is the leading cloud‑based digital banking solutions provider for financial institutions. We are transforming digital banking with intelligent, cloud‑powered solutions that connect account opening, digital banking, and branch experiences for financial institutions. Our advanced technology and developer tools enable seamless, differentiated customer journeys that elevate trust, service, and innovation. Success here requires flexibility in a fast‑paced environment, a client‑first mindset, and a commitment to delivering consistent, reliable results as part of a performance‑driven, values‑led team.

With team members around the world, Candescent is an equal opportunity employer.

Candescent is seeking a senior leader and domain expert in a key subset of the fintech industry (e.g., Payments, Identity & Fraud, Wealth, and more) to serve as a strategic voice and connector across the fintech ecosystem. This role is ideal for someone who has worked closely with fintech partners in a partnership capacity and understands how to translate emerging trends into actionable opportunities.

You’ll engage directly with fintechs, represent Candescent in public forums and customer conversations, and help shape our perspective on the evolving fintech landscape. This is a rare opportunity to deepen your expertise, expand your network, and play a visible role in shaping how Candescent shows up in the market.

• Serve as a strategic advisor and domain expert in one or more fintech verticals (e.g., Payments, Identity & Fraud, Wealth).
• Engage with fintechs to identify, evaluate, and cultivate high‑impact partnerships that align with Candescent’s strategic goals.
• Represent Candescent at industry events, conferences, and customer meetings, articulating our point of view on key fintech themes.
• Track and communicate emerging trends, regulatory shifts, and technology developments across the fintech landscape.
• Build and maintain a pipeline of relevant companies and partners that create win‑win opportunities and drive revenue.
• Collaborate with internal teams to develop and execute partnership strategies that meet customer needs and support business growth.
• Contribute to thought leadership efforts through content, speaking engagements, and strategic conversations.

• Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, technology, or related field; advanced degree preferred.
• 8+ years of experience in the fintech industry, with deep expertise in one or more domains.
• Proven experience working with fintechs in a partnership, business development, or strategic engagement role.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with comfort speaking publicly and engaging senior stakeholders.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to translate market insights into strategic action.

• Experience in high‑growth B2B fintech environments.
• Recognized industry certifications or awards.
• Experience working with global fintechs or multicultural teams.
• Published articles, whitepapers, or regular participation in industry panels.
• Multilingual capabilities a plus.

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