Overview
Welcoming, collaborative and with the opportunity to make an impact, Galileo is a financial technology company that provides innovative software products and services to power fintechs and financial institutions. Galileo leads with advanced fraud detection, security, analytics and regulatory compliance functionality, paired with flexible programs to accelerate success for payments companies.
We hire energetic and creative employees and provide opportunities to excel in their careers and make a difference for our clients.
Learn more about us at the Galileo careers site.
Responsibilities
- Lead the Mexico-based client success team, including relationship managers, technical project managers, and program and compliance managers.
- Represent Mexico on the global Client Success leadership team, aligning local strategy and resources with global priorities and processes.
- Ensure the team delivers exceptional client experiences—from initial implementation through long-term account management—by driving operational excellence and building trusted relationships that delight clients.
- Lead and develop a diverse, high-impact team by setting clear goals, providing coaching and feedback, and creating opportunities for growth and advancement.
- Serve as a bridge between global leadership and the local team—advocating for company priorities while championing the voice, needs, and accomplishments of the Mexico team across the organization.
- Act as the senior-most leader in Mexico, responsible for creating a high-performing, engaged, and collaborative culture.
- Demonstrate analytical strength to solve problems quickly and locally.
Regulatory & Legal Oversight
Serve as the local legal representative for the company in Mexico, ensuring operations comply with regional laws and regulations.Oversee sponsorship operations and regulatory relationships.Revenue & Commercial Partnership
Partner with revenue leadership in Mexico to support strategic deals and evaluate operational and technical impact of opportunities.Contribute to deal structuring to ensure successful client onboarding and long-term satisfaction.Apply knowledge of our platform capabilities to assess market positioning and identify opportunities for product and solution expansion.Collaborate with product and engineering teams to shape the product roadmap, validate concepts with local clients, and ensure market fit.Formulate and execute regional product strategies leveraging technical and industry expertise.Oversee client programs to meet customer needs and expand market share; monitor performance metrics and drive continuous improvement for operational excellence.Navigate payments ecosystems, especially within Mexico and Colombia.Performance Management & KPIs
Establish and manage KPIs to measure the success of client relationships, program delivery, compliance, and sponsorship activities in Mexico.Track team performance and operational efficiency, using data to drive improvements and resource alignment.Regularly report regional performance to global leadership, sharing insights, risks, and opportunities that inform strategy.Partner with Finance and Operations to ensure revenue contribution, cost structure, and growth goals are met.Foster a results-oriented culture through goal setting, performance reviews, and continuous coaching.Qualifications
10+ years of experience in financial services or fintech, with proven leadership of cross-functional teams in a regional or general management capacity.Deep understanding of the Mexican regulatory and banking environment.Strong client-facing experience with a track record of partnering with commercial teams.Demonstrated ability to work across global teams and align regional strategy with corporate goals.Experience managing technical and product-driven teams is preferred.Required : Bilingual (English and Spanish).Based in Mexico City, able to be onsite weekly.Self-learning skills, including substantial reading and researching.Compensation and Benefits
The base pay range is listed below and final offer is determined by factors such as experience, skills, and location.
This role may be eligible for a bonus and / or long-term incentives. All roles include competitive benefits. More information about employee benefits is available via the link provided by the recruiter.
Supplemental medical, dental, vision and life insurance benefits.Generous vacation and holidaysPaid parental leave for eligible employeesFully stocked kitchen (snacks and drinks)Equal Employment Opportunity
Galileo Financial Technologies provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, national origin, age, disability, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law.
Demographic : LATAM
Galileo invites candidates to voluntarily self-identify race or ethnicity, gender, and / or veteran status. Submission is voluntary and will not affect hiring. Data is confidential and used to measure diversity and inclusion efforts. Completion is voluntary; it will not influence hiring decisions.
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