Country Manager Slovakia

About ESKA Finance:

Hi, we’re ESKA Finance. We revolutionize how microbusinesses purchase cars and commercial vehicles by providing them with nearly instant, simple and hassle-free financing solutions. With a unique blend of expertise in both finance and vehicles, we truly understand our customers’ needs and gear our products accordingly.

We were done with traditional banks ignoring the needs of micro-entrepreneurs, so we decided to do things differently. Entrepreneurs and rebels ourselves, we created ESKA to empower small businesses with big dreams. Where banks see problems - we see opportunities. Where they generate inefficiencies and paperwork - we innovate and introduce AI-driven solutions. What takes them weeks, we do in minutes. All of that to fuel our customers’ growth and help them turn their dreams into reality.

We develop innovative technologies that provide underbanked and overlooked borrowers with better access to credit. From our employees to our dealers, partners, and borrowers, we are building a company and a culture around a belief in the power of diversity. 

We closely collaborate with our dealership partners to drive growth and expand the audiences they serve.

Like what you’re hearing? Gear up and join us on this exciting ride to a revolution in SME lending.

 

About You and ESKA Finance: 

The Country Manager's mission is to be the rocket fuel that launches ESKA Finance. This position will lead the charge as we work to develop a market presence in Slovakia. The ideal candidate has experience in building partnership sales and agent / distribution networks. Preferred experience in Automotive Finance / Insurance / Distribution. The ideal candidate will utilize their deep understanding of building partnership distribution networks and extensive network of their contacts to quickly establish partnerships and increase contract volume while gaining market share. Reporting directly to the Co-Founders, they will be in charge of developing the presence in the country.

This role demands delivery in 90 days or less, offering a great opportunity to join the team at the beginning of our journey with enormous career growth prospects.

Are you passionate about driving success in the automotive industry and / or FinTech through collaboration and diversity? 
 

Why Join ESKA:

Innovative Environment: Work at the forefront of AI-driven finance technology, disrupting the status quo in SME financing.

Impactful Work: Empower businesses, transforming aspirations into realities of car ownership and financial independence.

Collaborative Culture: Thrive in a supportive team environment where your ideas are valued, and your contributions make a direct impact on our growth and success.

 

Responsibilities 

• Utilize strong interpersonal and management skills to grow and develop company’s presence in the country

• Develop operations in the Slovak market.

• Establish partner programs with insurance companies and other service providers

• Network and nurture investor contacts.

• Ensure success of the team and maximize profit through deal structuring 

• Develop strategic partnerships with Dealers, Agents and all possible sales channels 

• Consistently analyze and review business trends to identify gaps to plan and execute.

• Represent the company and be in contact with Authorities / Partners / Communities  

• Build high quality relationships at all levels

• Build partnership programs with manufacturers / importers / dealers

• Use data to determine the market share potential for ESKA Finance in Slovakia and Czech Republic, and identify the need for additional team members in the area 

• Establish specific, time-sensitive goals for company development 
   

Experience / Abilities 

• Minimum of 5 years experience working in Automotive Finance / Insurance / Lending or Auto dealerships / Distribution

• Bilingual fluency in Slovak and English 

• Ready to travel 

• Experience with CRM tools
   

Requirements

• Exceptional management, communication, and organizational skills.

• Demonstrated ability to self-organize.

• Strong team orientation with the ability to excel independently.

• Positive, proactive attitude with a strong willingness to learn and adapt.

• Fluency in Slovak and English.

• Experience with CRM tools preferred.

• Ability to commit 24/7.

We believe:

Diversity is a competitive advantage. We celebrate our differences, and are better when we have a variety of experiences, viewpoints, and backgrounds. That is why we finance immigrants. 

Compassion is a strength. We care about our customers and our dealers and look to build long-term relationships with them.

Simplicity is a key feature. We work hard to make our forms and processes as painless and intuitive as possible.

Financial opportunity belongs to everyone. We work every day to improve lives by extending this opportunity.