Head of Network

About the role

LuoLuo, a fast‑growing fintech enabling African businesses to pay international suppliers, is looking for a Head of Network to own and optimise its payment corridors across francophone Africa. This senior position combines commercial negotiation, operational execution and strategic expansion to ensure faster, more reliable and cost‑effective cross‑border payments.

Key responsibilities

• Own partner relationships and lead commercial negotiations with collectors, banks and FX counterparties.
• Compress treasury and settlement delays, set service‑level agreements and resolve operational bottlenecks.
• Manage concentration risk, diversifying partner exposure while protecting high‑performing corridors.
• Identify and launch new payment rails in additional African markets, negotiating entry terms and building infrastructure from scratch.
• Work autonomously on the ground, coordinating closely with the CEO, treasury and operations teams.

Required profile

• 8+ years of experience in banking, payments, treasury, correspondent banking or PSP/mobile‑money operations within francophone Africa.
• Proven track record of managing and negotiating partner relationships.
• Deep practical knowledge of fund flows in the UEMOA (XOF) and CEMAC (XAF) zones.
• Strong commercial mindset with the ability to turn data into negotiation priorities.
• Fluent in French and professional English, with willingness to travel regularly across the region.

Required skills

• SWIFT messaging (MT103/MT900)

What we offer

• Opportunity to shape the core payment network of a high‑growth fintech.
• High degree of autonomy and direct impact on company economics.
• Dynamic, cross‑functional environment with frequent regional travel.