The posting
Head of Overseas Post-Loan Operations
(Japan / Vietnam / Indonesia)
Role Overview
A fast-growing financial services company is hiring a Head of Overseas Post-Loan Operations to take full ownership of post-loan management in one of its key overseas markets (Japan, Vietnam, or Indonesia).
This role acts as the country-level owner for post-loan operations, responsible for team build-out, operational performance, and regulatory compliance across collections, customer service, and outbound calling functions. The position supports multiple overseas expansion models, including acquisition, partnership, and greenfield setup.
Location
- Japan – Tokyo
- Vietnam – Ho Chi Minh City
- Indonesia – Jakarta
Office location to be confirmed after local entity setup. On-site work and reasonable commuting are required.
Key Responsibilities
1. Team Building & Management
- Build and optimize the post-loan organizational structure in the target country
- Manage frontline teams including collections, customer service, and outbound calling, with collections as the core function
- Oversee recruitment support, onboarding, training programs, performance management, and succession planning
- Develop local and expatriate team leaders and mid-level managers, fostering effective cross-cultural collaboration
- Typical team size: 50+ staff
2. Post-Loan Operations & Strategy
- Own core post-loan KPIs and overall operational results
- Design and continuously improve collection strategies, customer service workflows, and outbound calling processes based on local market dynamics
- Drive the use of tools such as IVR, automation, and intelligent task allocation to improve efficiency and control costs
- Leverage data analysis to optimize recovery performance and operational stability
3. Compliance & Risk Management
- Maintain strong knowledge of local regulations related to financial services, labor law, and debt collection Japan: strict compliance and consumer protection standards Vietnam: evolving regulatory environment Indonesia: licensing and industry compliance requirements
- Establish and maintain a robust post-loan compliance framework
- Ensure all post-loan activities meet regulatory and legal standards, minimizing compliance and reputational risks
4. Cross-Functional & External Coordination
- Act as the primary point of contact with HQ functions including risk, finance, legal, and funding
- Coordinate with local partners or acquired entities to ensure smooth operational integration
- Address operational, organizational, and compliance challenges during market setup and scaling
5. Business Stage Adaptation
- Adjust post-loan operating models based on market characteristics and business stage
- Support the full overseas operation lifecycle: setup pilot scale-up
- Ensure post-loan capabilities evolve in alignment with overall business strategy
Requirements
Education
- Bachelors degree or above
- Preferred fields: Finance, Business Administration, International Business, or related disciplines
Experience
- 5+ years of experience in post-loan management, collections, or credit operations
- 3+ years of experience managing large post-loan teams in overseas markets
- Background in Fintech, consumer finance, or cross-border financial services preferred
- Familiarity with structured, scalable post-loan operating models is a plus
Professional Skills
- Strong understanding of post-loan workflows, collection strategies, and compliance requirements
- Demonstrated capability in cost management, process optimization, and risk identification
- Ability to operate effectively in regulated and evolving overseas markets
Leadership & Personal Attributes
- Strong cross-cultural communication and stakeholder management skills
- Results-oriented leadership style with hands-on problem-solving ability
- High resilience and adaptability in fast-paced or early-stage market environments
Language
- English required as a working language
- Japanese / Vietnamese / Indonesian proficiency is a strong advantage
- Candidates with fluent English and basic local language skills will be considered
Other
- Willingness to work on-site (flexible arrangements may be considered for exceptional candidates)
- Strong professional integrity with no adverse compliance or employment records
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive and negotiable total compensation package, aligned with local market standards
- Package may include: Base salary Performance-based bonus Overseas or relocation allowance
- Standard benefits such as social insurance, paid annual leave, and health programs
- Additional support for overseas roles (e.g., housing or transportation allowances), subject to location
Career Prospect
- Country-level ownership of post-loan operations in a strategic overseas market
- Opportunity to build post-loan systems and teams from 0 to 1
- Clear progression path toward regional or global operations leadership roles



