Senior Manager – Commercial Cards & B2B Payments

About the role

We are looking for a seasoned banking professional to lead the growth of our Commercial Cards and B2B Payments portfolio in Bahrain. The role will focus on acquiring corporate clients, expanding card‑able supplier payment opportunities, and positioning the bank as a strategic partner for enterprise customers.

Key responsibilities

• Drive portfolio growth of commercial cards across large corporates and mid‑market segments.
• Identify and unlock B2B supplier payment opportunities to increase card penetration.
• Develop and execute go‑to‑market strategies aligned with regional priorities.
• Manage relationships with corporate clients, including multinational corporations and large enterprises.
• Position the bank as a trusted advisor on supplier payments and working‑capital optimisation.
• Support product development and launch of new commercial‑card solutions.
• Collaborate with transaction banking, risk, and operations teams.
• Conduct market and competitor analysis to enhance offerings.

Required profile

• 12‑18+ years of experience in corporate banking, payments, or commercial cards.
• Strong expertise in B2B payments and corporate client management.
• Proven track record in business development and revenue growth.
• Experience managing corporate portfolios and cross‑functional teams.
• Excellent communication skills in English; Arabic is an advantage.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced matrix organisation.

Required skills

• Digital payment systems
• Card processing platforms
• Data analysis and data‑driven decision making
• Payment system troubleshooting
• Regulatory compliance and understanding of regional financial regulations