Financing Project & Product Manager
BYD Europe · Hounslow, United Kingdom
About the Role:
We are seeking a Financing Project & Product Manager to oversee the development of BYD’s captive financing solutions for Commercial Vehicles (CV, trucks, buses and light commercial vehicles), Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) and Flash Charging (FS) in the EMEA region. This role will help refine the strategy whilst leading its implementation. This role will play a critical part in developing and executing innovative financing solutions that drive BYD products and services sales growth.
Location: BYD UK, Uxbridge with regular travels to Hounslow
Key Responsibilities:
Financing Products (40%)
- Lead the development and implementation of BYD's finance products framework in line with local market needs, wider company strategy and ad-hoc opportunities
- Support the development of the CV financial services roadmap for EMEA; informing short, mid and long-term plan
- Manage diverse financing products including but not limited to dealer financing, loans, leasing, and Fleet-as-a-Service electrification solutions offered to dealers and end customers
- Work closely with the Head of CV Captive Solutions & Financial Resources, the CV Financing Partnerships & Sales Manager and the Residual Value team to ensure product alignment and relevance
Project & Stakeholder Management (40%)
- Lead the assessment, integration and onboarding of strategic and novel financing partners
- Work hand-in-hand with the CV Financing Partnerships & Sales Manager and support ad-hoc opportunities requiring more tailored solutions
- Act as a key enabler and point of contact for all internal stakeholders within the region for everything financing
- Monitor financing program performance and make real-time adjustments based on market feedback and business needs
Market Intelligence (20%)
- Conduct horizon scanning to ensure the continued competitiveness and relevance of BYD's captive solutions
- Support the BESS and Flash Charging teams by monitoring industry trends and helping develop fit-for-purpose captive financing solutions
- Collect competitive analysis of financing offerings in the European commercial vehicle market
- Provide data-driven insights to support pricing and product positioning decisions
Required Qualifications:
- 5+ years of experience in automotive and/or asset financing, leasing, or related financial services
- OEM background is strongly preferred
- Ability to travel across the EU and the UK
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business Administration or related field
- Experience leading cross-functional and cross-country projects
- Strong understanding of commercial vehicle markets and residual value concepts
- Experience working with banks, leasing companies, and financial institutions
- Fluency in English
- Ability to adapt and learn very quickly
- Ability to evolve with independence
- Excellent analytical and interpersonal skill
- A collaborative team player
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with electric vehicle financing and Fleet-as-a-Service models
- Experience working in cross-functional and international team environments
- Proven track record in project finance
- Ability to analyze business plans and financial models
- Proficiency in a European language
We offer:
- Performance and experience-based competitive remuneration;
- Scottish Widow workplace pension;
- 25 days paid holidays + public holidays;
- On-site free parking;
- Commute allowance;
- Private healthcare;
- Car sacrifice scheme;
- Department & company wide teambuilding events;
- An exciting opportunity to lead the European transition to Zero Emissions transportation and de-carbonization of the economy.