Strategic Partnerships Lead
UK-based | Full-Time | Hastings Office
About Muse
Muse Finance is on a mission to put financial control back in the hands of business owners. We’re reshaping receivables and trade credit finance through technology that integrates seamlessly with banking and accounting systems, giving SMEs fast, transparent access to funding. From invoice and supply finance to flexible BNPL solutions for business, we help companies unlock cash flow and keep operations moving. Based in London and Hastings, we support more than 17,000 customers across the UK, combining fintech innovation with a human approach to deliver finance that works for growing businesses.
The Role
We’re seeking a Strategic Partnerships Lead to expand Muse’s partner ecosystem and scale our embedded finance distribution channels. You’ll work directly with the CEO and leadership team to develop and execute partner strategies across FX platforms, ERPs, embedded platforms, and financial institutions. This is a high-impact, commercial role where you’ll combine deal-making with strategic influence, helping Muse reach SMEs at scale.
What You’ll Do
Identify, build, and manage strategic partnerships across FX, ERP, and embedded finance ecosystems
Collaborate on joint go-to-market strategies, campaigns, and partner enablement initiatives
Structure and negotiate commercial agreements and revenue-sharing frameworks
Orchestrate seamless partner integrations with our product and tech teams (API/ERP/FX)
Represent Muse at commercial meetings, industry events, and conferences
Act as the voice of the partner internally, influencing product and roadmap decisions
What We’re Looking For
Background: 5+ years in fintech B2B partnerships or commercial roles, with a solid finance background. Must have sold financial products.
Skills: Partner identification and negotiation, GTM strategy, and integration orchestration (API/ERP/FX).
Proven track record of structuring and scaling high-impact commercial partnerships
Strong communicator with the ability to build trust at C-level
A self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced, evolving environment
Bonus Points For
Experience with embedded finance distribution
Cross-border or FX partnerships (e.g., Ebury)
Prior exposure to lending APIs or ERP integrations
Why Join Muse
Work directly with leadership to shape our commercial growth engine
Help solve the SME funding gap through smarter embedded finance
Be part of a high-growth, impact-driven fintech with global ambitions
Competitive salary, equity options, and a hybrid working model (Hastings office)