Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea
Lead sales growth, operational performance and business improvement for an established personal-lending organisation in Papua New Guinea. Relocation provided from Australia.
Our client is a leading personal-lending provider supporting communities across PNG through its branch network, mobile sales teams and developing online platform.
An exciting opportunity exists for a commercially driven General Manager – Sales + Operations to lead a growing business, improve performance and develop high-performing teams.
Based in Port Moresby, this is a hands-on leadership role overseeing 10 branches, approximately 40–50 sales employees and key operational functions. Regular travel throughout PNG is required.
The opportunity
Reporting to the CEO and working closely with senior leadership, you will:
- Drive sales growth, loan conversions, customer retention and profitability.
- Lead the Manager of Operations and National Sales Manager.
- Oversee branch operations, call centre, agents, online lending and collections.
- Deliver business improvement initiatives and strengthen operational efficiency.
- Establish clear performance targets, reporting and accountability.
- Lead the adoption of new technology and improve sales processes.
- Coach and develop branch leaders, building a high-performance culture.
- Travel regularly across PNG to support teams and improve results.
About you
You will be a commercially astute leader with a strong background in sales and operations.
Ideally, you will bring:
- Leadership experience across multi-site sales or operational environments.
- A record of driving revenue growth and improving performance.
- Experience leading managers, developing teams and implementing change.
- Strong commercial acumen and a hands-on, solutions-focused approach.
- The resilience and adaptability to succeed in a culturally diverse environment.
- A genuine willingness to relocate to and live in Papua New Guinea.
Experience in banking, lending or financial services is advantageous, but not essential. High-performing sales and operations executives from other industries are encouraged to apply.
What's on offer
- Competitive executive remuneration package plus performance bonus opportunity.
- Accommodation and company vehicle provided.
- Annual leave airfares and medical support.
- Relocation and work-permit assistance.
- Initial three-year contract with potential for renewal.
- Opportunity to lead a growing business and make a meaningful impact.
If you're an experienced commercial leader seeking an exciting international opportunity, we want to hear from you.
Apply now or contact Davidson for a confidential discussion.
Please submit your current resume to apply. If you'd like a confidential discussion about the role, please contact George Hall on +61 0468341514 To learn more about Davidson, visit davidsonwp.com.
