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Head of Financing Solutions – Commercial Vehicles (EMEA)
About BYD
BYD is one of the world’s leading manufacturers of new energy vehicles (NEVs), dedicated to driving sustainable mobility solutions across global markets. In Europe, BYD is expanding rapidly and building innovative financing and leasing solutions to support our customers, dealers, and strategic partners.
About BYD Group
Established in November 1994, BYD Group is a leading multi-sector high-tech company focused on innovation in automotive, rail transit, renewable energy, and electronics.
Committed to fulfilling a better life through technological advancements, BYD Group operates across:
- Over 40 subsidiaries
- A workforce of 900,000+ employees
- 90,000+ engineers globally in 400+ cities, spanning 79 countries
In 2024, BYD Auto delivered 4.27 million NEVs (BEVs + PHEVs) globally, maintaining its position as the world leader in NEV sales.
Operating under the core values of innovation, pragmatism, passion, and competition, BYD Group drives sustainable development through renewable energy solutions.
About the Role
London, UK
This is a strategic and dynamic leadership opportunity to join BYD EMEA’s Financing team and drive business growth in Europe’s commercial vehicle market. reporting to Senior Management at HQ; working fully remotely from location of your choice until relocation to London commences, accompanied by relocation-related benefits (if applicable).
Key Responsibilities
The Head of Financing Solutions will lead financing strategy and execution in UK & Continental Europe, playing a pivotal role in driving sustainable mobility solutions.
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Financing Solutions & Strategy (60%)
- Implement and optimise comprehensive sales financing programs for commercial vehicles
- Manage financing products including (but not limited to):
- Dealer financing
- Loans
- Leasing
- Fleet-as-a-Service electrification solutions for end customers
- Monitor programme performance, making real-time adjustments based on market feedback and business needs
- Collaborate with sales, product, and operations teams to align financing strategies with overall business objectives
Market Intelligence & Residual Value Management (20%)
- Collect competitive analysis of financing offerings in the European commercial vehicle market
- Organise and drive Residual Value (RV) recommendations
- Maintain updated knowledge of:
- Industry trends
- Regulatory changes
- Emerging financing models
- Provide data-driven insights for pricing and product positioning decisions
Partnership & Stakeholder Management (20%)
- Establish and nurture relationships with:
- Banks
- Leasing companies
- Other financial institutions
- Negotiate financing terms and conditions
- Coordinate and deliver training programmes for:
- Internal sales teams
- Dealers
- Financial partners
- Serve as the primary point of contact for all financing-related inquiries
Key Requirements
Minimum Practical Experience
- Develop financing solutions for distributors, end customers, and newly expanded markets across:
- UK
- Continental Europe
- Leverage financing tools to:
- Drive sales conversions
- Deliver product training
- Establish financial partnerships with:
- Local financial institutions
- International institutions
- Manage financing business for distributors
- Oversee full lifecycle of financing projects, including:
- Application review
- Negotiation
- Fund disbursement
- Post-lending management (repayment monitoring)
- Conduct customer credit assessments, identifying financing-related risks
- Ensure HQ and regional team alignment and liaison with external partners
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Additional Responsibilities
- Source market insights and compile business analysis reports
- Monitor industry trends, developments, and regulatory changes
- Fulfill other tasks assigned by management
Minimum Qualifications & Education
- Maximum 3 years set end date, then likely progression to permanent role
- Preference for a minimum of 5 years’ experience in relevant field
Preferred Credentials
- Master’s degree or above
- Major preferred: Finance, Economics, or relevant High-Tech/FinTech focus
About Your Benefits
Join us in pioneering Europe’s transition towards zero-emission transportation:
✅ 25 days annual leave (plus public holidays) ✅ Scottish Widows workplace pension scheme ✅ Commuting allowance ✅ Private Healthcare coverage ✅ Departmental & company-wide team-building events ✅ Opportunity to accelerate sustainable mobility while contributing to BYD’s elite NEV market share achievements
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