Chief Executive Officer (CEO)

Volta

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The role

The CEO for Azerbaijan will lead the adaptation of Volta’s business model to the local market, develop and execute the market-entry plan, and establish sustainable, profitable operations. The role combines strategic leadership with direct accountability for execution, financial performance, and team development.

Key Responsibilities

Assess the Azerbaijani market, including customer needs, competitors, product categories, pricing, and sales channels.
Evaluate the local legal and regulatory environment and coordinate expert advice on e-commerce, consumer financing, payments, data protection, and other applicable requirements.
Develop and execute the market-entry strategy, business plan, budget, milestones, and measurable KPIs.
Adapt Volta’s e-commerce and in-house installment model to local customer behavior, market conditions, and applicable rules.
Shape the product assortment, supplier and brand partnerships, pricing approach, and delivery solutions.
Grow online sales, revenue, customer acquisition, and repeat purchases; lead marketing, sales, and customer service activity.
Oversee the efficiency of in-house installment processes, balancing accessibility and customer experience with repayment discipline and portfolio quality.
Manage revenue, costs, margins, cash flow, and other key financial indicators; take action based on performance data.
Build and develop the local team, set clear objectives, coach managers, and establish a culture of accountability.
Develop and maintain effective relationships with business partners, investors, service providers, and relevant public institutions.
Report regularly to headquarters and holding leadership, escalating material risks and presenting growth opportunities.

Candidate profile

University degree in Business Administration, Finance, Economics, Law, or a related field.
At least five years in C-level experience in management roles, with direct responsibility for teams, budgets, and business results.
Experience in e-commerce, retail, consumer finance, fintech, or another digital business is preferred.
Experience launching a new market, building a business, or leading a high-growth operation is a strong advantage.
Strong understanding of the Azerbaijani market, customer behavior, and local business environment.
Fluent Azerbaijani and business-level English; Russian or Georgian is an advantage.
Strong strategic, financial, and analytical skills, including the ability to work with KPIs and make data-informed decisions.
Proven leadership, negotiation, communication, and decision-making skills; able to take ownership and deliver in a changing environment.
Confident user of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel; experience with digital platforms and reporting tools is an advantage.

What We offer

The opportunity to build and grow a business in Azerbaijan with the support of an international holding.
A senior leadership role with meaningful influence over strategy, operations, and results.
The opportunity to contribute to the regional growth of an e-commerce and in-house installment model.
Compensation and other terms will be discussed based on the candidate’s experience and expectations.

Please send your CV to the e-mail address in the Apply for job button and use “CEO – Azerbaijan” as the email subject line.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.