Is the Head of Growth - Mexico role remote?

It's hybrid — ARQ expects some on-site time in Mexico City.

How much experience is required?

At least 7 years of relevant experience for this Head of Growth - Mexico role.

Where is the role based?

ARQ is hiring for this position in Mexico City.

What seniority level is this role?

ARQ targets director candidates for this position.

Is this full-time or contract?

Full-time for this Head of Growth - Mexico role at ARQ.

Head of Growth - Mexico at ARQ

Joblaze summary

The Head of Growth for Mexico at ARQ is tasked with driving the company's expansion and managing its local P&L, focusing on user acquisition and revenue growth. This role requires a strong grasp of the Mexican market, along with skills in strategic problem-solving and relationship management with local partners and media. Ideal candidates will have over seven years of experience in high-growth tech environments, preferably with a background in consulting or investment banking. ARQ offers a dynamic environment where innovative strategies can significantly impact the fintech landscape.

Joblaze insights

Listed 10 days ago on Joblaze — tracked directly from ARQ's career page.
ARQ has 38 other open roles including Software Engineer (Java Backend), Senior Software Engineer (Java), Lead Software Engineer (Java).

Quick facts

Is the Head of Growth - Mexico role remote?: It's hybrid — ARQ expects some on-site time in Mexico City.
How much experience is required?: At least 7 years of relevant experience for this Head of Growth - Mexico role.
Where is the role based?: ARQ is hiring for this position in Mexico City.
What seniority level is this role?: ARQ targets director candidates for this position.
Is this full-time or contract?: Full-time for this Head of Growth - Mexico role at ARQ.

From the original posting

About ARQ

ARQ is one of the fastest-growing fintechs in the world. Since 2021, ARQ has been on a mission to redefine how Latin Americans manage their global finances. Our powerhouse of products – spending, exchanging, saving, investing, and more - are used already by 2M+ customers in the Americas, and this is your opportunity to be a crucial part of that transformation. Join a team of top talent from the world’s leading fintech and tech companies, and help build a cross-border financial system that’s modern, accessible, and built to scale.

The Role

We are looking for a Head of Growth for Mexico to lead our growth and operations in the country. This is a high-impact leadership role responsible for representing ARQ locally, driving growth, and owning the country’s full P&L. You will act as the bridge between our global teams and the Mexican market bringing local insights to inform strategy and product roadmap, while executing campaigns that resonate with the local audience.

What you'll be doing

Act as ARQ’s primary representative in Mexico and build and strengthen ARQ’s presence and brand in the market, including ARQ's PR and earned media presence in Mexico
Own local P&L, driving user and revenue growth, margin optimization, and improved unit economics
Build and maintain relationships with local partners, brand ambassadors, influencers, and affiliates
Drive Above-The-Line (ATL) efforts, including TV, OTT, OOH, radio, and other mass media to maximize brand reach and efficiency
Act as the voice of the local market, collaborate with global performance marketing and creative teams to ensure brand consistency and localisation across every channel
Build scalable processes to support long-term growth, and hire, develop, and lead the local team over time

What you’ll need to succeed

7+ years of professional experience, including a senior operational role at a high-growth VC-backed tech company with P&L ownership; prior experience at a top-tier management consulting firm (e.g., BCG, Bain, McKinsey) or a bulge bracket investment bank is strongly preferred
Deep understanding of the Mexican market and consumer behavior is a must
Structured problem-solving: you break down ambiguous challenges into clear frameworks, move fast, and communicate findings with precision
Ability to coordinate external partners: media, celebrities, influencers, or affiliates, and manage multiple relationships simultaneously
A self-starter who thrives in ambiguity, takes full ownership, and can lead projects end to end without hand-holding
Track record of building and leading high-performing teams
Proficiency in English and Spanish

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits
Stock options, so you own part of what you build
Discretionary performance bonus
The latest tools and technology
A world-class team that will challenge and grow your skills
The opportunity to help build the best fintech app in Latin America
Office Policy: 3-4 days a week in-office