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Senior Complaints Operations Manager at Lendable

Step into a strategic leadership role at one of the UK’s most successful fintech unicorns, valued at over £3.5B. We are looking for an operational heavyweight to lead a 40-person complaints department, turning feedback into a powerful engine for business improvement. This isn't just about regulation; it's about using AI, data science, and high-performance management to redefine consumer finance for millions of users. If you have experience scaling operations in a fast-paced, regulated environment and want to influence the trajectory of a global fintech leader, this is your next career-defining move.

Overview

Role overview

Lead a high-performing department of 40 people for a leading UK fintech unicorn. You will drive the strategic direction of complaints operations across multiple product lines, utilizing data-driven root cause analysis to improve business outcomes. This role focuses on operational excellence, leadership development, and scaling processes within a fast-paced, regulated environment.

Company

Lendable

Lendable

Finance500-1000 employeesLondon, United KingdomGrowth (VC-backed)

£3.5B+ valuation fintech unicorn using AI and data science to revolutionize consumer finance

Backed by Ontario Teachers’ Pension Plan (Teachers’ Innovation Platform), Balderton Capital, FMO, Waterfall Asset Management, Goldman Sachs Growth.

Responsibilities

What you will do

  • Lead and scale a department of 40+ staff, managing managers and team leaders to ensure productivity and consistent quality across all service lines.
  • Conduct deep-dive Root Cause Analysis (RCA) to identify systemic failures and drive long-term business improvements and remediation activity.
  • Manage the strategic relationship with the Financial Ombudsman Service (FOS) and ensure all reporting meets rigorous FCA and DISP regulatory requirements.

Candidate profile

Who this is a fit for

  • Proven operational leadership experience managing teams of 10+ people within a regulated financial services or insurance environment.
  • Strong analytical mindset with the ability to interpret complex performance data to realize cost efficiencies and process optimizations.
  • Energetic leader who thrives in high-growth "unicorn" settings and is comfortable influencing senior stakeholders through periods of rapid change.

What makes it remarkable

Why this role is remarkable

  • Join a UK fintech leader valued at over £3.5B that is actively expanding into new product lines and markets.
  • Move beyond specialist complaint handling into a high-impact operational leadership role with a seat at key governance and Risk Committee meetings.
  • Work in an environment that prioritizes technology, using AI and machine learning to automate operations and drive efficiency.

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