This is a hybrid role based in our LA or SF offices and will require you to be in office Tuesdays and Thursdays.
Come lead International growth at the world's first LGBTQ public company. Grindr (NSYE: GRND) is the largest GBTQ+ Social App in the world, used by over 14M+ monthly users in nearly every country in the world, with industry-leading engagement (over 61 minutes per day, greater than Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and Snap) and over 1M+ paying subscribers globally. Grindr has a significant opportunity to drive growth internationally, having grown organically to over 190+ countries around the world, without having fully localized or internationalized our product and business model.
As Grindr's Head of International, you will report directly to the Chief Product Officer and lead our cross-functional international growth and expansion efforts globally. This leader will drive our growth across the globe, identifying which markets to prioritize, developing our product and business strategy to grow, and organizing a cross-functional team to execute that growth.
Bringing your expertise in international strategy you will launch new markets, evaluate product market fit, and drive user acquisition efforts. This role will be an incredible opportunity for you to put your business mindset to work to develop and communicate a compelling roadmap for our international efforts, build and lead a cohesive distributed team, energize the company behind your vision, and serve the largest global network of 14+ mil members of the queer community.
What's the job?Establish and own the global growth strategy, being responsible for our full business growth in international marketsAnalyze local data and market trends to determine best expansion opportunities for growth, particularly taking into account the nuances within our unique customer segmentIdentify "quick wins" in localization strategy to drive further MAU growth in our saturated marketsLaunch and grow new and emerging markets: develop our user acquisition strategy to grow our MAU, our localization and product strategy, and our pricing model in target emerging markets to drive revenue growth.Deploy and manage on-the-ground resources, if necessary, in key high growth marketsLead product and engineering teams on a product roadmap specific to local marketsCollaborate with the executive leadership team in setting overall growth strategy for the companyPerformance Monitoring: Analyze data sets and monitor key performance indicators via regular audits and assessments, to identify growth progress, making any necessary adjustments quicklyBuild out and lead a team of talented leaders that will own regional/country responsibilities as needed.What we'll love about you:12-15 years of experience focused on product-led growth, leading global/international expansion strategyPrior experience launching in emerging markets -- LatAm & APAC regions are a huge plusKeen understanding of growth levers in a DTC/Subscription model, with a successful track record of driving hyper-growthOwnership and Accountability. You take ownership over outcomes, and do whatever it takes to deliver results, demonstrating grit, tenacity, flexibility, and speedDeep experience as a product leader, working cross functionally with product on growthDemonstrated experience building localization strategies for both emerging and mature marketsAn innate hunger to drive business development opportunities and build something from the ground upStrong analytical skills, including working with large data sets to identify and solve business problemsA continuous improvement mindset, with proven experience implementing automations for better workflows; ideally with in depth knowledge of how to use AI to do thisStrong XFN relationship management skills, including the ability to influence and drive consensus among senior leadershipPrior experience hiring and leading local teamsWe'll really swoon if you haveExperience working with marginalized communities including the LGBTQ communityExperience launching new markets across several continentsWhat you'll love about usMission and Impact: Grindr is building the global gayborhood in your pocket. Your role will impact the lives of millions of LGBTQ+ people around the world. Through our success, we are making a world where the lives of our community are free, equal, and just.Family Insurance: Insurance premium coverage for health, dental, and vision for you and partial coverage for your dependents.Retirement Savings: Generous 401K plan with 6% match and immediate vest in the U.S.Compensation: Industry-competitive compensation and eligibility for company bonus and equity programs.Queer-Inclusive Benefits: Industry-leading gender-affirming offerings with up to 90% cost coverage, access to Included Health, monthly stipends for HRT, and more.Additional Benefits: Flexible vacation policy, monthly stipends for cell phone, internet, wellness, food, and commuting, breakfast/lunch provided onsite, and yearly travel & leisure stipend.About GrindrGrindr is building the global gayborhood in your pocket. With more than 13.5 million monthly active users, Grindr has become a fundamental part of the LGBTQ+ community and is charting a path to make the world more free, equal, and just. Since 2015, Grindr for Equality has advanced safety, health, and human rights for millions of Grindr users and the global LGBTQ+ community in partnership with more than 100 community organizations in every region of the world.
Our next evolution is underway as a public company that continues to grow and build meaningful experiences for our users. From social issues to product innovations, we're setting audacious goals for our community and the business, and leveraging the latest tech stacks and a culture of engineering excellence to make it happen. At the heart of our work in this new chapter is a shared set of operating principles centered around cultivating curiosity, thinking big, setting and expediting our ambitious goals, and growing through iteration; all while keeping our users #1.
Grindr is headquartered in West Hollywood, California, with offices in the Bay Area, Chicago, and New York. With atrack record of strong financial performance and plans for continued headcount growth, we're building a team of talented, passionate, and open-minded people who want to disrupt the dating app space, innovate products, and advance LGBTQ+ culture. Come be a part of this exciting journey with us.
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