Growth Specialist

About Alaan

Alaan is the SuperCard for businesses and the most loved fintech in the Middle East. Our mission is to simplify finance for businesses so they can save time and money.

Alaan provides everything businesses need to manage and control expenses, including the SuperCard, AI-powered automation and insights, streamlined accounting, and centralized dashboards, all in one place.

Over 1500 businesses in the UAE and KSA, from startups to enterprises, use Alaan to control spending and save costs.

Backed by Y Combinator and top global investors- including founders and executives of leading startups - Alaan is built by a world-class team from McKinsey, BCG, Goldman Sachs, Barclays, Zomato, Careem, Rippling, and other high-growth companies.

Were not just building software. Were reimagining how finance works for modern businesses across the region.

About the role

Were looking for a Growth Specialist to join our Growth team at Alaan. This is a hands-on role for someone who enjoys problem-solving, getting into the details, and making systems work efficiently.

Youll primarily be responsible for executing the outbound side of growth managing leads, setting up and monitoring campaigns, handling inbound replies, and ensuring our GTM systems run smoothly.

Youll also support the broader Growth team with research, data management, and day-to-day operations as we experiment and scale.

Its a role that blends analytical thinking with structured execution. If youre curious, process-driven, and excited about learning how high-performing growth teams operate, this is a great place to start.

What you'll do

• Research and categorize leads using tools like Clay and Outreach tools
• Manage and update lead data on Google Sheets and internal dashboards
• Execute outbound campaigns across platforms like LinkedIn and email
• Handle first-line replies from prospects (thank-yous, objections, competitor mentions, referrals, etc.)
• Ensure all automated campaigns are running on time and aligned with ongoing GTM priorities
• Support the Growth team with data cleanup, enrichment, and campaign setup
• Troubleshoot campaign errors and coordinate fixes across tools
• Spot patterns and inefficiencies, and suggest small process improvements

What we are looking for

• Were not expecting you to have a lot of prior growth or GTM experience, what matters most is how you think, learn, and take ownership.
• Curious learner: You naturally ask why things work the way they do and enjoy figuring them out.
• Organized and detail-oriented: Youre comfortable managing sheets, tagging data, and keeping systems clean.
• Strong communicator: You can write short, conversational messages that sound human, not robotic.
• Process thinker: You like structure, checklists, and figuring out the best way to get something done.
• Data-comfortable: You can use Google Sheets confidently and arent intimidated by tools or dashboards
• Resourceful executor: You find ways to move forward even when everything isnt perfectly clear.
• Ownership mindset: You treat every task big or small as something youre responsible for seeing through well.
• Experience with tools like Clay, Apollo or CRMs is a big plus.

What's in it for you

• Contribute to building the Middle Easts most beloved fintech brand from the ground up
• Benefit from a role with significant ownership and accountability
• Thrive in a flexible hybrid culture with ample work-life balance
• Participate in exciting offsite events
• Competitive salary and equity
• Enjoy additional perks like travel allowances, gym memberships, and more