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TamaraMerchant Acquisition Intern
Tamara, a fintech platform active in Saudi Arabia and across the Gulf, is hiring a full-time Merchant Acquisition Intern in the United Arab Emirates. The internship…
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Tamara, a fintech platform active in Saudi Arabia and across the Gulf, is hiring a full-time Merchant Acquisition Intern in the United Arab Emirates. The internship sits in the In-store Operations team and is on-site, with the intern visiting partner stores to sign new businesses and review in-store marketing at existing merchants. The posting describes the setting as a dynamic start-up that suits energetic people who want to learn quickly.…
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Tamara, a fintech platform active in Saudi Arabia and across the Gulf, is hiring a full-time Merchant Acquisition Intern in the United Arab Emirates. The internship sits in the In-store Operations team and is on-site, with the intern visiting partner stores to sign new businesses and review in-store marketing at existing merchants. The posting describes the setting as a dynamic start-up that suits energetic people who want to learn quickly.
The intern spots prospective merchants at their storefronts, explains the benefits of working with Tamara, and builds relationships by understanding each merchant's needs. The work also includes in-person demonstrations of the company's products or services, handling merchant questions, and walking interested merchants through sign-up and setup.
Market feedback is part of the role. The intern collects insights on competitor activity and merchant opinions and reports them, including observations about in-store materials, so the company can shape its strategy and product development.
Applicants should hold a bachelor's degree in business, marketing or a nearby discipline. Arabic and English communication plus persuasion skills are expected, along with organization, attention to detail, stakeholder management and CRM proficiency. The posting asks candidates to work both independently and within a team, to keep up with a quick-moving setting, and to hold a UAE driver's license, which is mandatory.
Responsibilities
- Spot prospective merchants at their storefronts and reach out to them.
- Explain the services and the benefits of partnership to merchants.
- Build relationships by understanding merchants' needs and challenges.
- Conduct in-person demonstrations and respond to merchant concerns.
- Collect market insights, competitor activity and merchant feedback.
- Check in-store marketing visibility at new and existing merchants.
- Walk interested merchants through application and onboarding.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in business, marketing or a related field.
- Persuasive communication in Arabic and English, plus people skills.
- Organized, with strong attention to detail.
- Skill at managing stakeholders and working in CRM systems.
- Able to work solo as well as on a group.
- Valid UAE driver's license.
Qualifications
- Highly energetic and proactive approach.
- Comfort adapting to a fast-paced environment.
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Where is the role based?
The listed location is the United Arab Emirates and the work arrangement is on-site.
What license is required?
A UAE driver's license is mandatory.
What languages are required?
Strong communication in both Arabic and English is expected.
Is a salary stated?
The posting does not specify a salary.
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