Head of Launch

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  • Location

    Ukraine /Kyiv only

  • Platform

    Expansion

  • Experience

    4+ years

  • Unit

    Expansion Development

Founded in Kyiv in 2010, Uklon started as a ride-hailing platform and has evolved into a multi-service digital ecosystem integrating ride-hailing, Uklon Delivery, Uklon Ads, and the Uklon Travel bus ticket booking service.
As of April 2026, the Uklon service is available in 27 cities across Ukraine and at the Bukovel tourist complex. The company also operates in Tashkent, Uzbekistan.
We create high-load products with ambitious technological challenges, latest innovations and non-trivial moves behind. Our work framework is to test new hypotheses, push our ideas using the latest tech stack.
Let’s drive the industry together!

Join us as a Head of Launch.

Hiring process

An introduction, a test assignment, and a final meeting.
In case you have any questions, feel free to contact our recruiter directly or via email at au.moc.nolku%40kuitam.atevazyley - we’re here to help!

What our offer includes specifically for this role

    the opportunity to lead the launch of new markets and become part of the team driving the company's international expansion

    the opportunity to strengthen your expertise in identifying and unlocking new business opportunities

    professional growth in a leading technology company — the national leader in ride-hailing, competing alongside global industry players

    the opportunity to influence a product you use yourself

    immersion in a company culture where every teammate is valued and plays an important role in the team's success

    an annual bonus based on the achievement of company goals

    the opportunity to work for a company that is part of the international VEON Group, operating across telecommunications, fintech, mobile services, streaming, healthcare, and other digital businesses

How exactly you can influence the developmentof the Company:

● lead the end-to-end launch process in new markets — from launch planning to successful market entry, ensuring timely execution, tracking progress, and aligning priorities across teams● collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Marketing, Operations, Product, and other key stakeholders, to ensure seamless market launches● identify and mitigate launch risks and blockers by proactively resolving critical issues and coordinating cross-functional efforts● analyze high-potential markets and develop market entry strategies to support the company's international expansion● prepare business plans and present investment cases to key decision-makers● build and maintain strong partnerships with strategic partners, government authorities, vendors, and other key stakeholders● coordinate knowledge transfer and enablement activities by organizing training sessions and preparing materials for internal teams ahead of new market launches● conduct post-launch retrospectives to capture key learnings and continuously improve future market launches

Challenges for three months:

● gain a deep understanding of the ride-hailing industry and Uklon's product ecosystem● conduct market assessments for shortlisted countries in collaboration with the Expansion team● develop the market entry strategy and prepare the launch budget for a new market● secure approval for the investment project and successfully launch the service in a new market

Certainly, we will teach you, but it’s good to have:

● experience launching products or services in new markets● experience in the ride-hailing, delivery, or related business domains● previous experience as a Country Manager

To achieve the results, you will need:

● 4+ years of experience leading new market or project launches● 3+ years of people management experience● strong project management skills, with the ability to develop launch plans, manage timelines, and coordinate multiple workstreams simultaneously● experience owning and managing P&L● strong systems thinking, with the ability to design, structure, and continuously improve processes and operational frameworks● proven experience collaborating across cross-functional teams● strong risk management skills, with the ability to identify potential issues early and drive effective solutions● excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to communicate clearly and concisely and facilitate effective meetings● strong analytical skills, with the ability to work with launch metrics, evaluate performance, and generate actionable insights● English proficiency at C1 level

How do you manage your working hours?

● Flexible schedule based on role responsibilities● Days off with full compensation: 20 for personal needs, 10 for illness, 1 more on a birthday occasion (a gift from the company), up to 8 for blood donation

  • ● Internal knowledge sharing, mentorship programs, and training for soft & hard skills● Professional certifications for experts● Corporate library and subscriptions to information resources● Personal/team learning budget● Corporate discounts and сompensation for English lessons● Long-term training program for managers

  • ● Medical insurance in Ukraine
    ● Paid therapy sessions with Pleso
    ● Providing our soldiers in the Armed Forces with gear and medical supplies
    ● Gamification, gifts, giveaways and partner discounts
    ● Sports events and corporate team buildings
    ● Wellness programs with emotional well-being workshops
    ● Relaxing massage weeks in the office
    ● Promo codes for Uklon rides
    ● Corporate discounts and partial compensation for sports activities

  • Uklon is a socially responsible business and ranks among the Top 10 largest donors supporting the Defense Forces and humanitarian initiatives among Ukrainian businesses in the IT and telecommunications sector.

    The total amount of Uklon’s financial support and investments, including the company’s corporate contributions and charitable donations from its founders, in support of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, volunteer movements, CSR projects, and charitable initiatives, amounted to over 230 million UAH for the period from January 2022 to July 2025. The company is also among the most responsible taxpayers in the IT sector, having paid 680 million UAH in taxes based on its 2024 operating results.

If you're looking for a dynamic and ambitious product company focused on growth and global expansion, passionate about cutting-edge technologies, and eager to reveal your inner drive — join Uklon team!

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