Head of Payments Strategy & Operations
Location
Manchester, Greater Manchester
Job Type
Full-time
Category
computer-and-mathematical
Posted
June 18, 2026
Head of Payments Strategy & Operations
A growing and innovative regulated financial services organisation is seeking an experienced Head of Payments Strategy & Operations to lead the development, performance, and evolution of its payments function.
This is a key leadership role responsible for overseeing payment operations, scheme relationships, payment technology, and strategic change initiatives. You'll work closely with Product, Technology, Risk, and Operations teams to deliver reliable, scalable, and customer-focused payment services while driving innovation and operational excellence.
Key Responsibilities
Develop and deliver the payments strategy in line with business objectives.
Lead day-to-day payment operations across card payments, UK payment schemes, and international payment services.
Manage relationships with payment schemes, banking partners, and payment service providers.
Drive operational improvements through au...
A growing and innovative regulated financial services organisation is seeking an experienced Head of Payments Strategy & Operations to lead the development, performance, and evolution of its payments function.
This is a key leadership role responsible for overseeing payment operations, scheme relationships, payment technology, and strategic change initiatives. You'll work closely with Product, Technology, Risk, and Operations teams to deliver reliable, scalable, and customer-focused payment services while driving innovation and operational excellence.
Key Responsibilities
Develop and deliver the payments strategy in line with business objectives.
Lead day-to-day payment operations across card payments, UK payment schemes, and international payment services.
Manage relationships with payment schemes, banking partners, and payment service providers.
Drive operational improvements through au...