Manage and grow global strategic partnerships with key payment providers, including local payment methods, card networks, acquirers, and financial institutions
Lead or support high-value negotiations, drive commercial alignment, and ensure mutually beneficial outcomes with partners
Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams including Product, Engineering, Sales, Legal, and Compliance to deliver partnership-driven initiatives
Identify and execute on commercial opportunities to expand revenue, improve performance, and optimise costs across the payment ecosystem
Represent PPRO in industry forums, regulatory discussions, and strategic partner meetings
Monitor partner and market performance, providing insights that inform strategic decisions and commercial planning
Contribute to global initiatives and knowledge-sharing efforts that enhance PPRO’s positioning and operational excellence

Extensive experience in payments, fintech, or financial services, ideally with a focus on strategic partnerships, acquiring, or local payment methods
Proven success managing complex partner relationships across multiple regions and cultures
Strong commercial mindset with experience in contract negotiation and supplier engagement
Comfortable working in a global, matrixed environment and influencing stakeholders at all levels
Strategic thinker with a hands-on approach and excellent problem-solving skills
Outstanding communication, interpersonal, and collaboration abilities

Hybrid working
We offer a hybrid structure with a 3 days / week on site expectation, so you can strike the balance between office and home working. In addition to our 28-day holiday allowance, we also provide a work from abroad policy, enabling employees to work remotely for up to another 30 days per year
Learning and Development
We offer a GBP 500 annual budget to support your professional growth—because investing in your development benefits us all. In addition, we provide leadership cafés, on-the-job training, and other opportunities to help you grow your skills and thrive in your role.
Insurance
Because better safe than sorry
we want our employees to benefit from various insurances including a medical insurance (BUPA health care plan) and a 5% matching pension plan through Now Pensions.
Enhance Family Leave
We understand the importance of family
that's why we offer enhanced family leave to support you during key life moments.
Workplace Nursery Scheme
Save on childcare through salary exchange
Gym membership
PPRO helps contribute towards the costs of your gym membership, supporting your physical fitness journey while easing the burden on your wallet
Mental Health Platform
We’ve teamed up with a top well-being platform to provide one-on-one therapy, chat therapy, therapist-led courses, guided meditations, and more.

Senior Payment Partnerships Manager

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