AI Strategy Director

Global Payments Inc.; Greater London; On-site; GBP 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Global Payments Inc. in Greater London is seeking an AI Strategy Director to define and evolve our AI strategy across the corporate strategy team. You will lead high-impact, cross-functional initiatives translating strategic ideas into measurable outcomes and guiding executive decisions.

You will engage with senior stakeholders, develop market assessments, and champion innovative AI products and partnerships shaping the future of payments and fintech.

Qualifications

• 6-10 years in management consulting, investment banking, corporate strategy, PE, or strategy roles in financial institutions.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; ability to influence and present at executive level.
• Interest in AI and finance, with experience communicating strategic ideas clearly.

Responsibilities

• Lead the definition and evolution of Global Payments' AI strategy.
• Stay at the forefront of AI developments and translate insights into strategic actions.
• Oversee cross-functional projects with product/commercial impact and ensure execution.
• Own strategic market assessments and identify early AI trends and client needs.
• Develop executive materials and influence decisions with senior leaders and the Board.
• Build credible relationships across business units to drive alignment and remove blockers.

Skills

Management consulting

Investment banking

Corporate strategy

Private equity

AI strategy

Analytical thinking

Executive communication

Stakeholder management

Leadership

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Ready to take your career global?

Make your mark at one of the biggest names in payments. We're looking for a AI Strategy Director for our Corporate Strategy team and help shape the future of global commerce. We are growing our AI team and looking for exceptional talent across multiple levels. You'll join a diverse, international group of strategists who are passionate about payments and fintech. We are a team of naturally curious people who love exploring new ideas, challenging assumptions, and debating different viewpoints to arrive at the best outcomes. Equally important, we are deeply collaborative, always willing to lend a hand, share perspectives, and help each other grow and succeed.

What You'll Own

• Lead the definition and evolution of Global Payments' AI strategy.


• Stay at the forefront of developments in AI, ensuring Global Payments has the most accurate and up to date view of developments as they emerge


• Help us think through how AI will progress and its impact on the Fintech industry and Global Payments


• Lead and oversee high-profile, cross-functional projects with product/commercial implications, translating strategic ideas into measurable outcomes while ensuring successful execution and stakeholder alignment.


• Own strategic market assessments and identify emerging trends, client needs, and industry shifts, transforming insights into actionable strategies that position the business for future success.


• Develop and deliver compelling recommendations and executive-level materials that influence decision-making and guide strategic priorities with senior leaders and the Board.


• Lead and influence senior stakeholder relationships across business units, product, technology, finance, sales, and external partners to drive alignment, accelerate execution, and remove barriers to delivery.


• Champion innovation by leading the evaluation of new products, partnerships, and business models, helping shape the future of payments and commerce.

What You'll Bring

• 6-10 years of experience in management consulting, investment banking, corporate strategy, private equity, or a strategy focused role within a financial institution


• A strong interest in AI, and a passion for learning


• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with advanced capabilities in Excel and PowerPoint


• Demonstrated track record of leading complex strategic initiatives and delivering measurable business outcomes in a fast-paced, matrixed environment.


• Exceptional communication, executive presentation, and storytelling skills, including experience preparing materials for C-suite leaders and Boards of Directors.


• Ideally, a deep interest in payments, financial technology, software, commerce, and emerging technology trends, with the ability to identify and capitalize on new growth opportunities.


• Proven ability to influence stakeholders and build credibility across a complex organization.


• A highly proactive, ownership-oriented leadership style, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver results.


• Demonstrated ability to coach and develop junior team members across both hard skills (e.g., strategic analysis, business model development) and soft skills (e.g., stakeholder management, executive communication)

What makes a Globalpayer

Globalpayers think like a client, act like an owner and win as one team. We're curious and innovative - always finding better ways to deliver impact. We empower each other to make decisions, and it's our passion that drives excellence in everything we set out to do.