Director, Open Banking Product Management

Mastercard, Inc.; London; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in financial services is seeking a Director for Open Banking Product Management in London. The role involves driving strategic initiatives, analyzing market dynamics, and mentoring a high-performing team. Ideal candidates will have over seven years of industry experience and a strong understanding of financial services.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in payments and financial services required.
• 4+ years in strategy consulting or internal strategy roles.
• Experience managing cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Drive strategic initiatives for Open Banking.
• Develop narratives and presentations for senior management.
• Analyze industry shifts and competitive dynamics.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Business acumen

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

MBA or advanced degree

Job description

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Director, Open Banking Product Management, London

Mastercard, Inc.

Location: London, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: c29476db8330

Job Views: 5

Posted: 02.07.2025

Expiry Date: 16.08.2025

Job Description:

Our Purpose
Mastercard powers economies and empowers people in 200+ countries and territories worldwide. We support a wide range of digital payments choices, making transactions secure, simple, smart, and accessible. Our technology, innovation, partnerships, and networks combine to deliver unique products and services that help people, businesses, and governments realize their greatest potential.

Title and Summary

Director, Open Banking Product Management

Overview

The Global Open Banking and API team develops the future of open banking and a developer-first approach to support innovation with fintech and partners, aiming to realize Mastercard's multi-rail potential.

The Director will support the development and refinement of commercialization and strategic efforts to increase market share and revenue by creating a competitive advantage.

Key responsibilities include:

• Driving strategic initiatives for Open Banking from conception to execution.
• Developing strategic narratives and impactful presentations for senior management.
• Analyzing industry shifts and competitive dynamics to identify opportunities.
• Partnering with product teams to guide strategic insights and growth avenues.
• Originating and championing growth strategies leveraging market understanding.
• Overseeing operational functions like business reviews, KPI frameworks, and risk management.
• Mentoring junior team members to foster high performance and strategic thinking.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; MBA or advanced degree preferred.
• Knowledge of payments and financial services industry required.
• 7+ years of experience, including 4+ years in strategy consulting or internal strategy roles, with project leadership experience.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and business acumen.
• Experience managing cross-functional teams and influencing stakeholders.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to structure ambiguous problems and navigate organizational complexity.

Corporate Security Responsibility

All activities involving access to Mastercard assets, information, and networks involve inherent risks. Employees must:

• Follow Mastercard's security policies;
• Ensure confidentiality and integrity of accessed information;
• Report security violations or breaches.