Director - Strategic Planning

Mastercard; London; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A global payments technology company in London is seeking a Director of Strategic Planning to shape strategy and lead projects. Ideal candidates will have a track record in strategic project leadership and a strong analytical mindset. This role involves working with cross-functional teams to drive change and growth initiatives across the organization.

Qualifications

• Track record of leading high-stakes strategic projects.
• Ability to influence stakeholders and drive change.
• Experience in consulting or in-house corporate strategy roles is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Proactively identify opportunities for growth or improvement within the region.
• Lead cross-functional strategic projects for the region.
• Support other business units in accelerating their growth strategies.

Skills

Analytical mindset

Cross-functional leadership

Problem-solving

Change management

Stakeholder influence

Job description

Our Purpose

Mastercard powers economies and empowers people in 200+ countries and territories worldwide. Together with our customers, we’re helping build a sustainable economy where everyone can prosper. 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 a unique set of products and services that help people, businesses, and governments realize their greatest potential.

Title and Summary

Director - Strategic Planning Overview

The Director of Strategic Planning will play a key role in shaping Mastercard Europe’s strategy and accelerating its execution. They will lead cross-functional projects developing strategic plans in partnership with various business units, identify and pursue new growth opportunities, analyze M&A opportunities, etc. The function is within Europe Strategy & Business Excellence – a great place to learn rapidly by being exposed to the most strategic questions Mastercard Europe faces and by working alongside other smart and driven colleagues.

Role

1. Proactively identify opportunities for growth or improvement within the region.
2. Help regionalize Mastercard’s global strategy and accelerate its implementation.
3. Support other business units in accelerating their growth strategies.
4. Lead cross-functional strategic projects for the region—from defining the problem statement to developing robust execution plans.
5. Drive change by partnering closely with different teams.

All About You

1. Track record of leading high-stakes strategic projects.
2. A problem-solver with an analytical mindset and the ability to cut through noise and complexity.
3. Demonstrated ability to lead and motivate cross-functional teams without direct reporting lines.
4. Ability to influence stakeholders and drive change.
5. Quick to adapt to new topics and projects.
6. Comfortable juggling multiple projects concurrently.
7. Knowledge of payments is a strong plus.
8. Experience in consulting or in-house corporate strategy roles is a plus.
9. Curiosity to learn about various aspects of Mastercard.

Corporate Security Responsibility

All activities involving access to Mastercard assets, information, and networks carry inherent risks. Therefore, every person working for or on behalf of Mastercard must:

• Abide by Mastercard’s security policies and practices.
• Ensure the confidentiality and integrity of accessed information.
• Report any suspected security violations or breaches.
• Complete all mandatory security trainings as per Mastercard’s guidelines.