Scheme Partnership Manager

JR United Kingdom; Slough; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading payment and software service provider is seeking a Scheme Partnerships Manager to enhance relationships with card schemes across Europe. The role involves supporting commercial negotiations, managing operational aspects, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive business success. Candidates should possess outstanding communication skills and experience in payment networks.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Health Insurance

Meal Allowance

25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays

Public Transportation Card

Regular team events

Daily office snacks

Casual office environment

Qualifications

• Proven ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
• Knowledge of payment industry business models is a plus.
• Exceptional relationship-building skills and professionalism.

Responsibilities

• Support and execute commercial discussions with card schemes.
• Manage and prioritize partner relationships.
• Create business models to optimize commercial deals.

Skills

Outstanding communication skills

Project management

Relationship-building

Creative thinking

Data analysis

Education

Experience with payment networks or acquiring/issuing roles

Job description

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Teya is a payment and software service provider, headquartered in London, serving small, local businesses across Europe. Founded in 2019, we build easy-to-use, integrated tools that enable our members to accept payments and boost business performance.

At Teya, we believe small, local businesses are the lifeblood of our communities.

We’re here because we don’t believe there’s a level playing field that gives small businesses a fighting chance against the giants of the high street.

We’re here because we see banks and legacy service providers making things harder for them. We don’t think the best technology or the best service should be reserved for those with the biggest headquarters.

We’re here to fight for a future where small, local businesses can thrive and to commit the same dedication they offer all of us.

Become a part of our story.

We’re looking for exceptional talent to join our mission. We offer a chance to create impact in a high-energy and connected culture, while benefiting from continuous learning opportunities, a supportive community that is proud to serve our mission, and comprehensive benefits.

Hello! We're Teya.

Teya is a payment and software service provider, headquartered in London, serving small, local businesses across Europe. Founded in 2019, we build easy-to-use, integrated tools that enable our members to accept payments and boost business performance.

At Teya, we believe small, local businesses are the lifeblood of our communities.

We’re here because we don’t believe there’s a level playing field that gives small businesses a fighting chance against the giants of the high street.

We’re here because we see banks and legacy service providers making things harder for them. We don’t think the best technology or the best service should be reserved for those with the biggest headquarters.

We’re here to fight for a future where small, local businesses can thrive and to commit the same dedication they offer all of us.

Become a part of our story.

We’re looking for exceptional talent to join our mission. We offer a chance to create impact in a high-energy and connected culture, while benefiting from continuous learning opportunities, a supportive community that is proud to serve our mission, and comprehensive benefits.

Job Description

Job mission

We are seeking a Scheme Partnerships Manager to strengthen Teya’s existing relationships with international card schemes (Visa, Mastercard, Amex, etc.) and develop new partnerships with local European card networks. These relationships are vital for enabling Teya to offer diverse payment methods to our merchants, which is key for their business success. You will serve as a primary contact externally for our scheme partners and internally across teams such as Tech, Pricing, and Risk to facilitate cross-functional projects. Your role will involve managing various commercial and operational topics, shaping, and executing Teya’s global scheme partnership strategies.

The Role

Your specific duties will include:

1. Supporting the preparation and execution of commercial discussions to deepen existing relationships and onboard new card schemes.
2. Managing and prioritizing a wide array of items in our relationships with partners.
3. Creating business models and negotiation strategies to close deals regionally and globally, aiming for optimal commercial terms and reducing payment costs for our customers.
4. Assisting in the discovery and onboarding of new local European card networks such as Cartes Bancaires, Bancomat, Girocard, and emerging alternative payment systems like Account-to-Account payments at point-of-sale.
5. Collaborating with the Scheme Compliance Team to prepare for upcoming changes announced by our scheme partners.
6. Growing and maintaining a network of contacts within the card scheme organizations and the broader payments ecosystem, representing Teya at industry events.

Qualifications

• Outstanding communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Exceptional relationship-building skills and professionalism.
• Creative thinker willing to challenge norms.
• Knowledge of payment industry business models, rules, and regulations is a plus.
• Data and financial analysis skills are advantageous.
• Experience with payment networks or in acquiring/issuing roles is beneficial.

Additional Information

The Perks

• Flexible working hours to suit you and your team.
• Health Insurance.
• Meal Allowance.
• 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Public Transportation Card.
• Regular team events and activities both in and outside the office.
• Daily office snacks.
• Casual, friendly, and informal office environment.