Senior Project Manager - Strategic Initiatives

Corpay; City of Edinburgh; Hybrid; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services firm is seeking a Senior Program Manager to oversee enterprise-level initiatives that drive transformation and growth. This hybrid role requires strategic insight, leadership, and management of high-impact projects within their Corporate Payments division. The ideal candidate will have significant project management experience in financial services, supported by relevant certifications. The position offers competitive compensation, a collaborative environment, and a chance to make a significant impact in a fast-paced, dynamic organization.

Benefits

Competitive base salary

Bonus opportunities

Health insurance

Pension plan

Education assistance

Qualifications

• Proven experience in project or program management within financial services.
• Demonstrated success in leading enterprise-level projects.
• Strong business acumen and experience with senior leadership.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end delivery of large, cross-functional projects.
• Serve as the primary lead for business integrations.
• Drive governance and reporting for the strategic initiatives portfolio.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Stakeholder management

Analytical skills

Project management methodologies

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's or MBA

Tools

PMP certification

PRINCE2 certification

Agile certification

Job description

Senior Program Manager; Strategic Initiative & Integrations - Financial Services

What We Need

Corpay is currently looking to hire a new Senior Program Manager; Strategic Initiatives & Integrations, within our Crossborder Division. This position falls under our Corporate Payments line of business and is located in London, UK.

As a successful candidate you will be a seasoned leader responsible for managing high-impact, enterprise-level initiatives that drive transformation and growth within a Financial Services organization. Reporting to the SVP of Strategic Initiatives, this role focuses on complex programs such as business integrations, digital transformation, process modernization, and strategic growth initiatives.

You will combine strategic insight with operational precision‑someone who can navigate ambiguity, build executive alignment, and deliver tangible business outcomes with a decisive, "get it done" attitude.

You will report directly to SVP of Strategic Initiatives and regularly collaborate with the wider global Strategic team (based in Vancouver / Toronto) and various internal departments.

How We Work

As a Senior Program Manager; Strategic Initiatives & Integrations, you will be expected to work in a hybrid office environment. Corpay will set you up for success by providing:

• Assigned workspace in your designated office location
• Company‑issued equipment
• Formal, hands‑on training
• Support and collaboration from a dedicated results focussed Global Strategic Initiatives team

Role Responsibilities

• Leading end-to-end delivery of large, cross-functional projects and strategic programs.
• Serving as the primary lead for business integrations, ensuring seamless alignment of systems, processes, and teams post‑merger or partnership.
• Partnering with senior executives to translate strategic goals into actionable project plans with measurable ROI.
• Driving governance and reporting for the strategic initiatives portfolio, ensuring transparency and accountability.
• Managing project budgets, forecasts, and resource allocations across multiple concurrent initiatives.
• Mentoring junior project managers and contribute to the development of best practices and project standards.
• Proactively identify risks, interdependencies, and change impacts; implement mitigation strategies.
• Influencing decision‑making at the executive level with data‑driven insights and recommendations.

Qualifications & Skills

Education :

• Bachelor's degree required (Master's or MBA preferred).
• PMP, PRINCE2, or Agile certification strongly preferred.

Experience :

• Proven experience of project or program management experience, in financial services, payments, or fintech sectors.
• Demonstrated success leading enterprise-level, multi‑department projects and integrations.
• Strong business and commercial acumen, executive presence, and experience working with senior leadership.

Skills :

• Exceptional leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Expertise in project management methodologies (Waterfall, Agile, or hybrid).
• Strong analytical, financial, and organizational capabilities.
• Resilient, self‑motivated, and results‑driven with a "get it done" mindset.

Core Competencies

• Strategic Leadership & Execution
• Business Integration Expertise
• Executive Communication & Influence
• Cross‑Functional Collaboration
• Risk & Change Management
• Results Orientation

Why Join Us

• We offer a flexible, hybrid work setup based in our UK offices
• Competitive salary and benefits, including bonus, pension, health insurance, and life insurance
• The chance to shape the growth strategy in the UK and contribute to our broader Payments and Crossborder expansion.
• A collaborative, execution-focused team culture with strong cross‑functional support
• The opportunity to make a real impact in a fast‑scaling B2B fintech company

Benefits & Perks

• Competitive base salary, with bonus
• Education assistance, certification reimbursement (e.g., PMP / PRINCE2 / Agile), and professional development
• Pension, Health and life insurance
• Welfare program
• Virtual fitness classes offered company‑wide
• Employee discounts with major providers (i.e. wireless, gym, car rental, etc.)
• Philanthropic support with both local and national organizations
• Fun culture with company‑wide contests and prizes

Our Company & Purpose

Corpay is a global leader in business payments, laser focused on developing smarter ways for businesses to pay their expenses. Since 2000, Corpay has developed innovative digital solutions that help businesses better track, manage, and pay their expenses. Today, Corpay is an S&P 500 company with hundreds of thousands of customers using our products in over 100 countries. Companies of all sizes, industries and geographies rely on our product portfolio to manage spending more quickly, efficiently and securely than ever before.

We embrace a culture grounded in five key values : integrity, collaboration, innovation, execution and people. These values offer you the opportunity to 'thrive & grow' through career development, volunteer, community, and wellness initiatives. This allows you to create a balance between professional goals and personal achievement.

Corpay is also committed to building and nurturing a culture of diversity, inclusion, equality, and belonging by :

• Welcoming people of different backgrounds, cultures, ethnicities, genders, and sexual orientations;
• Empowering our people to share their experiences and ideas through open forums and individual conversations; and
• Valuing each person's unique perspectives and individual contributions.

Embracing diversity enables our people to "make the difference" as CORPAY and its more than 8,000 employees continue to shape the future of global payments. Learn more by visiting www.Corpay.com or following Corpay on LinkedIn.

Equal Opportunity / Affiantative Action Employer

Corpay is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Corpay provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, gender (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, ancestry, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, language, ancestry, genetic information, veteran and / or military status or any other group status protected by federal or local law. If you require reasonable accommodation for the application and / or interview process, please notify a representative of the Human Resources Department.

For more information about our commitment to equal employment opportunity and pay transparency, please click the following links : EEO and Pay Transparency

Why Join Corpay?

• Impact : Play a pivotal role in a growing Strategic Initiaves function, bringing your expertise as the Senior Program Manager
• Global Reach : Be part of a company with a presence in over 80 countries and a team of more than 10,000 employees worldwide.
• Culture : Join a passionate, collaborative, and inclusive team that values your contributions.
• Rewards : Competitive compensation package, including equity, health benefits, and more.
• Growth : Opportunities for professional development and career advancement in a fast-growing company.

CORPAY Enjoys Global Recognition Including :

• Forbes Global Growth Champion : CORPAY (FLEETCOR) is one of the 250 fastest-growing companies in the world as determined by Forbes and Statista.
• Forbes World's Most Innovative Companies : CORPAY (FLEETCOR) has made this prestigious list of leading innovative companies 4 years in a row!
• Fortune 1000 Company : CORPAY (FLEETCOR) was one of the largest movers in the new rankings of the largest companies in America, ranking #872.
• S&P 500 : In 2018, CORPAY (FLEETCOR) joined the S&P stock index comprised of the 500 leading US stocks.

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