Senior Technical Project Manager

Verifone; Ashford; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in electronic payment technology, Verifone is seeking a Senior Technical Project Manager to oversee complex projects in the payments domain. The role focuses on implementing integrated solutions for Tier 1/2 retailers, requiring strong technical skills, project management expertise, and effective stakeholder engagement.

Qualifications

• Experience in managing technical projects in software and payments environments.
• Knowledge of Agile and PRINCE2 methodologies is desirable.
• Ability to liaise with non-technical stakeholders effectively.

Responsibilities

• Manage medium to large-scale technical projects from initiation to delivery.
• Collaborate with technical teams and maintain knowledge of payment technologies.
• Act as primary contact for customers during project life cycles.

Skills

Project Management

Stakeholder Management

Technical Acumen

Communication Skills

Microsoft Office Proficiency

Education

Relevant degree or equivalent experience

Tools

JIRA

Confluence

MS Project

Job description

Why Verifone

For more than 40 years Verifone has established a remarkable record of leadership in the electronic payment technology industry. Verifone has one of the leading electronic payment solutions brands and is one of the largest providers of electronic payment systems worldwide. Verifone has a diverse, dynamic and fast paced work environment in which employees are focused on results and have opportunities to excel. We take pride in the fact that we work with leading retailers, merchants, banks, and third party partners to invent and deliver innovative payments solution around the world.

We strive for excellence in our products and services, and are obsessed with customer happiness. Across the globe, Verifone employees are leading the payments industry through experience, innovation, and an ambitious spirit. Whether it’s developing the next platform of secure payment systems or searching for new ways to bring electronic payments to new markets, the team at Verifone is dedicated to the success of our customers, partners and investors.

What's exciting about the role

We are seeking an experienced Senior Technical Project Manager to lead complex customer facing projects in the payments and software domain. This role ensures the successful implementation of integrated payment solutions for Tier 1/2 retailers and merchants within the UK&I market, working as part of the EMEA Project Management Office (PMO). In addition, you will oversee the planning, execution, and delivery of strategic payment solution projects. This role demands strong technical acumen, solid project management expertise, and the ability to liaise confidently with internal stakeholders and customers across all levels.

Our preferred office location for you to work from would be Ashford, Kent but we will also consider candidates who are local to our Heathrow office.

Key responsibilities:

Project Management

• Manage medium to large-scale technical projects from initiation to delivery, ensuring alignment with customer requirements and internal standards.


• Define project objectives, success criteria, schedules, and stakeholder communication plans.


• Proactively identify and manage project risks, dependencies, and assumptions.


• Apply Quality Assurance across all aspects of project delivery to meet business and customer expectations.


• Ensure timely, accurate progress reporting to stakeholders and management.

Technical Engagement

• Collaborate with technical teams to assess feasibility, integration requirements, and system dependencies.


• Interpret and translate technical specifications and architecture requirements for non technical stakeholders.


• Maintain a strong working knowledge of payment industry technologies including APIs, EMV, PCI-DSS compliance, and software/hardware integration.

Stakeholder Management

• Act as the primary point of contact for customers during project lifecycles.


• Lead regular project meetings with clients and internal teams to ensure consistent delivery alignment.


• Occasionally visit client sites to support delivery effectiveness and relationship development.

Collaboration & Continuous Improvement

• Mentor junior team members and contribute to best practices within the PMO.


• Work cross-functionally with internal stakeholders to support resource coordination.


• Take ownership of personal development and stay informed on industry trends, emerging technologies, and PM methodologies.

Skills and Experience we desire

• Demonstrated experience managing technical projects in software and/or payment environments.


• Strong technical foundation and ability to understand complex integrations.


• Proven ability to manage client relationships and cross-functional teams.


• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.


• High level of proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), experience with MS Project is beneficial.


• Familiarity with project tracking and collaboration tools (e.g., JIRA, Confluence) is an advantage.
  

Desirable Qualifications/Experience

• Knowledge of PRINCE2, Agile, or other recognized project management methodologies.


• Experience in the payments industry, including terminal integrations or acquiring platforms.


• Understanding of compliance standards such as PCI-DSS, P2PE, and related frameworks.

Additional Information

• Some travel within the UK & Ireland may be required.


• Training and onboarding on specific Verifone systems and methodologies will be provided.

Our commitment

Verifone is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. Verifone is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.