Strategy Manager - Merchant

Global Payments Inc.; Greater London; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Global opportunities

Learning opportunities

Inclusive team

Wellbeing program

Global recognition

Job summary

Global Payments Inc. is seeking a Strategy Manager to shape growth, drive transformative partnerships, and identify new market opportunities across a global payments platform.

You will work with product leaders, business teams and executives to turn insights into actionable strategies and measurable results. You will own initiatives that strengthen market position, guide strategic priorities, and influence investment decisions at the Board level.

Qualifications

• 2–4 years in management consulting, investment banking, corporate strategy, or strategy roles in finance.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with data-driven approaches.
• Experience developing strategic recommendations and actionable insights.
• Passion for innovation with an interest in payments and fintech.
• Proven ability to influence stakeholders across a complex org.
• Excellent verbal and written communication for senior leaders.
• Ownership-driven, able to manage multiple priorities

Responsibilities

• Drive strategic initiatives to unlock growth and strengthen competitive position.
• Shape merchant propositions across segments to deliver greater client value.
• Lead high-profile projects with product implications and measurable outcomes.
• Influence M&A strategy by spotting opportunities to expand capabilities and markets.
• Identify market trends and client needs to inform strategies for future success.
• Create executive-ready recommendations for senior leaders and the Board.
• Build relationships across functions and with external partners to accelerate execution.
• Champion innovation through new products, partnerships, and business models

Skills

Management consulting experience

Strategic thinking

Influence stakeholders

Communication skills

Problem solving

Cross-functional collaboration

Owner mindset

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Ready to take your career global? At Global Payments, we’re shaping the future of commerce. As a Strategy Manager, you’ll play a pivotal role in defining how we grow, innovate, and deliver value for merchants around the world. From launching new products to developing transformative partnerships and identifying new market opportunities, your work will directly influence the future direction of our business.

You’ll join our Corporate Strategy team, a group focused on creating long-term growth and keeping Global Payments at the forefront of payments innovation. Working closely with product leaders, business teams, and senior leaders, you’ll turn insights into action and strategy into tangible results. This is an opportunity to learn from some of the best minds in the industry while gaining exposure to high-impact initiatives across a global organization.

In this role, you’ll shape strategic priorities that drive business growth, influence key investment and partnership decisions, and create new opportunities for merchants worldwide. You’ll own initiatives that strengthen our market position, identify the next areas of innovation, and help define how Global Payments continues to create the future of commerce.

What you’ll own

• Drive strategic initiatives that unlock new growth opportunities and strengthen Global Payments’ competitive position in the payments and financial technology industry.
• Shape merchant propositions across key segments, creating differentiated solutions that deliver greater value for clients and accelerate business performance.
• Lead high-profile projects with product implications, turning strategic ideas into measurable outcomes that drive innovation and growth.
• Influence Global Payments’ mergers and acquisitions strategy by identifying opportunities that expand capabilities, enter new markets, and create long-term value.
• Identify emerging market trends, client needs, and industry shifts, transforming insights into actionable strategies that position the business for future success.
• Create compelling recommendations and executive-level materials that inform decision-making and guide strategic priorities with senior leaders and the Board.
• Build strong relationships across business functions and external partners to align teams, accelerate execution, and maximize impact.
• Champion innovation by evaluating new products, partnerships, and business models that help shape the future of payments and commerce.

What you bring

• 2 to 4 years of experience in management consulting, investment banking, corporate strategy, or a strategy-focused role within a financial institution.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with advanced capabilities in Excel and PowerPoint.
• Experience developing strategic recommendations and translating complex information into clear, actionable insights.
• A passion for innovation and a strong interest in payments, financial technology, and emerging products.
• Proven ability to influence stakeholders and build credibility across a complex organization.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the confidence to engage and collaborate with senior leaders.
• A proactive, ownership-driven mindset with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver results.

Our perks - what we’ll bring for you

• A competitive salary and benefits package that recognizes your contribution
• Opportunities to grow your skills and build your career within a global business
• Access to learning, development and on-the-job experiences that expand your expertise
• A supportive, inclusive team environment where your ideas and input matter
• Time to give back through community and charity initiatives
• A global employee assistance programme to support your wellbeing
• Recognition through a global platform that celebrates your achievements

What makes a Globalpayer?

Globalpayers think like a client, act like an owner and win as one team. We’re curious and innovative – always finding better ways to deliver impact. We empower each other to make decisions, and it’s our passion that drives excellence in everything we set out to do.

Come and be part of an ever-evolving company and get dynamic opportunities that go beyond borders.

Does this sound like you? Then you sound like a Globalpayer. Apply now to take your career Global