Global Payments Professional - Business Development

Trendyol; Marmara Bölgesi; On-site; TRY 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working model

FlexBenefits budget

Well-being support

Training allowance

Ownership from day one

International team

Global mentoring

Job summary

Trendyol is seeking a payments strategy leader to drive the global payments strategy, build partnerships with PSPs and banks, and enable a seamless checkout experience for international growth.

You will optimize costs, drive adoption of new payment methods, and collaborate with product and tech teams for smooth integrations, with a hybrid working model and global collaboration opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master’s degree from a reputable university.
• 4–12 years of experience in payments roles including strategy, business development, partnerships, campaign management, and product ownership.
• Proven experience organizing and directing multiple teams and departments.
• Extremely versatile, dedicated to efficient productivity.
• Excellent knowledge of payment systems/fintech industry.
• Good business acumen and curiosity with understanding of business, competition and growth opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Define and execute the payment collection strategy for Trendyol, aligning with commercial and financial objectives.
• Develop an optimal payment acceptance structure by identifying key payment methods and market-specific customer behaviors.
• Select and manage relationships with payment partners (fintechs, banks, schemes) aligned with Trendyol’s goals.
• Negotiate and close payment partnership agreements to secure advantageous terms with key stakeholders.
• Collaborate with product and tech teams for seamless integration of payment solutions and better user experience.
• Identify process improvements to optimize payment operations and streamline transactions.
• Monitor and analyze key payment metrics to drive enhancements and innovations.
• Systematically analyze regional payment-system-based loyalty programs and integrate relevant models.

Skills

Degree/education

Payments strategy

Team leadership

Versatility/productivity

Payment systems/fintech

Business acumen

Education

Bachelor's or Master's Degree

Job description

About the Team

At Trendyol Finance, we drive financial clarity, sustainability, and smart decision-making at every level of the business.

As a strategic partner to commercial teams, we bridge data with action—ensuring efficiency, compliance, and long-term value creation.

From budgeting to forecasting, we turn numbers into insights that shape Trendyol’s growth journey in a fast-moving ecosystem.

About the Role

In this role, you will lead Trendyol’s global payments strategy, building partnerships with PSPs and banks, and ensuring a seamless checkout experience. You will drive the adoption of new payment methods, optimize costs, and enable efficient payment acceptance to support Trendyol’s international growth.

Your Main Responsibilities

• Define and execute the payment collection strategy for Trendyol, ensuring alignment with our broader commercial and financial objectives.
• Develop an optimal payment acceptance structure by identifying key payment methods and understanding market‑specific customer behaviors.
• Select and manage relationships with payment partners (including fintech companies, banks, and payment schemes), ensuring these partnerships align with Trendyol’s financial and operational goals.
• Negotiate and close payment partnership agreements to secure advantageous terms with key stakeholders.
• Collaborate with the product and tech teams to ensure seamless development and technical integration of payment solutions, enhancing user experience and operational efficiency.
• Continuously identify process improvements to optimize payment operations, streamline transaction processing, and ensure maximum customer satisfaction.
• Monitor and analyze key payment metrics, using insights to drive further enhancements and innovations in the payments space.
• Conduct a systematic analysis of regional payment‑system‑based loyalty programs and strategically integrate relevant models into the Trendyol payment experience.

Qualities We're Looking for

• Bachelor's or Master’s Degree from a reputable university preferably in Engineering, Management, Business, Economics and other quantitative studies
• 4-12 years of experience in payments roles (business functions like strategy, business development, partnership management, campaign management, product ownership)
• Proven experience organizing and directing multiple teams and departments
• Extremely versatile, dedicated to efficient productivity
• Excellent knowledge of the payment systems/fintech industry
• Good business acumen & curiosity, including skill in understanding the business, competition, and growth opportunities

What We Offer

• Hybrid working model with flexibility: a schedule that helps you find the right balance between flexibility and team bonding, including work‑from‑abroad opportunities and a summer working model.
• Customisable FlexBenefits budget: Adjust your daily meal allowance, choose your health insurance package (and extend it to your spouse or children), and pick from additional benefits like fuel support or Trendyol shopping credits.
• Well‑being support: Access to location‑based in‑house doctors, as well as psychologist and dietitian support, and HPV vaccination provision.
• Personalised training allowance and learning opportunities: Use your annual budget for any training or conference of your choice, explore our Learning Management System (LMS) anytime, and join in‑person learning sessions offered throughout the year.
• Responsibility from day one: Take full ownership from the start in a culture where every voice is heard and valued.
• A diverse, international team: Collaborate with global peers across our offices in Berlin, Amsterdam, Dubai, and beyond, in a startup‑spirited and collaborative environment.
• Opportunities to grow with the best: Tackle meaningful challenges, develop through hands‑on experience, and grow with the support of expert guidance and global mentoring.
• Meaningful connections beyond tasks: Be part of team rituals, events, and social activities that help us stay connected and inspired.