Payment Solutions Strategy Specialist, Merchant Services (Remote US)

RELX; Alpharetta (GA); Remote; USD 125,000 - 148,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading digital payments company seeks a strategic partnerships manager to maintain and establish relationships across payment providers and regulatory bodies. The ideal candidate will bring over five years of payments industry experience, exceptional negotiation, and communication skills, and the ability to influence C-suite executives. Join us and make a significant impact in the U.S. government markets while enjoying a collaborative work environment focused on diversity and inclusion.

Benefits

Annual bonus eligibility

Career advancement opportunities

Strong focus on diversity and inclusion

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in payments industry.
• 5+ years experience in developing strategic relationships.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. payments systems.

Responsibilities

• Establish partnerships across payment providers and regulatory bodies.
• Manage payments audits for compliance.
• Negotiate and execute contracts.

Skills

Negotiation

Communication

Relationship Management

Analytical Skills

Education

BS/BA Degree

Job description

Employer Industry: Digital Payments and Risk Solutions

Why consider this job opportunity:
- Salary up to $148,000
- Eligible for an annual bonus
- Opportunity for career advancement and growth within a leading digital payments organization
- Strong focus on diversity and inclusion with numerous employee networks
- Work in a collaborative environment that values innovative ideas and perspectives
- Chance to make a significant impact in the U.S. government markets through strategic partnerships

What to Expect (Job Responsibilities):
- Establish and maintain partnerships across payment providers, card networks, technology providers, and regulatory bodies
- Manage payment provider and card network audits, ensuring accuracy, integrity, and compliance
- Lead comprehensive business reviews and executive briefings to highlight delivered value and identify future opportunities
- Negotiate and execute contracts that align with organizational needs and ensure successful partnership execution
- Produce and communicate insights and analyses to enhance business performance and drive strategic guidance

What is Required (Qualifications):
- BS/BA Degree
- 5+ years of experience within the payments industry
- 5+ years of experience in developing strategic relationships
- Strong knowledge of the Payments Systems in the U.S. and understanding of the competitive landscape
- Exceptional negotiation, communication, and relationship management skills

How to Stand Out (Preferred Qualifications):
- Experience with contract negotiation, licensing agreements, and revenue-sharing models
- Proficiency in running enterprise account management programs
- Strong analytical skills for reviewing and interpreting financial and operational reports
- Ability to influence and collaborate with C-suite executives and external partners
- Enthusiasm for the company's growth potential

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