Our client in the Payments Industry is looking for a Head of Card Programmes & Scheme Relation to join their team.

Responsibilities

Being the main point of contact for card scheme
Handling the day to day relationship which includes account planning, business reviews as well as reporting and implementation
Heading the strategy and application for a second scheme membership
Establishing the client and support BIN sponsorship opportunities overseas
Own card programme requirements, prioritisation, governance and go-live readiness across product, commercial, processor, partner, BIN, tokenisation and digital wallet activities
Lead cross-functional delivery of card programmes, coordinating Product, Technology, Operations, Compliance, Risk, Finance and external partners
Establish and maintain governance frameworks for sponsored and partner card programmes, ensuring appropriate due diligence, approvals and regulatory oversight
Manage scheme-related commercial activities, including fees, billing, incentives and cost optimisation, in collaboration with Finance
Monitor programme performance, growth, fraud and chargebacks, coordinating corrective actions and providing relevant board-level reporting

Requirements

A minimum of 5 years in card issuing within a Bank, Fintech or programme manager
A minimum of 1 year with direct scheme facing responsibilities
Strong understanding in Mastercard and/or Visa rules, reporting and fee structures
Excellent verbal and written English

Education and Experience

A Degree Level of Education

Benefits

Hybrid after probation
Flexibility

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Head of Card Programmes & Scheme Relations

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