Head of Payments (Fintech)

TL;DR

Head of Payments (Fintech): Shaping and executing the payment product strategy for a European payment service provider with an accent on acquiring, transaction processing, and payment infrastructure. Focus on optimizing settlement flows, managing card network partnerships, and expanding payment methods like Open Banking and digital wallets.

Location: London, UK

Company

hirify.global is a payment and software service provider serving small, local businesses across Europe.

What you will do

• Lead and execute the payment product strategy aligned with business objectives and market expansion.
• Manage a team of Product Managers, defining roadmaps and scaling payment capabilities.
• Optimize payment processing, acquiring, and settlement flows to improve efficiency and reduce costs.
• Manage relationships with card networks (Visa, Mastercard), processors, and banking partners.
• Ensure compliance with industry regulations such as PSD2 and PCI-DSS.
• Expand payment method adoption (A2A, Open Banking, digital wallets) to drive transaction volume.

Requirements

• 8+ years of experience in payments, acquiring, or transaction processing.
• Proven track record of leading product teams and executing complex payment roadmaps.
• Deep knowledge of card acquiring, settlement, and reconciliation.
• Experience with FCA, PSD2, and PCI-DSS regulations.
• Strong negotiation skills with card schemes and financial partners.
• Data-driven approach to payment economics and cost optimization.

Culture & Benefits

• Flexible working hours.
• Physical and mental health support via GymPass.
• Extended maternity and paternity leave.
• Health and Life Insurance and Pension Scheme.
• Cycle-to-Work Scheme and 25 days of annual leave.
• Informal office environment in Central London with daily snacks.