Payment Systems Project Manager (for our partner group)

We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Payment Systems Project Manager to coordinate projects focused on Visa and Mastercard payment systems - from membership to certification and then operational support and compliance. The ideal candidate will have in-depth knowledge of card payment ecosystems, including authorization, clearing, settlement, chargebacks, and compliance mandates from Visa and Mastercard, and an understanding of licensing and membership processes.

You will play a crucial role in the successful implementation, upgrade, or integration of payment systems, working cross-functionally with technical, operational, and compliance teams.

WHAT YOU'LL BE WORKING ON

Coordinate end-to-end project management for initiatives involving Visa and Mastercard (e.g., memberships, certifications, new product launches, mandate updates).

Collaborate with payment systems, card processors, payment gateways, and tech teams to ensure complete alignment and timely delivery of projects.

Manage stakeholder communications, reporting on timelines, risks, dependencies, and budgets.

Oversee compliance with Visa/Mastercard rules and regulations, including mandates.

Coordinate certification and testing with Visa and Mastercard (e.g., acquiring, e-commerce, BIN sponsorships).

Ensure proper documentation, training, and change management for all activities and new systems.

WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED IN THIS ROLE

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Business, Information Systems, or related field.

3+ years of experience in project management, ideally in the financial services or payment industry.

Strong understanding of Visa/Mastercard systems, rules, and integration standards.

Proven experience delivering projects involving acquiring platforms.

Excellent communication, organizational, and leadership skills.

WILL BE A PLUS

Experience with payment gateway services, processing systems, or payment orchestration platforms.

Technical understanding of APIs, SDKs, and message formats used in payment switching or processing.