Payments Director, NA (Cards & APMs)

We at Flywire are seeking a Payments Director NA (Cards & APMs) to manage and grow our partnerships with global card networks acquirers and APMs in North America. This person will be the face of Flywire as it relates to leading the management of domestic network and acquiring partnerships and as the subject matter expert for internal stakeholders. This person will work closely across teams including Operations Pricing Product Marketing Legal & Compliance to evaluate and enable execution of new initiatives. This is a key role that is central to Flywires ability to solve cards related to large and complex payments challenges for its clients globally. This role will report into the Global Head of Card Strategy & Partnerships.

• Develop a deep understanding of Flywires set up with networks and acquirers across multiple business models (referral partnerships integrated partnerships merchant/acquiring relationships)
• Drive new partnership constructs with payment partners in support of Flywires core verticals
• Stay on top of changes and regulations in the market that could materially impact Flywires business and collaborate with internal teams to implement changes 
• Fluent across various processing constructs from MOR to payfac to acquiring. 
• Manage the day-to-day relationship with global payment networks
• Lead cost optimization strategies to drive down Flywires overall processing costs
• Support Flywires growth into virtual card issuance and automation
• Drive global card strategies and methodologies on convenience fees surcharging and industry rules

Qualifications :

Heres What Were Looking For:

• 10 years of experience in card payments at an acquirer card scheme or merchant that required closely working with card acquirers at a technology driven company
• Deep understanding of working style of large global card acquirers and the North America payments ecosystem providers
• Expertise at the technical intricacies of payment processing and comfortable digesting  API specs 
• Familiarity with local card regulations and payment methods
• Strong communication and presentation skills to break down complex ideas and convey them succinctly
• Strong analytical skills to develop business cases and prioritize initiatives accordingly
• Collaborative working style to enable the broader teams to win business
• Track record of building partnerships and conducting strategic negotiations
• Love for process with ability to stay nimble to execute under tight deadlines
• Creative mindset to identify new opportunities and bias towards action to execute
• Ability to influence and collaborate with stakeholders without authority
• Strong preference for candidates located near our geo-clusters and hubs: Los Angeles San Diego San Jose San Francisco Denver Orlando Miami Tampa Atlanta Portland (ME) Kansas City Charlotte New York City Buffalo New Jersey Philadelphia Providence Nashville Austin Dallas Milwaukee Minneapolis Salem (OR) & Chicago.

Additional Information :

What We Offer:

• Competitive compensation including Restricted Stock Units 
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• Flying Start - Our immersive Global Induction Program (Meet our Execs & Global Teams)
• Work with brilliant people that will keep you on your toes learn more about their journeys by checking out #InsideFlywire on social media
• Dynamic & Global Team (we have been collaborating virtually for years!)
• Wellbeing Programs (Mental Health Wellness Yoga/Pilates/HIIT Classes) with Global FlyMates 
• Be a meaningful part in our success - every FlyMate makes an impact
• Competitive time off including FlyBetter Days to volunteer in a cause you believe in and Digital Disconnect Days!
• Great Talent & Development Programs (Managers Taking Flight for new or aspiring managers!)

Submit today and get started!

We are excited to get to know you! Throughout our process you can expect to meet with different FlyMates including the Hiring Manager Peers on the team the VP of the department and a skills assessment. Your Talent Acquisition Partner will walk you through the steps and be your go-to person for any questions.

The US base salary range for this full-time position is $136000-$185000 plus bonus restricted stock units and benefits. Our salary ranges are determined by role position level and location. The range displayed on this job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position across all US locations. Within the range individual pay is determined by work location and several other factors including job-related skills experience relevant education and training. Your Talent Acquisition Partner can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process.

Flywire is an equal opportunity employer. With over 40 nationalities across 12 different offices diversity gender equality and inclusion are at the core of our people agenda. We believe our FlyMates are our greatest asset and were excited to watch our unique culture evolve with each new hire.

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Remote Work :

Yes

Employment Type :

Full-time