Senior Payments Schemes Manager

Job Description

Senior Payments Schemes Manager

About Us And Our Team

Does working at one of Europe’s largest fin-tech companies sound interesting to you? Are you keen to join a rapidly growing team, in an international environment where you’ll get tons of opportunities to develop yourself, and collaborate with colleagues from all over Europe? If so, you are in the right place!

As a group, we come from the merger and integration of Nexi, Nets and SIA; with a presence in more than 25 countries, more than 10,000 employees across Europe and experience on the market for more than 80 years. We provide limitless growth opportunities for our employees and our customers.

Why join us in 2026?

Just think of all the virtual shopping platforms, online stores, digital wallets, QR code payments and the contactless payment technology that stands behind them; this is all technology we use daily, the technology that will mark our future.

By joining our team, you will be shaping the future of digital payments with us, working in a modern, innovative, and ever-changing environment. As we come from the merger of numerous companies globally, the opportunity to grow, learn and share expertise with colleagues across the whole organization is enormous.

If you join us in the role of SeniorPayments Schemes Manager, this is what you can expect from us:

• Attractive salary and an overall competitive package
• Medical Plan (Life & Health Insurance)
• Annual Check Up
• Direct Medical Assistance
• Ticket Restaurant Vouchers
• Hybrid working model
• Equipment needed for the role
• Company Blood Bank
• Unlimited eLearning opportunities through Nexi PayTech University
  
  

About Your Future Role

You will be part of the Operations team and report to the COO. This role provides you with the opportunity to work in a hybrid model, combining work from home and from the office. Your local team will be based in Greece.

Your key responsibilities in this role will be:

• Act as a focal point for all international payment Schemes (Visa, Mastercard, Diners, Amex, CUP), facilitating communication, collaboration, and ensuring seamless operations.
• Manage mandates of all international payment Schemes, ensuring ongoing compliance, communicating these mandates internally, initiate & monitor the required changes.
• Communicate effectively with internal stakeholders, providing updates on payment schemes mandates to develop and implement solutions that adhere to the mandates, monitor progress and address any challenges ensuring seamless operations.
• Interact with vendors and external partners, managing relationships to ensure optimal service delivery.
• Perform operational activities with payment Schemes, implementing and overseeing necessary actions to maintain efficient operations.
• Oversee project governance and execution of technical activities leading by involved teams towards timely and effective project delivery.
• Develop internal policies and procedures that align with the mandates and guidelines of the international payment schemes.
  
  

What makes you the best person for this job?

Now when you read about the role, are you curious to discover more? If your answer is yes, check what qualifications make you the right candidate to apply. But keep in mind one thing - on top of your skillset, knowledge and experience, it's your potential that makes a difference for you to achieve your goals in everyday work.

Qualifications needed to be successful in this role:

• Bachelor's degree in finance, business administration, information technology, or a related field. Advanced degree or certification in payments management is a plus.
• Experience in payment schemes management, with a strong understanding of payment processing technologies, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices.
• Experience working with payment service providers, financial institutions, and regulatory bodies.
• Strong knowledge of Payment Schemes (Visa, Mastercard, Diners, Amex, CUP)
• Excellent command of Greek & English language. Italian language knowledge would be considered a plus
• Proficient with MS Office (Excel, Word and PowerPoint)
  
  

Additional skills and experience that would make you stand out:

• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail, with the ability to interpret complex data to design actions and drive implementation
• Result oriented, problem solver able to work under pressure and deliver within set deadlines
• Strong goal-orientation, critical thinking, able to prioritize and work on multiple projects
• Ability to communicate effectively with all hierarchy levels within the organization
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams within Nexi Group and external partners
• Organized team player with a positive “can do” attitude and with that a determination to succeed in a challenging and competitive environment
  
  

About Us

Are you interested in joining one of Europe's leading PayTech companies?

Do you want to be part of a diverse team, collaborating with colleagues from across Europe? If so, you're in the right place!

About The Team

We are the result of merging Nexi, Nets, and Sia, with a presence in over 25 countries. With over 80 years of experience, we offer plenty of opportunities for personal and professional growth

At Nexi, we learn, adapt, and think like entrepreneurs. Discover more about our culture by visiting this page: https://www.nexigroup.com/en/people/life-at-nexi/overview/?utm_source=career-platform&utm_medium=job-openings&utm_content=about-the-team