Trafalgar Talent is recruiting on behalf of a confidential global client in the fintech space. As they scale internationally, they are seeking a Head of Payments & Payments Compliance to lead their payments, fraud, and compliance functions. This is a pivotal leadership role with global impact, driving both strategy and execution in a fast-paced, regulated environment.
A variety of soft skills and experience may be required for the following role Please ensure you check the overview below carefully.
?? Key Responsibilities: Strategy & Leadership Lead global strategy for payments operations and payment compliance.
Manage and mentor high-performing teams across payments, fraud, and compliance.
Collaborate with leadership across Finance, Risk, Product, and Engineering.
Drive process innovation, scalability, and regulatory readiness.
Compliance & Regulation Ensure compliance with card schemes, PCI DSS, government, and global financial regulations.
Oversee dispute handling, compliance protocols, and internal audit frameworks.
Monitor regulatory developments and align business practices accordingly.
Fraud & Risk Design and implement fraud prevention and detection strategies.
Oversee transaction monitoring, chargeback defense, and dispute trends.
Provide regular fraud and risk performance reporting to senior stakeholders.
Payment Infrastructure & Vendor Management Own relationships with payment processors, gateways, acquirers, and fraud solution providers.
Oversee merchant onboarding, account optimization, and geographic compliance.
Collaborate on reconciliation, transaction forecasting, and reserve management.
Conversion & Innovation Monitor conversion rates, decline trends, and currency performance.
Research and implement regionally appropriate alternative payment methods.
Lead the roadmap for payment innovation and customer experience improvements.
? About You 5+ years of senior experience in global payments, compliance, or fraud risk.
Strong knowledge of payment networks, card schemes, and regulatory compliance.
Proven leadership experience with scaling high-performing teams.
Skilled in working with payment gateways, orchestration tools, and fraud platforms.
Excellent project management and cross-functional collaboration.
Data-driven mindset with strong analytical and reporting skills.
?? Benefits Package Competitive salary + performance bonus
Company pension scheme
BUPA Health & Dental Insurance + Executive Health Assessments
Daily food allowance + chef-prepared meals (onsite)
Netflix, Spotify & retail voucher perks
Mental health support + 24/7 healthline
Onsite gym access + osteopath services
Golf club membership
Cycle to Work Scheme & eye care vouchers
Charity donation matching
Life assurance + financial planning support
Regular team events and socials (including onsite cocktail bar)
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