Payments Project Manager

17 hours ago

Nicosia, Nicosia, Cyprus PayTech Nexus Full time €50,000 - €80,000 per year


JOB TITLE: Payment Projects Manager

TERM: 12 Months 

CLIENT LOCATION: Nicosia, Cyprus

MANDATORY EXPERIENCE: 3-5 years

RELEVANT REQUIREMENTS**:

  • Fluency in Greek and English is required.
  • Payments processes and Lifecycle. 
  • Scheme knowledge. 
  • Work from client premises

PURPOSE OF JOB

We are looking for a Payments Consultant in Program Management to support the successful execution of cross- functional initiatives across our client base. Ideal candidates for this role have solid experience in the payments industry and a strong understanding of the end- to-end payment ecosystem. This includes card scheme operations, digital payments, transaction processing, and industry regulations. You will be responsible for coordinating  projects, supporting daily operational activities, providing strategic insights and ensuring alignment between internal teams and client objectives. Strong communication, analytical thinking and project coordination skills are key to success in this position.

TASKS

Core Responsibilities and Accountabilities

  • Coordinate and manage payments projects from initiation to completion, ensuring alignment with client goals. 
  • Serve as a trusted advisor to clients by analyzing and interpreting Mastercard Announcements and updates, industry trends, and new business and technical announcements, providing guidance on their implications and potential development opportunities.
  • Collaborate closely with client-side business analysis, development, and project management teams, as well as Mastercards internal teams, to ensure effective coordination among all stakeholders and drive the achievement of business goals.
  • Monitor and follow up on project milestones, deliverables, and timelines by coordinating with relevant stakeholders, identifying potential delays or risks, and taking proactive steps to ensure timely and successful execution.
  • Work closely with Client Services, Sales, Product, and other internal teams to align activities and drive client success.

Knowledge and Experience

  • Proven knowledge and experience in the payments industry is required (e.g., card schemes, transaction processing, issuing/acquiring, regulations)
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Project or program management experience in a client-facing or consulting capacity
  • Ability to manage multiple work streams in a structured and organized way
  • Skilled communicator who can simplify complex topics for a range of audiences
  • Comfortable working in a fast-paced and constantly evolving environment
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and other business tools
  • Experience with Mastercard platforms, tools, and programs is a plus
  • Formal project management certification (e.g., PMP, Prince2) is considered an advantage
  • Fluency in Greek and English is required

Mandatory Skills**

  • Fluency in Greek and English is required
  • Proven knowledge and experience in the payments industry is required (e.g., card schemes, transaction processing, issuing/acquiring, regulations)
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and other business tools

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