Description
I’m partnering with a – based in Canada – an innovator in , to help them find top talent for two critical leadership positions. How you will contribute: • Strategic Leadership: Develop and execute business strategies to enhance the clients position in the payment industry, with a strong focus on PayFac and merchant acquisition. • Operational Management: Oversee day-to-day operations, ensuring efficiency and compliance with industry regulations and standards. • Revenue Growth & Expansion: Drive business development efforts to acquire new merchants, expand market share, and optimize existing relationships. • Partnerships & Alliances: Build and maintain relationships with banks, payment processors, and other strategic partners to enhance the clients service offerings. • Compliance & Risk Management: Ensure all operations align with regulatory requirements and industry best practices in payment facilitation. • Technology & Innovation: Work closely with the technology and product teams to enhance the company’s payment solutions, ensuring they remain competitive and cutting-edge. • Team Leadership & Development: Recruit, mentor, and lead a high-performing team to drive business success and maintain a strong organizational culture. • Financial Oversight: Manage budgets, financial planning, and profitability, ensuring sustainable growth and operational efficiency. • CEO Support: Act as a key advisor to the CEO, assisting in decision-making, strategic planning, and high-level operational execution. What you bring to the table: • Industry Expertise: Minimum of 7-10 years of experience in the payments industry, with a focus on PayFac operations and merchant acquisition. • Leadership Experience: Proven track record in a senior leadership role, managing crossfunctional teams and driving business success. • Operational Knowledge: Deep understanding of the PayFac model, payment processing, underwriting, risk management, and compliance. • Business Acumen: Strong strategic thinking, analytical skills, and ability to identify and capitalize on market opportunities. • Regulatory Compliance: Familiarity with PCI-DSS, AML, KYC, and other financial regulations governing payment processing. • Technical Proficiency: Knowledge of payment processing technology, APIs, and integration with financial platforms is a plus. • Education: Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, or a related field; MBA preferred
