AVP, Payments (US)

As the Associate Vice President of Payments, you will strategically manage and optimize commercial relationships with leading North American Payment Service Providers (PSPs).

You will leverage your knowledge of the North American payments landscape and PSP capabilities to secure optimal terms, drive product enhancements, and develop close relationships within the North American payments ecosystem. This role is crucial in enhancing the Company’s brand through competitive, robust, and effective payment solutions to help ensure maximum value for money and the continuous availability of industry-leading payment methods for our customers.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join one of the world's leading sports betting companies and join a culture that promotes continuous change, development, and innovation. This highly rewarding role will provide excellent personal development opportunities.

This hybrid role is based from our Denver, Colorado office with an estimated salary range of $175,000 and $250,000 annually, depending on experience.

• Proven experience in managing relationships with Payment Service Providers (PSPs).
• Strong negotiation skills with a track record of successful commercial negotiations.
• In-depth knowledge of the North American payments landscape and regulatory requirements.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical skills to assess supplier performance and drive improvements.
• Experience in stakeholder management and collaboration with internal teams.
• Familiarity with emerging payment technologies and trends.
• Experience in both developing and implementing regionally based payments strategies to align with broader company goals.

• Overseeing and managing all aspects of relationships with a portfolio of PSPs.
• Leading and concluding complex commercial negotiations, including pricing and contractual terms.
• Ensuring compliance with contractual agreements and managing legal discussions.
• Contributing to and implementing the global payments strategy at local and PSP level.
• Optimizing payment processes in collaboration with Payments Operations teams.
• Conducting supplier performance reviews and contributing to product development roadmaps.
• Designing and delivering a robust PSP roadmap based on supplier assessments.
• Communicating effectively with internal and external stakeholders regarding operational issues.
• Participating in strategic discussions impacting the global payment’s function.
• Representing the Company at industry events and maintaining relationships with key players in the payments ecosystem.

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