Our client is a globally successful group that has been a leading international provider of sports betting for over 30 years. As a modern online entertainment company, they offer a comprehensive range of sports betting services, casino, live casino, and a variety of exciting games. To strengthen their team, they are seeking a Payment Strategist to oversee and optimize their payment operations.

Responsibilities

• Enforce and maintain a group-wide payment strategy to ensure highly efficient corporate and B2C payment flows.
• Implement payment service providers, credit card processors, e-wallets, EMIs, and traditional banking solutions while maintaining business relationships with these third parties, including negotiating terms and conditions.
• Continuously monitor and evaluate the Group's transactions and cash flows.
• Set up and manage payment transaction reports, assist with audits, and liaise with financial authorities when necessary.
• Identify, propose, and establish business relationships with payment suppliers.
• Oversee the administration of payment contracts.
• Advise stakeholders and C-level management on payment methods, cost structures, and operational performance in local markets, including acceptance rates, fees, and chargebacks.
• Analyze the financial landscape and monitor competitors in the area of payment services.
• Track and evaluate payment-related KPIs to drive continuous improvement.
• Collaborate closely with the finance department, treasury management, business development teams, and external consultants.
• Implement and manage QA processes related to payment operations.

Requirements

• Proficiency in written and spoken English.
• At least 5 years of professional experience in payment strategy, finance, or banking within the gaming industry.
• A strong network for managing PSPs, credit card processors, gateways, and banking relationships.
• Comprehensive understanding of the sports betting and casino business, including customer payment behaviors.
• Excellent communication and editorial skills.

What’s on Offer

• A wide range of challenging responsibilities in an exciting work environment.
• A welcoming, successful team and a modern office environment in one of Malta’s prime locations.
• Competitive remuneration based on qualifications and performance.
• Free lunch at the office three times a week.
• Premium health insurance plan and wellness benefits.
• Free parking and fuel allowance.
• Hybrid working structure.