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Business & Strategy Associate

  • Team Commercial and Sales
  • Location London, United Kingdom
  • Position Type Full time
  • Reference Number JR0611085
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Job Description

Ready to take your career global?

Make your mark at one of the biggest names in payments. Are you a proactive, analytical and collaborative problem-solver with experience in strategy, either through a top management consultancy, or through an internal strategy role? Looking for an exciting and highly rewarding new career opportunity? We’re looking for a Business and Strategy professional to become a core member of our International Strategy team, to shape and drive the strategy and execution priorities of our business and help shape the future of global commerce.

What You’ll Own

Our team defines and executes what the business needs most, so can be varied across functions and disciplines depending on the project. We provide thought-leadership and translate it to practical objectives and plans which we execute for the business. Examples of work you will own and drive include:

  • Driving and supporting discreet projects to support the strategy. Full range of the project life-cycle from scope, initiate and execute strategic projects derived from the analysis

  • Owning and delivering aspects of periodic strategy refreshes for the International Platforms business.

  • Monitoring and analysing trends shaping the payments ecosystem, including changes in customer behaviour, technology, regulation, payment methods, distribution models, and industry economics.

  • Assessing the strategic implications of market movements for the company’s products, customers, partnerships, and geographic footprint.

  • Developing market expansion plans and requirements.

  • Identifying emerging opportunities and risks, distinguishing structural changes from short-term market developments.

  • Producing and presenting concise, decision-oriented reports and presentations for senior leadership.

What You’ll Bring

  • Proven experience in strategy and project-based business change delivery work
  • Extreme curiosity to understand and think through the underlying challenges of the business and what needs to change to solve them
  • Strong commercial acumen with the ability to identify opportunities and turn them into discreet projects
  • Experience of quantitative market research and knowledge of ISV-led payments and B2B2C business models
  • The ability to navigate change with confidence and adapt quickly in an evolving global environment
  • A bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education, training and experience

About The Team

Our Strategy team for Platforms, International is responsible for the growth of our Platforms business outside of North America and Canada. The team is HQ'd out of London with a significant presence in Australia covering the needs of the ANZ organisation. This is a hybrid role based in London with responsibilities primarily within Europe, however as needs arise we support projects in ANZ too.

Our inclusive and global teams win together every day. We’re proud to have the best minds in the industry, who you can learn from as you grow your career. The people, the energy, the connections

– it’s unmatched. Come and be part of an ever-evolving company and get dynamic opportunities that go beyond borders.

What makes a Globalpayer?

Globalpayers think like a client, act like an owner and win as one team. We’re curious and innovative – always finding better ways to deliver impact. We empower each other to make decisions, and it’s our passion that drives excellence in everything we set out to do.

Does this sound like you? Then you sound like a Globalpayer. Apply now to take your career global.

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Our Benefits

Explore the benefits we offer to Globalpayers in the United Kingdom

  • My Health

    We offer access to medical coverage that supports the health and wellbeing for you and your family

  • My Money

    In addition to base salary, you may be eligible for bonuses and/or equity awards, determined by role, level, impact, and our policies.

    My Lifestyle

    We have a dedicated Wellness Week each year – which includes an extra paid day off - so you can take time to relax, recharge and invest in your wellbeing

  • My Family

    FLEX, our family inclusion community, offers support for all Globalpayers at every stage, from raising families to caring for loved ones

  • My Time Off

    We offer paid time off and public holidays so you can rest, recharge and spend time on what matters most.

    Application steps

    Submit Your Application

    Here's where we'll learn a little about you, why you want to join Global Payments, and why you'd be a good addition to our team. You'll also need to upload your resume and a cover letter too.

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    Application Review

    Once you’ve submitted your application, Globalpayers will review it and see if you’re a good match for the role, team and culture. If you’re successful, we'll invite you for an interview where we can get to know each other better.

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    Interview with a Globalpayer

    This is the time where we get to know you better, and your opportunity to learn more about us. The best way to thrive is to bring your whole self to the conversation. We’ll ask about your skills and experiences, as well as your career aspirations. Depending on the role, you might have multiple interviews with various Globalpayers.

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    Offer and Onboarding

    The exciting part! If you’re the best candidate, your recruiter will be in touch to confirm your offer. If you accept, we’ll walk you through the next steps of what you can expect during your background check and onboarding process to get you ready to become an official Globalpayer.

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