Full Time

Head of Digital Payments Strategy

  • Remote
  • Specialism :
  • Post Date: April 2, 2026
  • Expires In : 2 Days
  • Apply Before: July 2, 2026
Job Overview

Position Title: Remote Head of Digital Payments Strategy

Location: Remote (United Arab Emirates)

Employment Type: Full-Time

Seniority Level: Senior Leadership


Position Mandate

The Head of Digital Payments Strategy will assume full ownership of strategic direction, ecosystem expansion, and operational optimization of digital payment infrastructures. This role requires a high-caliber professional capable of aligning commercial objectives, regulatory expectations, and technological scalability within a complex fintech environment.


Strategic Responsibilities

  • Define long-term payment strategy across card networks, real-time payments, and alternative payment methods
  • Identify and execute market expansion opportunities within regional and cross-border payment corridors
  • Develop strategic partnerships with financial institutions, payment processors, and technology providers
  • Drive innovation in payment experiences, including embedded finance and frictionless checkout systems
  • Oversee pricing models, transaction cost optimization, and revenue generation strategies

Operational Leadership

  • Supervise payment operations teams, ensuring system uptime and transaction efficiency
  • Establish governance frameworks for payment processing, reconciliation, and dispute resolution
  • Monitor performance metrics including authorization rates, settlement timelines, and failure rates
  • Lead cross-functional collaboration between engineering, compliance, and product divisions

Technology & Infrastructure Oversight

  • Guide the evolution of payment orchestration layers and API ecosystems
  • Ensure scalability of infrastructure to support high transaction volumes
  • Evaluate emerging technologies such as real-time rails and tokenization systems
  • Oversee integration of fraud prevention tools and risk management frameworks

Candidate Requirements

  • 8+ years of experience in payments, fintech strategy, or digital banking leadership
  • Deep understanding of global payment networks and GCC regulatory landscapes
  • Proven track record in scaling payment platforms or launching financial products
  • Strong leadership, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills

Compensation & Benefits

  • Executive-level salary aligned with UAE fintech benchmarks
  • Fully remote work with periodic strategic alignment sessions
  • Performance-linked incentives and long-term rewards
  • Access to global fintech conferences and executive training programs

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