About the Role
The Global Strategic Connectivity Lead will accelerate Financial Messaging's growth within the Payment Service Provider (PSP), Electronic Money Institution (EMI), and Digital Bank ecosystem. This is a non-quota carrying, global overlay role, building senior-level relationships and materially supporting sales efforts into Tier 1 PSPs and leading digital financial institutions. The role acts as a trusted industry connector, leveraging a strong personal network to secure high-value meetings, influence opportunities, and support successful deal execution.
Responsibilities
- Act as a strategic connector and introducer into Tier 1 PSPs, EMIs, and digital banks globally
- Support FM’s entry and expansion into the payments and digital banking verticals, aligned to growth priorities
- Maintain a strong understanding of industry trends, regulatory developments, and competitive dynamics within the PSP and digital banking ecosystem
- Partner closely with Sales, Account Management, and Leadership teams to support pursuit of strategic opportunities
- Secure senior-level meetings and introductions to decision-makers within target PSP, EMI, and digital bank accounts
- Act as a trusted advisor during deal cycles by providing market context and customer insight, helping shape value propositions and engagement strategies, and supporting complex, high-value opportunities from early-stage engagement through to close
- Leverage and continually expand a strong network of senior relationships across Tier 1 PSPs, EMIs and digital banks, and Payments and fintech ecosystem partners
- Position FM as a strategic, long-term partner within the payments and digital banking community
- Identify and surface cross-sell or adjacent opportunities that may benefit FM, PTG, and GPP
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure opportunities are handed over and pursued effectively
Requirements
- Extensive experience within the payments, fintech, PSP, EMI, or digital banking sectors
- Well-established, senior-level relationships across the PSP / digital banking ecosystem
- Proven ability to open doors quickly and gain access to key stakeholders
- Highly collaborative, with strong stakeholder management skills
- Self-directed and comfortable operating in a global, ambiguous, and opportunistic remit
- Excellent communication and influencing skills
Location
- Global
Work Type
- Hybrid
Benefits
- Unlimited vacation, subject to local regulations and business priorities
- Hybrid working arrangements
- Inclusive policies such as paid time off for voting, bereavement, and sick leave
- Confidential one‑to‑one support through our Employee Assistance Program
- Access to Wellbeing Champions and Gather Groups
- Monthly events and initiatives designed to help you thrive
- Medical, life and disability insurance
- Retirement plans
- Lifestyle, and other benefits
- Paid time off for volunteering
- Donation‑matching opportunities
- Involvement in inclusion communities
- Access to online learning and accredited courses through our Skills & Career Navigator tool
- Participation in our global recognition program, Finastra Celebrates
- Regular employee surveys that help shape our culture and ways of working
- Paid holidays
- Flexible working hours
- Pension plan
- Comprehensive health initiatives
- Flexible Vacation Policy
- Comprehensive well-being support
About the Company
- Finastra is a global leader in financial services software, dedicated to expanding access to financial services and shaping what’s next for the industry.
- Our technology powers mission‑critical solutions across Lending, Payments and Universal Banking, supporting over 7,000 customers, including 80% of the world’s top 50 banks, in more than 110 countries.
- At Finastra, each individual is unique—bringing their own ideas, perspectives, cultural backgrounds, and experiences.
- We learn from one another, value what makes us different, and create an environment where everyone feels included, supported, and able to be their authentic selves.
- Our team members are the driving force behind everything we do.
- We’re building an environment where bold ideas thrive, careers flourish, and innovation is a shared journey.
- We believe growth is a shared commitment.
- We offer a rich ecosystem of learning—from hands-on training and mentorship to leadership development and industry certifications.
- You’ll have the freedom to explore new paths, deepen your expertise, and make your mark in a global fintech that’s built for the future.
- Our career development isn’t just a program—it’s a promise.
- With access to cutting-edge tools, a culture of collaboration, and a community that champions your success, you’ll be empowered to lead, challenge, and create meaningful change.
- We offer incredible career opportunities and your work in close collaboration with fantastic colleagues globally to develop and launch innovative software solutions for our customers.
- There is a huge range of engaging projects where you can get stuck-in and add value whilst taking advantage of our ongoing development opportunities to build and hone your skills in your chosen area.
- Join us to supercharge your career, collaborate with industry experts, and thrive in a nurturing environment that powers both your professional and personal growth.
- With us, you can grow, innovate, and make a real impact.
- We are proud of the wide range of incentives and benefits we offer our employees globally, reflecting our core values: doing well by doing good, putting people first, and open opportunities.
- We go beyond statutory requirements to maximise our offerings, investing in flexible working policies, personal growth opportunities, and well-being programmes.
- We emphasise sustainability through volunteering time off and donation matching, champion inclusion through multiple employee networks and cultural initiatives, and invest heavily in career and skills development.
- Recognition of our employees' efforts is integral, with our global recognition platform and regular employee feedback surveys shaping our inclusive and supportive workplace culture.
- We are committed to creating a workplace where you feel valued and respected.
- We believe this environment drives innovation and we strive to build a team that reflects the varied backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences of our global ecosystem.
- This philosophy is at the heart of our culture and the way we work.
Equal Opportunity
- At Finastra, each individual is unique—bringing their own ideas, perspectives, cultural backgrounds, and experiences.
- We learn from one another, value what makes us different, and create an environment where everyone feels included, supported, and able to be their authentic selves.
- Be unique. Be exceptional. Help us make a difference at Finastra.
- We strive to build a team that reflects the varied backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences of our global ecosystem.
- This philosophy is at the heart of our culture and the way we work.
