Project Manager (Payments)
Central London (Hybrid) | Up to £100,000 base salary depending on experience
About the Role
We’re looking for an experienced Project Manager to join a rapidly scaling fintech payments organisation based in Central London. Operating within a highly regulated environment, this role will lead the end-to-end delivery of complex, cross-functional initiatives spanning Product, Engineering, Operations, and Compliance.
This is a high-impact position in a fast-growing business where pace, precision, and strong stakeholder engagement are essential.
Key Responsibilities of the Project Manager (Payments) include:
- Lead the full lifecycle delivery of complex fintech and payments projects
- Coordinate cross-functional teams across Product, Engineering, Operations, and Compliance
- Define project scope, timelines, governance, and delivery methodologies (Agile or hybrid)
- Ensure delivery is on time, within budget, and aligned with regulatory requirements
- Identify and manage risks, dependencies, and delivery challenges
- Bridge communication between technical and non-technical stakeholders
- Provide regular reporting to senior leadership to inform strategic decisions
- Drive continuous improvement across delivery processes and governance frameworks
Key Requirements of the Project Manager (Payments) include:
- 3+ years experience as a Project Manager within fintech or payments
- Strong understanding of Agile and/or hybrid delivery approaches
- Proven ability to manage senior stakeholders effectively
- Experience delivering complex, cross-functional programmes end-to-end
- Comfortable working in fast-paced, high-growth environments
- Knowledge of payment systems, card issuing, or regulated financial products is advantageous
- Excellent communication, leadership, and organisational skills
What’s on Offer
- Competitive base salary up to £100,000
- Opportunity to join a high-growth fintech in Central London
- Exposure to innovative payments technology and regulated financial infrastructure
- High levels of ownership and autonomy
- Collaborative, fast-paced working environment