Strategy Director

Strategy Consultant – New Markets (Payments)

6-month initial contract

Hybrid (London)

We are working with a leading fintech at the forefront of real-time payments and financial infrastructure, supporting global banks and institutions as they modernise their payment capabilities.

They are seeking a Strategy Consultant to help define and execute their new markets and growth strategy, identifying where to play, what to build, and how to win.

The Role

This is a high-impact strategic position focused on market expansion, commercial opportunity, and product direction.

You will:

• Analyse global payments trends, competitive dynamics, and emerging opportunities
• Identify and prioritise new markets, customer segments, and product propositions
• Build robust, data-driven business cases to inform executive and board decisions
• Work closely with clients and stakeholders to validate market demand and commercial viability
• Define go-to-market strategies including positioning, pricing, and revenue models
• Partner with Product and Engineering to translate strategy into clear delivery roadmaps
• Drive alignment across senior stakeholders to ensure strategic initiatives land effectively

What We’re Looking For

• Proven background as a Strategy Consultant / Principal / Director (or equivalent in-house strategy role)
• Strong experience in fintech, payments, or financial services
• Track record of delivering market entry, growth strategy, or product expansion initiatives
• Ability to build and articulate high-quality strategic narratives and business cases
• Experience operating at C-suite / board level with strong influencing skills
• Comfortable working across both commercial and product domains

Why This Role?

• Opportunity to shape where a market-leading fintech expands next
• Exposure to top-tier financial institutions and global payment ecosystems
• Work on strategic, front-office initiatives rather than internal transformation
• High autonomy role with visible impact at leadership level

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To apply – click the link or email Barry.Ansell@HarringtonStarr.com for a faster response

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