Director of Product Management Alternative Payment Methods Europe

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Our Purpose Mastercard powers economies and empowers people in 200+ countries and territories worldwide. Together with our customers, were helping build asustainableeconomy where everyone can prosper. We support a wide range of digital payments choices, making transactionssecure, simple, smart and accessible. Our technology and innovation, partnerships and networks combine to deliver a unique set of products and services that help people, businesses and governments realize their greatest potential. Title and Summary Director of Product Management

Alternative Payment Methods EuropeReporting to the VP of Europe Consumer Core Product Management, the Director will be a key member of a collaborative team shaping the strategy and execution of Alternative Payment Methods (APMs) across the region. This role combines product leadership with strategic acumen, requiring a consultative mindset to navigate complexity, ambiguity, and high-level stakeholder engagement. The Director will drive innovation, define product direction, and orchestrate cross-functional execution in close partnership with both Regional and Global Product teamsdelivering a cohesive and impactful approach in a fast-evolving payments landscape.

Key Responsibilities Define and lead the European strategy for Alternative Payment Methods, aligning with global product vision and market trends Collaborate with product managers across European markets to ensure consistency, scalability, and local relevance Engage with internal stakeholders (e.g., Product Owners, Sales, Business Development) and external partners to drive alignment and execution Translate complex strategic challenges into actionable product initiatives Communicate effectively with executive leadership, providing clear updates, insights, and recommendations Monitor market trends, competitive landscape, and emerging technologies to inform product decisions Job Requirements Proven experience (5+ years) in product management, strategy, or consulting roles, ideally within payments, fintech, or financial services Strong strategic thinking and analytical skills, with a track record of solving complex problems and driving business impact Experience managing cross-functional teams and coordinating across multiple geographies Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills, including executive-level engagement Deep understanding of the European payments ecosystem and regulatory environment Ability to thrive in ambiguity and lead through influence Fluent in English; additional European languages are a plus Willingness to travel across Europe as needed

Corporate Security Responsibility

All activities involving access to Mastercard assets, information, and networks comes with an inherent risk to the organization and, therefore, it is expected that every person working for, or on behalf of, Mastercard is responsible for information security and must: Abide by Mastercards security policies and practices;

Ensure the confidentiality and integrity of the information being accessed;

Report any suspected information security violation or breach, and

Complete all periodic mandatory security trainings in accordance with Mastercards guidelines.

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