OverviewAre you ready to shape the future of payments? This newly created role offers a unique chance to lead from the front, delivering groundbreaking payment solutions to a diverse range of clients. You'll be at the heart of innovation, forging new relationships and driving strategic growth in a fast-evolving sector. If you're passionate about making a real impact and thrive in a dynamic environment, this is your moment to shine.ResponsibilitiesNurture high-impact partnerships with fast-growing startups and established corporates, unlocking new opportunities across the payments landscape.Be the motivator for change - identify inefficiencies, propose smart solutions, and lead their execution to elevate field performance.Take ownership of high-value clients with tailored financial products, ensuring their evolving needs are met with precision and care.Influence the evolution of finance through the evaluation and improvement of advanced products, providing guidance and mentorship to the team.Build a culture of excellence through structured development and informal coaching, helping colleagues thrive across the organisation.Spearhead business improvement initiatives and performance strategies that drive transformation and measurable impact.What We Need From YouValidated business development and sales experience in the payments industryShown success in leading and developing customer relationshipsExpertise in financial product development and operational improvementStrong industry payments knowledge and proven ability to leverage market developments to benefit clientsExcellent risk management and prioritisation abilitiesA track record of efficiently implementing business practice improvementsBenefitsA generous pension contribution of up to 15%An annual performance-related bonusShare schemes including free sharesBenefits you can adapt to your lifestyle, such as discounted shopping30 days\' holiday, with bank holidays on topA range of wellbeing initiatives and generous parental leave policiesWhy Lloyds Banking Group? We are on an exciting journey to transform our Group and the way we’re shaping finance for good. We’re focused on the future, investing in our technologies, workplaces, and colleagues to make our Group a great place for everyone, including you. We keep your data safe. We’ll only ask you to provide confidential or sensitive information once you have formally been invited to an interview or accepted a verbal offer to join us, at which point we run background checks. We explain what we need and why, with any request coming from a trusted Lloyds Banking Group person. We are focused on creating a values-led culture and are committed to building a workforce which reflects the diversity of the customers and communities we serve. Together we’re building an inclusive workplace where all colleagues can make a real difference. We are inclusive every day, building an organisation that reflects modern society and celebrates diversity in all its forms. We especially welcome applications from under-represented groups and are disability confident. If you’d like reasonable adjustments to be made to our recruitment processes, just let us know. We also offer a wide-ranging benefits package, which includes: #J-18808-Ljbffr