Card Scheme Manager (Issuing) - Relocation to Cyprus
Core
Building and managing card issuing capabilities from the ground up, handling scheme relationships, compliance, and project delivery for a global payments platform.
Role type
Senior IC Card Scheme Manager (Issuing)
Builds
Scalable, compliant card issuing solutions and multi-currency accounts for businesses
Domain
Fintech / Global Payments / Card Issuing
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | infrastructure
Required skills
Card issuing lifecycle expertise, card scheme relationship management, scheme compliance, BIN sponsorship, vendor coordination, project delivery, card management systems (CMS), authorization/clearing/settlement processes, PCI DSS/AML knowledge
Preferred skills
Experience with Galileo/Thredd/Marqeta, prior card scheme or processor background, PMP/PRINCE2 certification
Technologies
Card management systems (CMS), API documentation
Responsibilities
Manage day-to-day relationships with card schemes (Visa, Mastercard) and ensure compliance; Lead scheme certifications, audits, and reporting; Manage BIN sponsorship activities; Serve as liaison with processors and technology vendors; Lead card issuing projects from initiation to delivery; Oversee card processing platforms and system configuration
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC