Payments Director, NA (Cards & APMs)

We, at Flywire, are seeking a Payments Director, NA (Cards & APMs) to manage and grow our partnerships with global card networks, acquirers, and APMs in North America. This person will be the face of Flywire as it relates to leading the management of domestic network and acquiring partnerships and as the subject matter expert for internal stakeholders. This person will work closely across teams including Operations, Pricing, Product, Marketing, Legal & Compliance to evaluate and enable execution of new initiatives. This is a key role that is central to Flywire’s ability to solve cards related to large and complex payments challenges for its clients globally. This role will report into the Global Head of Card Strategy & Partnerships.Develop a deep understanding of Flywire’s set up with networks and acquirers across multiple business models (referral partnerships, integrated partnerships, merchant/acquiring relationships)Drive new partnership constructs with payment partners in support of Flywire’s core verticalsStay on top of changes and regulations in the market that could materially impact Flywire’s business and collaborate with internal teams to implement changes Fluent across various processing constructs from MOR to payfac to acquiring. Manage the day-to-day relationship with global payment networksLead cost optimization strategies to drive down Flywire’s overall processing costsSupport Flywire’s growth into virtual card issuance and automationDrive global card strategies and methodologies on convenience fees, surcharging and industry rules