Payments Governance Specialist

Job Summary

Supporting day-to-day governance functions, the full-time Payments Governance Specialist will manage third-party risk, internal risk assessments, and policy oversight while collaborating with stakeholders to enhance compliance and operational resilience in a remote work environment.

Key responsibilities

• Design, execute, and improve governance processes related to payments and partner oversight
• Perform third-party risk management activities, including due diligence and ongoing monitoring of vendors
• Prepare documentation and responses for audits, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements

Required qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in payments, governance, compliance, or risk management within financial services
• Experience with sponsor bank oversight and regulatory examinations
• Familiarity with third-party risk management practices and control documentation
• High School Diploma required; bachelor's degree preferred
• Knowledge of card payment processes and regulatory compliance principles in the payment processing industry