Partnerships Manager - Issuer Advocacy

Job Description

Ready to take your career global?

Make your mark at one of the biggest names in payments. We’re looking for a Partnerships Manager - Issuer Advocacy to join our ever evolving Partnership Management team and help shape the future of global commerce.

**Role requires a hybrid schedule, working 3 days per week from either our Cincinnati, Denver, or Atlanta HUB

What you’ll own

• Build and grow issuer relationships to improve authorization rates, reduce fraud, and enhance customer experience
• Use data insights to drive measurable performance improvements and influence issuer behavior
• Lead commercial negotiations to expand partnerships across products, services, and regions
• Deliver impactful business reviews that highlight performance, uncover opportunities, and strengthen trust
• Collaborate cross-functionally to execute data initiatives, align stakeholders, and expand the payments ecosystem

What you’ll bring

• Experience in payments, fintech, or financial services with knowledge of issuers, networks, or banking partnerships
• Proven track record of building and growing strategic relationships that drive commercial and performance outcomes
• Strong understanding of payment drivers (e.g., authorization rates, fraud, interchange)
• Skilled in negotiations and influencing cross-functional, global stakeholders
• Data-driven, detail-oriented, and proactive mindset with the ability to balance strategy and execution

About the team

Our inclusive and global teams win together every day. We’re proud to have the best minds in the industry, who you can learn from as you grow your career. The people, the energy, the connections – it’s unmatched. Come and be part of an ever-evolving company and get dynamic opportunities that go beyond borders.

What makes a Globalpayer?

Globalpayers think like a client, act like an owner and win as one team. We’re curious and innovative – always finding better ways to deliver impact. We empower each other to make decisions, and it’s our passion that drives excellence in everything we set out to do.

Does this sound like you? Then you sound like a Globalpayer. Apply now to take your career global.

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Worldpay is dedicated to offering individuals rewarding career opportunities and competitive compensation. For this full-time position, the good faith estimated annual salary range upon hire is $99,500.00-$148,025.00. This range reflects what we reasonably expect to offer based on the role’s responsibilities, level, and geographic location. The actual starting salary will be determined by a candidate’s experience, job-related skills, and relevant education or training. Please note that changes in work location may impact the final offered salary. We encourage you to consult with your recruiter to confirm the budget for your location and to better understand the applicable pay scale.  

Candidates and applicants are advised they may redact age information from requested items like transcripts, resumes, and certificates attached to their application for positions that can be performed in Colorado.

EEOC Statement

Worldpay is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, genetic information, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other protected characteristics. The EEO is the Law poster is available here.

If you are made a conditional offer of employment and will be working in the United States, you will be required to undergo a drug test. In developing this job description care was taken to include all competencies and requirements needed to successfully perform the position. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for individuals with qualified disabilities both during the hiring process, as well as to allow the individual to perform the essential functions of the job, if hired.