Risk & Compliance Specialist

Every day, Global Payments makes it possible for millions of people to move money between buyers and sellers using our payments solutions for credit, debit, prepaid and merchant services.  Our worldwide team helps over 3 million companies, more than 1,300 financial institutions and over 600 million cardholders grow with confidence and achieve amazing results.  We are driven by our passion for success and we are proud to deliver best-in-class payment technology and software solutions.  Join our dynamic team and make your mark on the payments technology landscape of tomorrow. 

Role Summary:

As a Risk & Compliance Specialist your job responsibilities will encompass a wide range of various functions related to support of payment network compliance, implementation of issuing card programs and oversight of network relationship of daily operations for issuer processing in the electronic payments space. The ideal candidate for this position has extensive experience in the payments industry implementing new clients on card processing platforms, as well as working to maintain the platform in compliance with published scheme mandates and operating rules.

Candidate must have strong knowledge of how card networks function such as Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Discover in a four-party payment model having prior experience with implementing application host development projects with the payment schemes.

The ideal candidate is a self-starter that takes initiative and normally receives little instruction on day-to-day work with general instructions and guidance on new assignments.

Essential Job Functions:

Leads non-routine, unusually complex projects with significant scope and impact to the business. Tasks tend to be highly specialized in nature in one or more functional areas requiring management and oversight of requirements, schedules, resources, and deliverables.

Supports new client conversions or an existing client launch of a new scheme product working with the payment brands (Mastercard, Visa, AMEX and Discover) and/or clients in North America along with other TSYS functional areas to ensure the payment brands compliance requirements are incorporated into the TSYS projects and successfully delivered.

Review and interpret card brand documentation from payment network bulletin communications for the issuing business and their applicability to the TSYS processing platforms and its clients.

Identifies scheme certification needs working with the client and the payment brand to agree on the scope of the certification effort, supporting the program throughout completion of certification activities and make project decisions and recommendations of critical importance within established program guidelines.

Reviews the completion of scheme paperwork which impacts TSYS processing within the internal teams, payment schemes and client’s portfolio.

Analyses the program scope and identifies potential issues or risks that directly/indirectly impact the scheme work stream contributing to and actively supporting program level risk mitigation strategies.

Build, develop and maintain effective relationships with key internal stakeholders, ensure clear communication of the WHY/ WHERE/ WHAT context of compliance requirements and promote awareness of Risk and Compliance principles with the organizations' 1st Line of Defense Strategies.  This position will have primary responsibility as the main point of contact between TSYS and the Network to manage interactions and escalations as needed.

Works on problems of diverse scope where analysis of data requires evaluation of identifiable factors. Demonstrates good judgment in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutions. Networks with internal and external personnel as required to ensure success of desired outcomes.

May lead training, prepare informational presentations and contribute and/or lead the work of complex projects and/or client workshops. 

Core Competencies:

• Results Oriented
• Fostering Relationships
• Demonstrates initiative, flexibility and portrays a positive attitude.
• Critical Thinking / Proactive Problem Solving
• Analytical, well organized; proficient at multitasking and prioritization
• Ability to work independently and as a member of a team

Minimum Qualifications:

• Typically, a minimum of 5-7 years of professional related experience
• Relevant Experience or Degree in: Major in Business and/or Technology preferred, other majors considered. Willing to accept additional experience in lieu of a degree.
• A seasoned, experienced professional with a full understanding of the payments industry and financial services sector and is career-oriented.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Strong knowledge of payment brand product implementations and BAU/Compliance Release Process.
• Works well in a fast-paced and high-pressured environment.
• Bachelor’s degree in Technology, Business Management, Finance or related.
• Current or previous TSYS Experience a plus

Global Payments Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.Global Payments provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, genetic information or any other basis protected by law. Those applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application and/or interview process should notify a representative of the Human Resources Department.Benefits: Global Payments offers a comprehensive benefits package to all of our team members, including medical, dental and vision care, EAP programs, paid time off, recognition programs, retirement and investment options, charitable gift matching programs, and worldwide days of service. To learn more, review our Benefits page at: https://jobs.globalpayments.com/en/why-global-payments/benefits/Pay Range is $71,800 to $98,750The above represents the expected range for this job requisition. Ultimately, in determining your pay, we'll consider your location, experience, and other job-related factors."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."
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Global Payments Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Global Payments provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, genetic information or any other basis protected by law. If you wish to request reasonable accommodations related to applying for employment or provide feedback about the accessibility of this website, please contact [email protected].