Lead Consultant – Debit

FIS

. Serve as the primary SME for debit and payment processing initiatives, providing consultative guidance on transaction processing, payment operations, and industry best practices .

Posted 10/9/2026full-timeUnited StatesSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in debit card processing and payment technology, with a strong focus on transaction lifecycles and platform modernization. Proven ability to drive strategy and execution in complex client engagements while fostering collaboration and mentoring within teams.

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Debit Card ProcessingPayment ProcessingPayment Transaction LifecycleStakeholder ManagementProject Management Certification

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Hard Skills

Payment OperationsTransaction ProcessingRisk ManagementPlatform ModernizationTechnology TransformationAnalytical SkillsProblem-Solving Skills

Soft Skills

Consulting ExcellenceCross-Functional CollaborationMentoring

Certifications & Qualifications

Project Management CertificationBusiness Analysis CertificationAgile Delivery Certification

Industry Keywords

FintechChargebacksNetwork OperationsBusiness Transformation

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as the primary SME for debit and payment processing initiatives, providing consultative guidance on transaction processing, payment operations, and industry best practices
Contribute to complex client engagements and transformation programs, driving strategy, execution, risk management, and successful business outcomes
Implement innovative payment solutions that enhance performance, scalability, operational efficiency, and customer experience
Build trusted relationships with clients, product, technology, and business teams to influence decisions and deliver strategic results
Mentor team members and promote consulting excellence through coaching, knowledge sharing, and continuous improvement initiatives

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education, training, and relevant professional experience
At least 7 years of experience in debit card processing, payment processing, or payments technology within the fintech industry
Deep knowledge of payment transaction lifecycles, including authorization, clearing, settlement, chargebacks, network operations, and payment processing platforms
Proven experience serving as a subject matter expert and trusted advisor on complex payments initiatives, platform modernization efforts, or business transformation programs
Strong consulting, stakeholder management, analytical, and problem-solving skills with the ability to work independently and drive results with minimal direction
Experience supporting platform modernization, technology transformation, or complex migration initiatives
Professional certifications in project management, business analysis, agile delivery, or related disciplines
Expertise in consulting, stakeholder management, and cross-functional collaboration within complex business environments
For positions located in the US, conditional offers require a drug test

Benefits

Comp & perks

Internal career growth opportunities
A voice in the future of fintech
Always-on learning and development
Collaborative work environment
Opportunities to give back