Project Manager (Operational Excellence) - Fintech & Payments

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London, England, GBR
Hybrid
Cloud • eCommerce • Fintech • Payments • Financial Services
We enable businesses and their communities to thrive in the digital economy.
The Role

Company Description

Checkout.com is one of the most exciting fintechs in the world. Our mission is to enable businesses and their communities to thrive in the digital economy. We’re the strategic payments partner for some of the best known fast-moving brands globally such as Wise, Hut Group, Sony Electronics, Homebase, Henkel, Klarna and many others. Purpose-built with performance and scalability in mind, our flexible cloud-based payments platform helps global enterprises launch new products and create experiences customers love. And it's not just what we build that makes us different. It's how.

We empower passionate problem-solvers to collaborate, innovate and do their best work. That’s why we’re on the Forbes Cloud 100 list and a Great Place to Work accredited company. And we’re just getting started. We’re building diverse and inclusive teams around the world — because that’s how we create even better experiences for our merchants and our partners. And we need your help. Join us to build the digital economy of tomorrow.

Job Description

At Checkout.com, we're building the future of online payments. We're a fast-paced, collaborative environment where innovation and ownership are highly valued. As an Operations Project Manager, you will oversee and drive the successful execution of operational projects. This role involves planning, coordinating, and implementing projects to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance overall business operations. The ideal candidate will have strong project management skills, a keen eye for process optimisation, and the ability to work collaboratively across departments.
 

What you will be doing:
 

  • Lead and manage operational projects from inception to completion, ensuring timely delivery and alignment with business objectives.
  • Manage relationships with key stakeholders across the business focused on Acquiring processes, including: the Operational Excellence teams, Product, Commercial and 2LOD Risk & Compliance teams.
  • Develop project plans and timelines, tracking progress and making necessary adjustments.
  • Monitor project performance using KPIs and metrics, providing regular updates to stakeholders.
  • Ensure compliance with company policies, industry regulations, and best practices.
  • Foster a culture of continuous improvement within the organisation.
  • Document project processes, outcomes, and lessons learned for future optimisation.

Qualifications

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  • Several years of experience in leading end-to-end operational projects, including change-management, system implementations, process streamlining and resource management.
  • Financial services / Fin-tech / Payments experience would be beneficial.
  • PMP, Six Sigma, or Lean certification is a plus.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities.
  • Effective communication and interpersonal skills to work with diverse teams.
  • Proficiency in project management tools.
  • Ability to adapt to changing business needs and priorities.
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Additional Information

Apply without meeting all requirements statement 

If you don't meet all the requirements but think you might still be right for the role, please apply anyway. We're always keen to speak to people who connect with our mission and values.

We believe in equal opportunities

We work as one team. Wherever you come from. However you identify. And whichever payment method you use. 

Our clients come from all over the world — and so do we. Hiring hard-working people and giving them a community to thrive in is critical to our success.

When you join our team, we’ll empower you to unlock your potential so you can do your best work. We’d love to hear how you think you could make a difference here with us. 

We want to set you up for success and make our process as accessible as possible. So let us know in your application, or tell your recruiter directly, if you need anything to make your experience or working environment more comfortable. We’ll be happy to support you.

Take a peek inside life at Checkout.com via

  • Our Culture video https://youtu.be/BEwnpHuadSw
  • Our careers page https://www.checkout.com/careers
  • Our LinkedIn Life pages bit.ly/3OaoN1U  
  • Our Instagram https://www.instagram.com/checkout_com/

Apply without meeting all requirements statement 

If you don't meet all the requirements but think you might still be right for the role, please apply anyway. We're always keen to speak to people who connect with our mission and values.

We believe in equal opportunities

We work as one team. Wherever you come from. However you identify. And whichever payment method you use. 

Our clients come from all over the world — and so do we. Hiring hard-working people and giving them a community to thrive in is critical to our success.

When you join our team, we’ll empower you to unlock your potential so you can do your best work. We’d love to hear how you think you could make a difference here with us. 

We want to set you up for success and make our process as accessible as possible. So let us know in your application, or tell your recruiter directly, if you need anything to make your experience or working environment more comfortable. We’ll be happy to support you.

Take a peek inside life at Checkout.com via

  • Our Culture video https://youtu.be/BEwnpHuadSw
  • Our careers page https://www.checkout.com/careers
  • Our LinkedIn Life pages bit.ly/3OaoN1U  
  • Our Instagram https://www.instagram.com/checkout_com/

Checkout.com Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Checkout.com and has not been reviewed or approved by Checkout.com.

  • Healthcare Strength Benefits include comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, employer-paid life/AD&D, an Employee Assistance Program, and wellness initiatives spanning classes, awareness sessions, and mental health champions. Pet insurance and discounted gym options further reinforce health and wellbeing support.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth Time off includes substantial vacation allowances, dedicated sick time that covers mental and physical health needs, a paid volunteer day, and a birthday day off. A hybrid working model and flexible arrangements complement the leave structure to support work-life balance.
  • Equity Value & Accessibility An employee share buyback program provided liquidity and explicitly recognized employee contributions. Equity eligibility alongside performance bonuses is referenced as part of total rewards.

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The Company
England
2,000 Employees
Year Founded: 2012

What We Do

We’re Checkout.com. We work with global companies like eBay, ASOS, Klarna, Uber Eats, and Sony, to power their payments from behind the scenes. With a global digital network and extensive expertise, our mission is to help businesses thrive with high-performing payments. Because when payments just work, businesses grow, customers stay, and no one stops to think about why. We have the energy of a start-up on a global scale, with 19 offices across six continents and a HQ in London. All of our people are driven, ambitious, and performance-obsessed, because working here is a chance to grow faster than anywhere else, and build the future of fintech. Find out more about our team here: https://www.checkout.com/careers

Why Work With Us

We empower passionate problem-solvers to collaborate, innovate and do their best work.

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