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About Nexi
At Nexi, we're simplifying the future of digital payments. As one of Europe's leading payment companies, we combine international scale with the dynamism of a fast-moving tech company. With over 9,000 colleagues across more than 25 countries, we're shaping how people and businesses pay and interact every day. Here, your skills, curiosity, and ambition don't just support the business. They help shape what comes next.
Your Everyday at Nexi
As a Public Affairs Manager, you’ll join a collaborative and forward-thinking team based in Copenhagen, reporting to the Head of Nordics Public Affairs.
You will be responsible for Nexi/Nets’ Public Affairs activities in Denmark, working at the intersection of business, politics, regulation and technology. You will contribute to the debate around the future of payments and other key topics shaping the digital economy.
About Your Future Role
In this position, you will:
Assume overall responsibility for Public Affairs in Denmark, covering both Nexi/Nets and our domestic payment scheme, Dankort.
Develop and execute Public Affairs strategies and stakeholder engagement plans aligned with business priorities.
Build and maintain strong relationships with government, regulators, Members of Parliament, relevant authorities, industry associations and other key stakeholders.
Monitor and analyse political, legislative and regulatory developments that could affect our business, including payments, digital identity, cybersecurity, financial resilience, competition, consumer policy and emerging technologies.
Translate complex political and regulatory developments into clear business implications, risks and opportunities for senior management and internal teams.
Represent Nexi/Nets in relevant industry forums and external discussions, helping strengthen the company’s voice and thought leadership on digital payments, resilience and innovation.
Contribute to consultations, hearings, position papers, briefings and stakeholder materials.
Work closely with Communications, Legal, Compliance and Business teams to ensure consistent positions and protect and strengthen the company’s reputation.
In the event of significant operational or reputational issues, support and coordinate engagement with regulators, government and other relevant stakeholders.
What We Value in You
We’re looking for someone eager to make a difference, with strong political judgement, curiosity and the ability to connect external developments with business priorities.
Experience in payments or financial services is not required. We are equally interested in candidates coming from other regulated or technology-driven sectors, as well as from public affairs consultancies, trade associations or public institutions.
Essential Qualifications
A strong track record in Public Affairs, Government Relations, public policy or a comparable role, with experience working at strategic as well as operational level.
A good understanding of the Danish political and policymaking environment, with the ability to anticipate developments and identify their potential impact.
A commercial mindset and the ability to connect public policy priorities with business objectives.
Strong analytical, communication and writing skills, with the ability to make complex issues clear and relevant to different audiences.
Ability to work independently and proactively, while collaborating effectively across functions and countries and managing multiple priorities.
Curiosity and the ability to quickly understand new technologies, regulatory issues and business models.
Fluent Danish and English, both written and spoken.
In short: part diplomat, part strategist, part policy expert and part business adviser.
Bonus Skills
Experience from payments, financial services or fintech is an advantage, but not essential. Relevant experience from other regulated or technology-driven sectors is equally welcome.
Experience engaging directly with regulators, ministries, central banks, politicians, trade associations or industry partners.
Experience managing sensitive issues or crisis situations and remaining effective under pressure.
Experience working in an international or matrix organisation and coordinating positions across different markets and functions.
Even if you don’t check every box, your experience, potential and willingness to learn could set you apart.
What’s in it for You?
Attractive salary and a competitive benefits package to reward your expertise and contributions.
Tech equipment: Get the tools you need to succeed, including the latest technology to support your work.
Join an international team: Collaborate with colleagues and experts from across Europe in a dynamic and international environment.
Grow and develop: Gain hands-on experience and structured learning opportunities through our PayTech University, designed to support your professional development.
Life and Culture at Nexi
Working at Nexi means collaborating across teams, markets and disciplines to solve complex challenges and deliver meaningful results. You'll be part of an environment where knowledge sharing, continuous improvement and teamwork are part of everyday life.
Discover more about our culture, values and what it's like to be part of Nexi on our Life at Nexi page.
Diversity and Inclusion Commitment
At Nexi, diversity and inclusion are at the heart of who we are. By embracing differences and fostering respect, we build a culture where every individual has the opportunity to learn, grow and succeed.
Next starts with you, everyday
At Nexi, our next idea, our next innovation, starts with you. Join us today.
Skills Required
- Strong track record in Public Affairs, Government Relations, public policy, or a comparable role
- Experience working at both strategic and operational levels
- Good understanding of the Danish political and policymaking environment
- Ability to anticipate political developments and identify business impacts
- Commercial mindset and ability to connect public policy priorities with business objectives
- Strong analytical, communication, and writing skills
- Ability to explain complex issues clearly to different audiences
- Ability to work independently and proactively while collaborating across functions and countries
- Ability to manage multiple priorities
- Curiosity and ability to quickly understand new technologies, regulatory issues, and business models
- Fluent Danish and English, written and spoken
- Experience in payments, financial services, or fintech
- Experience engaging regulators, ministries, central banks, politicians, trade associations, or industry partners
- Experience managing sensitive issues or crisis situations
- Experience working in an international or matrix organization
Nexi Group Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Nexi Group and has not been reviewed or approved by Nexi Group.
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Healthcare Strength — Feedback suggests supplementary healthcare, accident and disability coverage, and paid medical leave are broadly available, with some programs extending to family members in certain countries. These elements indicate a benefits package stronger than basic statutory offerings, especially where local programs are well established.
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Parental & Family Support — Feedback suggests family and parental leave, support for caregivers, and family assistance programs are provided across multiple locations. Some markets, such as Italy, appear to offer enhanced family-linked benefits and welfare credits.
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Flexible Benefits — Feedback suggests flexible, remote, and hybrid work options, plus some part-time arrangements, are part of the package. Local adaptation allows benefits to align with country-specific regulations and market conditions.
Nexi Group Insights
What We Do
We are the Leading Payment Company in Europe. In a more and more complex and fragmented market, we provide advanced customer-first solutions that simplify the complexity of payments, in combination with deep insights of the different European markets. Every day, we work to offer reliable and secure solutions for merchants and financial institutions, that simplify payments and that enrich shopping and banking experiences. Working daily with our Clients and Partners, with close customer support, is our way to contribute to the existence of the many industries we serve and of Society. At Nexi, we simplify payments for People.
