Global Banking And Payments Director

Summary

Join Xsolla as their Global Banking and Payments Director and lead the management and development of global banking relationships, supporting financial payments, and driving growth. You will oversee banking operations, support global payment infrastructure, and maintain key relationships with internal teams and banking partners. This role requires a dynamic leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment and excels at managing relationships, opening and closing international bank accounts, and navigating complex financial operations. Xsolla is a global e-commerce organization serving the gaming industry. This position offers the opportunity to collaborate with the company founder and leadership team, aligning banking strategies with business goals. The ideal candidate will possess proven expertise in managing international banking relationships and cash management operations.

Requirements

• Proven expertise in managing international banking relationships and cash management operations
• Demonstrated ability to open and close international bank accounts and establish new banking relationships for legal entities
• Strong interpersonal and negotiation skills, with experience collaborating with internal teams and external banking partners
• A scrappy, hands-on attitude with a willingness to learn and take on a wide variety of responsibilities
• Comfortable managing a high workload in a fast-paced environment, with a focus on delivering results
• Familiarity with JIRA and other project management tools
• Experience working in global markets and navigating complex payment systems
• Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, economics, or a related field; MBA preferred but not required

Responsibilities

• Establish, maintain, and manage relationships with international banks to support global payment operations
• Open and close accounts as required for business needs
• Act as a liaison between internal teams and external banking partners. Develop a deep understanding of banking infrastructure to ensure smooth and efficient transactions
• Resolve banking-related issues swiftly and effectively, maintaining high responsiveness to both internal and external stakeholders
• Oversee the setup of new legal entities and the corresponding banking accounts required for operations
• Ensure the seamless execution of financial payments worldwide by optimizing banking operations and infrastructure
• Work closely with internal teams, including finance, legal, and operations, to align on strategies and execute initiatives
• Take ownership of initiatives that drive growth and scalability, balancing multiple priorities in a high-pressure environment
• Utilize tools like JIRA and other project management systems to manage tasks and projects related to global banking and payments
• Act as a business development partner with banks, enhancing cash management practices and negotiating advantageous terms
• Collaborate directly with the company founder and leadership team to align banking strategies with business goals
• Act quickly to address and resolve urgent situations that arise, ensuring minimal disruption to operations

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in business development, particularly in negotiating and managing relationships with banks
• Experience in various business model set-ups, including Merchant of Record
• Experience working with multinational teams
• Background in international financial operations and cash management
• Strong adaptability and problem-solving skills to address challenges in real-time
• A growth mindset, with a desire to take on increasing levels of responsibility

Benefits

• 100% company-paid medical, dental, and vision plans
• Unlimited Flexible Time Off
• A personalized career roadmap for each employee
• Professional development through training and educational opportunities