Senior Business Analyst – Payment Solutions

About Checkout.com

Checkout.com is a leading global payment platform trusted by major companies such as eBay, Spotify, Klarna, Uber, and Sony. Facilitating over 10 billion transactions annually for more than a billion shoppers worldwide, our technology supports diverse digital payments from bookings to subscriptions, enabling seamless and scalable checkout experiences globally. With 20 offices across six continents and headquartered in London, we are pioneering the future of fintech.

Role Overview

The Senior Business Analyst – Payment Solutions plays a crucial technical role focused on the implementation of specific payment rails, requiring a deep understanding of various payment options and features. This position involves leading the end-to-end delivery of card and local payment methods, navigating the complexities of global payments to help businesses effectively reach multiple markets with tailored solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead technical initiatives with card schemes and alternative payment method (APM) partners to expand acquiring regions, introduce new payment methods, and deliver enhanced payment options to merchants.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, accounting, treasury, legal, compliance, and product teams to develop testing strategies and oversee provider technical certifications.
• Collect and analyze information about new payment features, translating requirements and processing rules clearly for product teams.
• Provide operational support by assisting internal teams in processes such as merchant onboarding, scheme registration, clearing, and settlement troubleshooting.
• Act as a payment knowledge expert within the organization to empower merchant-facing teams to address complex inquiries confidently.
• Engage proactively with payment schemes and partners to introduce innovative payment solutions while ensuring high processing standards are maintained.

Candidate Requirements

• 3 to 5+ years of practical experience as a Business Analyst or in payments processing within financial services, ideally working closely with engineering teams.
• Strong knowledge of card schemes, alternative payment methods, and payments processing principles.
• Technical capability using tools such as APIs, Postman, and DataDog.
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail and ability to handle complex data sets.
• Competency with business intelligence tools (Excel, Looker) and SQL is highly advantageous.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English, suitable for all levels of interaction.
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business, Computer Science, or a related discipline.
• Self-motivated with a proactive attitude, eager to learn continuously and adept at managing shifting priorities under tight deadlines.

Additional Information

We welcome applicants who may not meet all listed qualifications but show potential and readiness for the challenge. Including a cover letter with your application is encouraged.

Inclusive Work Environment: Checkout.com fosters an environment where high performers thrive through ownership and impactful work. We support growth, collaboration, and recognize individual contributions within a diverse and inclusive team.

Our hybrid work model encourages balance, with three onsite days weekly to facilitate teamwork and connection.

If you require accommodations to support your application or work environment, please inform us or your recruiter to ensure your experience is comfortable and accessible.