Head of Product - NGO

Shape the Future of Cross-Border Payments

Nexus Global Operator (NGO) is the joint venture entity established by PayNet and NETS to serve as the Nexus Technical Operator, responsible for building, operating and securing the core technology platform for Nexus. Nexus is designed to transform cross-border payments by connecting domestic instant payment systems across markets through a single, standardized platform. This is a rare opportunity to help build critical global payments infrastructure, backed by two national payment infrastructure operators with proven experience in world class real-time payment ecosystems

Why This Role Matters

• You will play a foundational role in shaping a new global payments infrastructure
• Work directly with scheme owners, regulators, and ecosystem partners across markets
• Drive cross-border interoperability and real-time payment innovation
• Operate as a “mini-CEO” for product, owning end-to-end strategy through execution

What You’ll Own

1. Product Strategy & Execution

• Define and drive the end-to-end product roadmap for Nexus services
• Translate scheme requirements, governance decisions, and industry developments into tangible deliverables
• Shape capabilities that enhance interoperability, scalability, and operational efficiency

2. Scheme Operations & Product Ownership

• Own the lifecycle of product capabilities across:
  • Participant onboarding frameworks
  • Transaction use cases and service models
  • Certification, testing, and operational readiness
• Ensure services are robust, scalable, and future-ready

3. Ecosystem Growth & Participant Onboarding

• Design and standardize onboarding for global participants including:
  • Instant Payment System Operators (IPSOs)
  • FX and cross-border partners
• Lead efforts to simplify onboarding journeys and accelerate adoption

4. Stakeholder & Scheme Governance Alignment

• Act as the key product interface across:
  • Scheme owners and governance bodies
  • Scheme participants and ecosystem partners
• Influence decisions through data-driven insights and clear product articulation

5. Interoperability & Network Enablement

• Drive the enablement of multi-network interoperability across jurisdictions
• Partner with technology providers to deliver switching, processing, and messaging capabilities
• Champion adoption of standards like ISO 20022

6. Cross-Functional Leadership

• Work closely with Technology, Operations, Risk, Compliance, and Legal
• Ensure alignment between product design, regulatory requirements, and operational execution

Who You Are

You are a seasoned product leader who understands both payments infrastructure and ecosystem complexity. You’re equally strong in strategy and execution, and comfortable navigating governance-driven environments.

What You Bring

• 12+ years in payments, fintech, or financial infrastructure product leadership
• Strong exposure to:
  • Payment schemes / operators
  • Real-time or cross-border payment systems
  • Multi-stakeholder ecosystem environments
• Deep understanding of:
  • Scheme governance and operating models
  • Participant onboarding and certification
  • Payment messaging standards (e.g. ISO 20022)
  • Clearing, settlement, and transaction flows.

You’ll Stand Out If You Have

• Experience with national or regional payment schemes
• Exposure to IPSO onboarding or FX-enabled flows
• Experience working with regulators or industry bodies

Leadership Profile

• Strategic, yet highly execution-focused
• Strong influencer and ecosystem orchestrator
• Structured thinker who thrives in complex, regulated environments
• Comfortable driving outcomes across multiple markets and stakeholders