Summary role description:

Hiring for the Manager/Associate Director – Financial Services (Digital Payments) for a trusted growth partner, delivering excellence across consulting, assurance, and advisory.

Company description:

Our client is a well-established, U.S.-headquartered firm and one of the world's leading independent providers of audit & assurance, tax, and advisory services. With a global presence in 146 countries, they are equipped to support organizations of all sizes both public and private in tackling today’s complex challenges. The firm specializes in Audit, Tax, Advisory Services, Consulting, Operations, Supply Chain, Public Sector, Manufacturing, and Strategy. As part of their growth strategy, they are expanding their team in India to strengthen their market presence and tap into emerging opportunities.

Role details:

• Title / Designation: Manager/Associate Director – Financial Services (Digital Payments)
• Location: Noida

Role & responsibilities:

• Lead research and strategy for digital payments and digital lending, covering market trends, global best practices, and India-focused innovation.
• Design and enhance digital payment and lending solutions, including solution capabilities, high-level technology architecture, compliance, and risk frameworks.
• Develop international and cross-border payment strategies, adapting India’s digital finance learnings for targeted global markets.
• Drive merchant onboarding optimization through market research and process improvements to increase efficiency and adoption.
• Advance financial inclusion initiatives by designing and implementing solutions for underserved communities.
• Deliver client-ready insights through requirement gathering, process design, and high-quality reports and presentations.
• Coordinate with senior leadership and cross-functional teams to ensure alignment, communication, and timely project delivery.

Candidate requirements:

• Overall 10+ years with 4–5 years of experience in UPI, digital payments, or digital lending, preferably in a consulting firm or think tank (Assistant Manager level).
• Strong understanding of fintech technology architecture, including UPI, digital payments, and digital lending ecosystems.
• Proven research and analytical capability, with experience conducting in-depth studies and insights.
• Master’s degree in economics, Econometrics, Technology, or Business Administration.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for stakeholder and client engagement.

Selection Process:

• Two technical interviews
• HR round

Recruiter Details:

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