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Manager, Card Business Development & Operations

Unlock employer United Arab Emirates Direct to Company 2 hours ago · 05 Oct 2026

Financial

  • Estimate: $80k - $150k*
  • Zero income tax location

Accessibility

  • Fully Remote
  • No Visa Provided

Requirements

  • Experience: Senior
  • English: Professional

Position

About the Role
Join a leading global blockchain ecosystem as a key player in our card business strategy. You will support the launch and expansion of virtual cards, physical cards, and wallet products across various markets. This role involves collaborating with a multitude of teams and external partners to ensure the successful delivery of card programs, enhancing our financial ecosystem and improving global financial access.

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Responsibilities

  • Define and execute card business strategy, supporting the launch and expansion of virtual cards, physical cards, and wallet products across multiple markets.
  • Lead end-to-end card program launches, working closely with Product, Compliance, Risk, Engineering, and external partners to ensure successful delivery.
  • Manage relationships with issuers, processors, BIN sponsors, card manufacturers, and wallet partners to support business growth and operational excellence.
  • Coordinate digital wallet integrations including Apple Pay, Google Pay, and other regional wallet solutions.
  • Manage physical card operations including vendor onboarding, card production, fulfillment, and logistics.
  • Negotiate commercial agreements and pricing structures with partners and vendors to achieve competitive commercial terms.
  • Develop scalable SOPs and operational processes to improve launch efficiency and user experience.
  • Monitor business and operational performance, identify bottlenecks, and drive continuous improvements through data analysis.

Requirements

  • 5+ years of experience in cards, payments, or fintech industries.
  • Proven experience launching or operating card programs, including virtual cards and/or physical cards.
  • Experience participating in or leading 0-to-1 card program launches, including cross-functional coordination and partner management.
  • Familiarity with the card ecosystem and industry standards.
  • Experience working with one or more of the following: digital wallets, physical card manufacturers, issuers or BIN sponsors, card processors, payment, or fintech partners.
  • Prior experience in Visa, Mastercard, fintech issuers, processor companies, or crypto payment companies is a plus.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience supporting Apple Pay or Google Pay integrations.
  • Experience launching cards across multiple geographies.
  • Experience with physical card production and vendor management.
  • Experience in crypto, fintech, or global payments companies.

Why Join Us

  • Shape the future with the world’s leading blockchain ecosystem
  • Collaborate with world-class talent in a user-centric global organization with a flat structure
  • Tackle unique, fast-paced projects with autonomy in an innovative environment
  • Thrive in a results-driven workplace with opportunities for career growth and continuous learning
  • Competitive salary and company benefits
  • Work-from-home arrangement (the arrangement may vary depending on the work nature of the business team)

We are committed to being an equal opportunity employer and believe that having a diverse workforce is fundamental to our success.

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