Senior Product Manager (Local Payments)

• Execute and drive our product strategy for our local payments portfolio from scheme engagement to product feature development and market launch
• Drive product discovery and delivery - collaborate with engineers and stakeholders to develop innovative, 'Better-than-direct' payment experiences that drive value for our business and customers
• Develop and optimise the payments product portfolio that balances scheme requirements, financial efficiency, and high success rates for consumers and merchants
• Work hands-on with data - analyze key business opportunities and success metrics related to payment acceptance rates, scheme performance, and financial flow efficiency to drive meaningful outcomes
• Define clear success metrics and KPIs to measure payment method efficiency, automate reporting, and enable data-driven decision-making
• Collaborate cross-functionally – work closely with Compliance, Risk, Sales, and Customer Success teams to refine payment requirements, implement new features, and understand business needs
• Lead roadmap planning and execution for key initiatives, such as the strategic integration of new local payment methods, optimization of existing flows, and co-creation of new products with schemes
• Be a thought leader in local payments – stay ahead of regulatory changes, market trends, and best practices to keep PPRO at the forefront of effective, efficient, and accessible payments across the world

• Product Leadership: Proven experience owning a product or feature set, leading product discovery, and executing successfully in a fast-paced environment
• Strong Analytical Mindset: Ability to work with data, define KPIs, and drive decisions based on insights rather than intuition
• Payments and Fintech Experience: Deep understanding of onboarding workflows, compliance requirements, and risk controls in financial services
• Technical Fluency: Experience working with APIs, automation tools, and technical teams to deliver scalable and efficient solutions
• Customer-Obsessed Mindset: Ability to deeply understand user needs and translate them into frictionless product experiences
• Exceptional Collaboration Skills: Ability to work effectively with engineering, compliance, commercial teams, and external stakeholders
• Bias for Action: A pragmatic approach to decision-making, balancing long-term vision with near-term execution
• Languages: English is a must

German/Spanish/Portuguese are nice to have

• Hybrid working - We offer a hybrid structure with a 3 days / week on site expectation
• work from abroad policy, enabling employees to work remotely for up to another 30 days per year
• Learning and Development - We offer a €1,000 annual budget to support your professional growth
• leadership cafés, on-the-job training, and other opportunities to help you grow your skills and thrive in your role
• Insurance - accident insurance, disability insurance, direct insurance (bAV) and travel insurance
• Gym membership – PPRO helps contribute towards the costs of your gym membership
• Enhance Family Leave - We offer enhanced family leave to support you during key life moments
• Mental Health Platform - one-on-one therapy, chat therapy, therapist-led courses, guided meditations, and more
• Pet-friendly office