Professional Services Lead – Merchant Solutions

Absa

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6-10 years professional services experience
Complex merchant solution implementation
Payments and fintech domain expertise
Absa is seeking a Professional Services Lead for their Merchant Solutions division, responsible for overseeing the design and implementation of complex merchant solutions. The ideal candidate should possess extensive experience in professional services and technical consulting, particularly in payments and fintech

Job Summary

  • The role serves as a critical player-coach bridging merchant clients, sales, product, technology, and operations for complex implementations.
  • Candidates will lead the design and delivery of omnichannel payment solutions including POS, e-commerce, and ERP integrations.
  • This position requires deep solution expertise to manage expectations, mitigate risks, and ensure compliance across large-scale merchant deals.

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Absa is seeking a Professional Services Lead for their Merchant Solutions division, responsible for overseeing the design and implementation of complex merchant solutions. The ideal candidate should possess extensive experience in professional services and technical consulting, particularly in payments and fintech.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 6-10 years professional services experience
  • Complex merchant solution implementation
  • Payments and fintech domain expertise
  • Pre-sales support and deal structuring
  • API and platform-based integrations

Nice-to-have

  • Strong stakeholder relationship management
  • Experience with regulated banking environments
  • Ability to balance bespoke needs with scalability
  • Proactive risk identification and mitigation

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's Degree in Information Technology
  • 6-10+ years in professional services or consulting
  • Proven experience with payments or fintech solutions

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Preference given to designated groups per Employment Equity Act

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