Data Strategy & Advisory Leader - Payments (Managing Principal)
Location: London (Hybrid) Practice Area: Data & Analytics Type: Permanent
Redefine payments with data. Lead strategy. Deliver transformational change.
The Role
Capco is seeking a seasoned Managing Principal to grow our Data Strategy & Advisory capabilities within the Payments domain. You will lead innovative data transformation programmes for global financial institutions, shape industry leading propositions and mentor multidisciplinary teams-delivering measurable business value in one of the most dynamic sectors of the financial ecosystem.
What You'll Do
- Define and operationalise enterprise level Payments data strategies for leading clients
- Spearhead business development efforts including pipeline growth, sales strategy and proposition shaping
- Lead mixed Capco client delivery teams focused on governance, data literacy, tooling and analytics
- Strengthen Capco's Payments presence through thought leadership and market networking
- Mentor and grow high performing teams, championing a culture of collaboration and innovation
What We're Looking For
- 8+ years of data consulting experience, with at least 5 years in the Payments industry
- Deep experience advising C suite stakeholders on strategic data initiatives
- Strong commercial acumen and a track record in sales, proposals and business development
- Expertise in data frameworks (e.g., DAMA DMBOK, DCAM, CDMC) and tooling implementation
- Proven delivery leadership across complex transformations in multi client environments
Bonus Points For
- Practical experience with data tools such as Collibra, Ataccama, Solidatus
- Engagements involving ESG, digital payments innovation or regulatory compliance
- Experience scaling internal capabilities and leading talent development initiatives
- Familiarity with open banking, ISO 20022, or payment modernisation initiatives
- Formal certifications in data strategy, governance or architecture
Why Join Capco
- Deliver high impact technology solutions for Tier 1 financial institutions
- Work in a collaborative, flat and entrepreneurial consulting culture
- Access continuous learning, training and industry certifications
- Be part of a team shaping the future of digital financial services
- Help shape the future of digital transformation across FS & Energy.
Benefits
- Discretionary bonus, competitive pension, health insurance, life insurance and critical illness cover.
- Easy access to CareFirst, Unmind, Aviva consultations, and in house first aiders.
- Maternity, adoption, shared parental leave, plus paid leave for sickness, pregnancy loss, fertility treatment, menopause and bereavement.
- 8 complimentary backup care sessions for emergency childcare or elder care.
- 5 weeks of annual leave with the option to buy or sell holiday days based on your needs.
- Minimum 40 Hours of Training Annually: Take your pick - workshops, certifications, e learning - your growth, your way. Also, Business Coach assigned from Day One: Get one on one guidance to fast track your goals and accelerate your development.
- Convenient online GP services.
- Gympass (Wellhub), travel insurance, Tastecard, season ticket loans, Cycle to Work and dental insurance.