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Industry: Consulting, Financial Services, Technology, Fintech

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Our Purpose

Mastercard powers economies and empowers people in 200+ countries and territories worldwide. Together with our customers, we're helping build a sustainable economy where everyone can prosper. We support a wide range of digital payments choices, making transactions secure, simple, smart and accessible. Our technology and innovation, partnerships and networks combine to deliver a unique set of products and services that help people, businesses and governments realize their greatest potential.

Title and Summary

• Vice President, Network Partnerships
• APAC Region

Overview:

At Mastercard, we connect and power an inclusive digital economy that benefits everyone, everywhere. As Regional Vice President of Network Management for APAC, you will be at the forefront of transforming cross-border payments across one of the most dynamic and diverse regions in the world. You will lead strategic network expansion, optimize network performance, and drive innovation to deliver seamless, secure, and scalable payment experiences for our customers.
Role
This leadership role is responsible for building and managing Mastercard's cross-border payment network across APAC. You will oversee partner relationships, regulatory engagement where necessary, and operational excellence to ensure Mastercard's network delivers unmatched value, reliability, and reach. You will collaborate across functions to shape the future of payments in the region.

Strategic Network Development:

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• Define, contribute-to and execute the APAC network plan in alignment with global priorities.

• Expand Mastercard's payment corridors by onboarding new partners and enhancing existing relationships.

• Lead initiatives to improve transaction speed, cost-efficiency, and coverage (including pay-out methods and type of flows) across diverse markets.

• Partner & Ecosystem Engagement• Build and manage relationships with banks, fintechs, payment processors, and regulators (where necessary).

• Negotiate commercial agreements and service-level commitments that drive mutual value.

• Represent Mastercard in industry forums and regulatory discussions to advocate for innovation and interoperability.

• Operational Excellence• Work with network operations & CS team to ensure, SLAs high performance, resilience, and compliance from network partners are adhered to.

• Collaborate with Product, Engineering, and Risk teams to resolve issues and implement enhancements.

• Monitor and optimize key metrics including transaction routing, FX efficiency, and settlement timelines.

• Risk, Compliance & Regulatory Alignment• Ensure full compliance with regional regulatory frameworks and Mastercard's internal policies.

• Partner with Legal and Compliance to manage licensing, audits, and regulatory reporting as needed.

• Proactively identify and mitigate network risks across markets.

• Leadership & Team Development• Lead and develop a high-performing regional team with a culture of innovation, accountability, and inclusion.

• Foster collaboration across regional geographies and functions to drive regional and global success.

• All About You• Extensive experience in payments, banking, or fintech, with a focus on cross-border transactions in APAC.

• Proven leadership in managing complex networks and partner ecosystems.

• Deep understanding of payment systems, FX, settlement, and APAC regulatory environments.

• Strong negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

• Knowledge & Experience with real-time payments, or alternative payment rails.

• Strong analytical mindset with a data-driven approach to decision-making.

• Passion for driving financial inclusion and digital transformation.

Corporate Security Responsibility:

All activities involving access to Mastercard assets, information, and networks comes with an inherent risk to the organization and, therefore, it is expected that every person working for, or on behalf of, Mastercard is responsible for information security and must:

• Abide by Mastercard's security policies and practices;
• Ensure the confidentiality and integrity of the information being accessed;
• Report any suspected information security violation or breach, and
• Complete all periodic mandatory security trainings in accordance with Mastercard's guidelines.

Client-provided location(s): Singapore

Job ID: Mastercard-22331_R-259406

Employment Type: OTHER

Posted: 2025-09-10T19:26:23
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Perks and Benefits

Health and Wellness

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Short-Term Disability
• Long-Term Disability
• FSA
• FSA With Employer Contribution
• HSA
• HSA With Employer Contribution
• Fitness Subsidies
• On-Site Gym
• Pet Insurance
• Mental Health Benefits
• Virtual Fitness Classes
• Health Reimbursement Account

Parental Benefits

• Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
• Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
• Fertility Benefits
• Adoption Assistance Program
• Family Support Resources
• On-site/Nearby Childcare
• Adoption Leave

Work Flexibility

• Flexible Work Hours
• Remote Work Opportunities
• Hybrid Work Opportunities

Office Life and Perks

• Commuter Benefits Program
• Casual Dress
• Happy Hours
• Snacks
• Company Outings
• On-Site Cafeteria
• Holiday Events
• Some Meals Provided

Vacation and Time Off

• Paid Vacation
• Paid Holidays
• Personal/Sick Days
• Leave of Absence
• Volunteer Time Off

Financial and Retirement

• 401(K) With Company Matching
• Performance Bonus
• Relocation Assistance
• Financial Counseling
• Stock Purchase Program
• 401(K)
• Company Equity

Professional Development

• Tuition Reimbursement
• Promote From Within
• Mentor Program
• Access to Online Courses
• Lunch and Learns
• Internship Program
• Work Visa Sponsorship
• Leadership Training Program
• Associate or Rotational Training Program
• Shadowing Opportunities

Diversity and Inclusion

Employee Resource Groups (ERG)

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