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This position as a Transaction Banking - Payments - Director requires a seasoned professional to lead and manage payment solutions within the financial services sector. The role is based in London and focuses on delivering exceptional transaction banking services. Client Details The employer is a prominent organisation within the financial services industry, known for its established presence and robust banking operations. Operating on a large scale, the company is committed to providing innovative solutions and exceptional service to its clients. Description Exciting opportunity for a Director, Transaction Banking (Payments) with a leading Corporate & Investment Bank, London. A leading corporate & investment bank is seeking a senior Payments leader to shape and drive the organisation's EMEA payments strategy. This is a high-impact role within a growing Transaction Banking division that delivers cash management and payments solutions to corporate and institutional clients across the region. The organisation is undergoing a significant expansion of its payments capabilities and is looking for an experienced professional who can bring vision, innovation, and deep market expertise to build future-ready solutions. Role Overview As Director and Head of Payments for the EMEA region, you will: Define and deliver the regional payments product strategy.Lead the development of innovative solutions, including digital payments, real-time processing, and emerging technologies such as AI and blockchain.Own the full product lifecycle-vision, design, execution, commercial performance, risk, and control.Collaborate with senior stakeholders across sales, technology, operations, treasury, and risk.Ensure strong governance, regulatory compliance, and operational resilience.Build and manage a high-performing team of p