Senior Technical Project Manager at Verifone

Why Verifone For more than 40 years Verifone has established a remarkable record of leadership in the electronic payment technology industry. Verifone has one of the leading electronic payment solutions brands and is one of the largest providers of electronic payment systems worldwide. Verifone has a diverse, dynamic and fast paced work environment in which employees are focused on results and have opportunities to excel. We take pride in the fact that we work with leading retailers, merchants, banks, and third party partners to invent and deliver innovative payments solution around the world. We strive for excellence in our products and services, and are obsessed with customer happiness. Across the globe, Verifone employees are leading the payments industry through experience, innovation, and an ambitious spirit. Whether it’s developing the next platform of secure payment systems or searching for new ways to bring electronic payments to new markets, the team at Verifone is dedicated to the success of our customers, partners and investors. Verifone is proudly an in-office work culture as we see immense benefits to career development and business results from our colleagues being physically co-located. Currently, we do allow a hybrid work schedule but we regularly revisit our attendance policy. What's Exciting About The Role We are seeking an experienced Senior Technical Project Manager to oversee the planning, execution, and delivery of strategic payment solution projects for customers, working as part of the EMEA Project Management Office (PMO). This role demands strong technical acumen, solid project management expertise, and the ability to liaise confidently with internal stakeholders and customers across all levels. Our preferred office location for you to work from would be Ashford, Kent but we will also consider candidates who are local to our London office. Key Responsibilities: Project Management • Manage medium to large-scale technical projects from initiation to delivery, ensuring alignment with customer requirements and internal standards. • Define project objectives, success criteria, schedules, and stakeholder communication plans. • Proactively identify and manage project risks, dependencies, and assumptions. • Apply Quality Assurance across all aspects of project delivery to meet business and customer expectations. • Ensure timely, accurate progress reporting to stakeholders and management. Technical Engagement • Collaborate with technical teams to assess feasibility, integration requirements, and system dependencies. • Interpret and translate technical specifications and architecture requirements for non technical stakeholders. • Maintain a strong working knowledge of payment industry technologies including APIs, EMV, PCI-DSS compliance, and software/hardware integration. Stakeholder Management • Act as the primary point of contact for customers during project lifecycles. • Lead regular project meetings with clients and internal teams to ensure consistent delivery alignment. • Occasionally visit client sites to support delivery effectiveness and relationship development. Collaboration & Continuous Improvement • Mentor junior team members and contribute to best practices within the PMO. • Work cross-functionally with internal stakeholders to support resource coordination. • Take ownership of personal development and stay informed on industry trends, emerging technologies, and PM methodologies. Skills And Experience We're Looking For • Demonstrated experience managing technical projects in software and/or payment environments. • Strong technical foundation and ability to understand complex integrations. • Proven ability to manage client relationships and cross-functional teams. • Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills. • High level of proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), experience with MS Project is beneficial. • Familiarity with project tracking and collaboration tools (e.g., JIRA, Confluence) is an advantage. Desirable Qualifications/Experience • Knowledge of PRINCE2, Agile, or other recognized project management methodologies. • Experience in the payments industry, including terminal integrations or acquiring platforms. • Understanding of compliance standards such as PCI-DSS, P2PE, and related frameworks. Additional Information • Some travel within the UK & Ireland may be required. • Training and onboarding on specific Verifone systems and methodologies will be provided. Our Commitment Verifone is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. Verifone is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.