Interim Senior Specialist, Product Management

Role

Who you are

• The ideal candidate is a detail-oriented, analytically driven professional who thrives in a fast-paced, global environment
• They demonstrate strong ownership and intellectual curiosity, with a proven ability to translate complex data and business requirements into clear, actionable outcomes
• Strong proficiency in SQL or Python, along with advanced Excel techniques, with a demonstrated ability to leverage these tools to support data-driven decision-making
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex datasets and generate actionable insights
• Exceptional attention to detail, with the ability to identify patterns, inconsistencies, and risks
• Ability to quickly learn new domains and adapt in a fast-paced, evolving environment
• Self-starter with strong ownership, accountability, and results orientation
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and shifting demands efficiently
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to simplify complex concepts for diverse audiences
• Demonstrated ability to build relationships and influence cross-functional stakeholders
• Fluency in English
• Bachelor's degree
• Ability to collaborate across global time zones

Desirable

• Knowledge of Mastercard Single Message System (SMS), Dual Message System (DMS), and associated specifications
• Familiarity with Mastercard Send and/or real-time payments ecosystems
• Hands-on experience using Microsoft Power BI for data analysis, dashboard development, report creation, and data visualization

What the job involves

• We are seeking a Senior Specialist, Product Management for a one-year fixed-term contract reporting to the Director of Send Standards Compliance
• This role sits within the Mastercard Send Standards & Compliance team, part of the Global Send Product organization
• The team defines, maintains, and enforces money transfer standards for Mastercard Send. This role will play a key part in strengthening compliance controls, improving data quality, and ensuring consistent application of Send standards across the network
• This is a highly collaborative, global role requiring close partnership with regional and global Send teams, as well as Legal, Regulatory, Franchise, and Compliance
• Design and implement automated capabilities to detect, monitor, and address non-compliance with Send program standards
• Partner with cross-functional stakeholders to develop and deploy network controls that enforce compliance with Mastercard rules and data standards
• Analyze transaction and customer data to identify compliance gaps, improve data integrity, and drive actionable insights
• Lead the rollout of network controls, ensuring transactions contain required data elements and are properly structured
• Contribute to both short-term enhancements and long-term strategy for Send standards enforcement and control frameworks
• Support broader Mastercard Send product initiatives and continuous improvement efforts
• Represent Mastercard in customer engagements and industry forums, as needed
• Respond to internal and external inquiries related to Send standards and controls
• Promote awareness and adoption of upcoming global Send standards and publications
• Identify opportunities to simplify and streamline Mastercard Send data standards

Contract Details: 12 Month Fixed Term Contract, London, Senior and Expert level

Required Skills: SQL, Python, Excel, Power BI